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CSRD Omnibus: EU Postpones Sustainability Reporting Requirements
Companies Gain Time to Prepare
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ECHA adds five hazardous chemicals to the Candidate List and updates one entry
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added five more chemicals to the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC). The list now…
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Kärcher opts for iPoint Product Sustainability
Efficient CO₂ accounting in cleaning technology
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iPoint has been recognized as a "Specialist" and "Smart Innovator" by Verdantix
The Green Quadrant Supply Chain Sustainability Software 2024 report by Verdantix assesses the performance and capabilities of various environmental,…
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RMI Announces Upcoming Update: EMRT 2.0 with New Minerals in 2025
The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has announced significant updates to its mineral reporting templates. Set for release in April 2025, the…
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AMRT 1.2 Release
The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has announced the release of the Additional Minerals Reporting Template (AMRT) version 1.2 , set for launch…
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ECHA Adds One Hazardous Chemical to Candidate List
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added another chemical to the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC). The list now contains…
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Our latest customer success story of AUNDE!
We are happy to share AUNDE Group's great feedback highlighting our iPoint services  and  iPoint Product Sustainability software solution! Stefan…
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RMI Releases CMRT 6.4
The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has launched version 6.4 of the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT), marking the 28th release of…
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EMRT 1.3 Released - Key Updates for Cobalt and Mica Supply Chain Reporting
The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has launched version 1.3 of the Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT), enhancing its capabilities for…
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ECHA Adds Five Hazardous Chemicals to Candidate List
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added five new substances to its Candidate List of chemicals of very high concern (SVHC), which now includes…
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The European Commission recognizes iPoint as a key innovator for "Real-time Monitoring LCA application."
On its EU Innovation Radar Platform, the European Commission recently recognized iPoint and our project partners, the Technical University of…
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iPoint is a member of the UN Global Compact Network Germany e. V.
We reaffirm our commitment to sustainability.
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Warm Season’s Greetings from iPoint
Embracing Sustainability Together!
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Vacation Close-Down 2023/24
From December 25, 2023, to January 1, 2024, all iPoint offices will be closed for holidays. As always, there will be a core team to handle urgent…
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iPoint Product Sustainability in the current issue of UmweltDialog magazine
Future-proof LCA with iPoint Product Sustainability.
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Chemicals Management Software Guide – Seventh Edition
iPoint contributes expert interview
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iPoint sets course for the future with new Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer
Focus on further growth and stability
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Gartner's "Market Guide for Supplier Sustainability Applications" list iPoint as "Representative Vendor"
We are excited to announce that iPoint is listed as a "Representative Vendor" in the latest edition of Gartner's "Market Guide for Supplier…
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Discover the new functionalities of iPoint Product Sustainability!
By combining Smart Mapping (Automotive) and Smart Connector (IMDS), iPoint Product Sustainability can be described as one of the best Product…
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DigiTain project meeting in Dresden
The research & innovation project for fully digital product development of sustainable electric drive architectures is in high gear
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ECHA Adds Two Hazardous Chemicals to Candidate List
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has updated its Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHC) by adding two new chemicals, bringing…
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CMRT 6.31 Released - Minor Revisions and Smelter List Updates
The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has released version 6.31 of the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT), marking the 27th release and…
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EMRT 1.2 Released - Key Updates to Cobalt and Mica Reporting
The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has launched version 1.2 of the Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT), replacing the previous version…
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DigiTain - "Digitalization for sustainability" research project
iPoint is project partner
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iPoint Sustainability and Compliance Trends Study 2022
A study by iPoint with the support of the Christian Doppler Laboratory.
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iPoints announces Dave Ellis as new General Manager in North America
Focus on customer satisfaction and continuous growth
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ECHA Adds Nine Hazardous Chemicals to Candidate List
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has expanded its Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHC) by adding nine new chemicals, bringing…
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With iPoint out of the data jungle and towards a sustainable and compliant product
UmweltDialog article about iPoint

