Omnibus Regulation: opportunities for sustainable corporate governance
Orientation and practical decision-making aids for SMEs
Contents
Current sustainability obligations
- Overview of the current European sustainability obligations: CSRD, ESRS, CSDDD, VSME.
- Classification of the Omnibus Regulation as an instrument for adapting reporting obligations.
- Concrete effects of the new standards on business practice.
Best practices for SMEs
- Practical tips for the start: What companies should prepare now and how they can continue to use the efforts they have already made.
- Dealing with voluntary standards such as DNK and VSME: When does a voluntary standard make sense?
- Concrete work with the VSME standard using a best practice case.
- Requirements for smaller companies and simplifications.
Discussion & exchange
- Moderated exchange in which open questions, uncertainties and individual challenges can be discussed. Together, we reflect on previous content, clarify specific concerns and develop practical solutions. This gives participants the opportunity to contribute their own perspectives and benefit from the group's experience.