Events

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Cracking the Code of PCF & LCA: From University Insights to Industry Action
Join our webinar on Tuesday, 22 April at 3:00 PM CEST
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“With iPoint we were able to save around 40% of our working time.”
iPoint Innovators Webinar with Dr. Jarmila Sykorova from Yanfeng
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iPoint Innovators Webinar with Dr. Rudolf Wilden and Dr. Bastian Wittstock from Ramboll
Effective collaboration for LCA & PCF: challenges and solutions
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Webinar: Product Compliance Update & Review 2024
Join our free webinar: November 29 th, 2024 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM CET / 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM EST  
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Corporate Sustainability: Calculating Product Costs Early and Sustainably
Live Webinar with Facton - the Solution Partner for Product Costing
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iPoint as Platinum Sponsor at the AIAG Conference
Bing Xu gives presentation on product carbon footprint
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“What used to take us two weeks is now done at the click of a mouse.”
Live talk with material compliance expert from Joynext.
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Automotive Event "Compliance meets Sustainability" June 26, 2024 in Frankfurt
Engage with industry leaders, discover product compliance strategies and explore Carbon Footprint and LCA automation!
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Hear iPoint speak at the Electronics Goes Green Conference
June 18 -20, 2024 | Berlin or online | From Silicon To Sustainability
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Webinar: Automate Product Carbon Footprints
Get insights on how to automate Product Carbon Footprints with guest speaker Stefan König, Chief Quality Officer at AundE Group
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“The Purchasing department as a driver of sustainability”
Our colleague Andreas Fröhlich at the BME Solution Day
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WebTalk: Data. Data. Data – Scaling LCA and PCF
Join our free webinar: 28 November 2023 at 3:00 - 4:00 PM CET / 09:00 - 10:00 AM EST
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Webinar: Product Compliance Update & Review
Join our free webinar: November 9 th, 2023 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM CET / 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM EST  
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14th Akademie Fresenius User Forum on current chemical legislation
Eva Hink-Lemke and Angelika Steinbrecher support again as speakers
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2023 Hybrid IMDS & Product Chemical Compliance Conference
iPoint is a proud Platinum Sponsor
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International Congress on Sustainability Science & Engineering
Our colleague Martina Prox is a speaker at the ICOSSE '23
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LCM 2023: The 11th International Conference on Life Cycle Management
iPoint is sponsor and speaker at one of the world's leading forums for environmental, economic, and social sustainability
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Webinar & Live demo: How to automate Product Carbon Footprints in the automotive industry
Join our free webinar: July 26th, 2023 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM CEST / 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM EST
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Live webcast: ROHS and REACH for medical devices
Our colleague Eva Hink-Lemke is speaker of a training session
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Webinar by iPoint’s partner Toyota Tsusho Corporation
The Japanese IT trading company Toyota Tsusho Systems (TTS), part of the Toyota Group, is one of iPoint’s strategic partners in Japan.  On 3 and 6…
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CLEPA MRS event: iPoint presentations now available
The iPoint-sponsored event 'CLEPAMRS2023' was a great success! The presentations given by our colleagues at the event are now available for download. …
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Going Green: iPoint presentations now available
Our colleagues Britta Schwartze and Frauke Haenel presented at the Going Green event of CARE INNOVATION 2023 in Vienna. This conference and exhibition…
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CLEPA Materials Regulations and Sustainability Event 2023
A platform for experts and key stakeholders from the automotive industry, iPoint is sponsor
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Going Green – CARE INNOVATION 2023
Conference and exhibition on electronics and the environment, iPoint is speaker
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ISPCE 2023
International Symposium on Product Compliance Engineering, iPoint is speaker
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Webinar: Sustainable Products – the future of Selling, Regulations, and Reporting in Manufacturing.
The Future of Selling, Regulations, and Reporting in Manufacturing - Discover how leading manufacturers are driving the adoption of environmentally…

Blog

CSRD & Omnibus: Key Changes & Impact on Your Business
On February 26, 2025, the European Commission published the long-anticipated Simplification Omnibus proposal. This legislative package forms part of a…
Product Compliance & Sustainability: A Must for Modern Businesses
Businesses today are no longer grappling with just product compliance or sustainability in isolation. These two dimensions are converging, driven by a…
Unlocking Environmental Excellence: Substances and Materials
Materials and substances are the foundational elements used to create larger components and complete products like smartphones, vehicles, and medical…
The Environmental Impact of E-Waste & Electronics
In today's world, electronic devices are indispensable. However, their production, use, and disposal have significant environmental impacts. The…
Navigating New Regulatory Waters: The Imperative of Balancing Human Expertise and Technological Innovation
As sustainability transitions from being a goal to an essential requirement in the automotive industry, grasping the current trends is vital. Our…
Shifting Gears for a Sustainable Future: A Financial Commitment to Compliance and Eco-Friendly Practices
Our annual Automotive Trend Survey captures the insights of compliance and sustainability experts from across the industry and reveals four key…
Prioritizing a Green Future: Sustainability Surpasses Compliance
In an era where sustainability is not just a goal but is becoming a mandate for the automotive industry, understanding the landscape is vital. Through…
Over 50% See Growing Interest in Sustainability
The automotive sector is undergoing a significant transformation, with sustainability taking center stage. The latest iPoint Automotive Compliance &…
From POP to REACH: PFAS Regulation in the EU
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have gained global attention due to their widespread use and potential effects on human health and the…
Sustainability in the Electronics Industry: Powering the Future
In an era where electronic devices seamlessly integrate into every facet of our daily lives, the demand for sustainability in the global electronics…
New PFAS TSCA Reporting Rule by EPA
In the rapidly evolving landscape of environmental regulation, the challenge of managing Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) has become a…
Carbon Footprint & LCA of Car Manufacturing
According to a report by the European Environment Agency, transport was responsible for around a quarter of the EU's total CO₂ emissions in 2022. Road…
A Brief History of LCA in Automotive
To all the LCA enthusiasts and sustainability experts out there -– this one is for you. Let's take a short ride down memory lane, looking at the…
Sustainability in the Automotive Industry
When it comes to sustainability, all eyes are on the transport sector and the automotive industry in particular. The accelerating concern for climate…
To Recycle or Not to Recycle – PVC Cable Waste is the Question
Recycling – it’s the magic word when the ill-informed think “environmental friendliness”. “Recyclable” – the number one green term that doesn’t mean a…
LCA Data: Success Factor for Life Cycle Assessment
In the pursuit of sustainability, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) has emerged as a powerful tool for evaluating the environmental impact of products,…
PFAS: Regulations & Relevance for Companies - iPoint
PFAS, or Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, have become a significant global concern due to their prevalence and potential health and environmental…
Confidentiality-preserving data exchange to enable sustainable product management
In a recent study by the Christian Doppler Laboratory for Sustainable Product Management, co-funded by iPoint Systems, different digital methods were…
What challenges arise in the adoption of circular economy?
There is a wide range of potential benefits, clearer regulations, policies, as well as urgency (see article "How companies benefit from circular…
Breathing Life into Compliance
In the dynamic world of industrial production, compliance and regulatory conformity are crucial. On the one hand, they enable access to different…
Catena-X Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) Rulebook and IMDS
The Catena-X automotive network has achieved a significant milestone in standardizing the requirements for CO2 footprints in the automotive industry…
Umberto 11 - Scenarios for better decisions
Sustainability Optimization
Are there barriers to CO2 reduction in the automotive industry?
In the iPoint Sustainability & Compliance Trend Study 2022, we have gained many valuable insights. Among other things, our survey showed that 56% of…
Green speed? This is how important sustainability and CO2 reduction targets are for the automotive industry
The world is changing faster than ever before and the automotive industry is at a turning point. At a time when environmental impacts are becoming…
CSRD – Well Prepared Thanks to Data-Driven Intelligence
Sustainability in Discrete Manufacturing: Capture, Analyse, Report and Optimise. Is sustainability the new compliance?
Surprising survey results on compliance and sustainability in the automotive industry
The iPoint Compliance & Sustainability Trend Survey is one of the world's largest surveys offering insights into sustainability and compliance. Of a…
A "Paper Tiger" gets its Teeth
The EU is getting tough: CSRD. The EU is to become climate-neutral by 2050 - to achieve this goal, the "toothless paper tiger NFRD (Non Financial…
Amazon requires climate targets and emissions data from suppliers
The key to net-zero is found in the supply chain
"Companies simply cannot deliver as they want."
"Companies are faced with a major problem: They simply cannot deliver as they want - there are too few LCA experts and the dynamics are too high." -…
Sustainable products are the future: in sales, compliance, and production.
Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in production in the manufacturing industry and is already a key factor for many manufacturers. The…
The iPoint Sustainability and Compliance Trends Survey 2022
Surprisingly, companies worldwide, especially in Asia, increasingly view sustainability and compliance as important factors in their business…
Implementation of digital technologies for a circular economy and sustainability management in the manufacturing sector
Implementation of digital technologies for a circular economy and sustainability management in the manufacturing sector
How companies benefit from circular economy
Converting a company to a circular economy is an important step but many business leaders aren't sure what the consequences will be. This article…

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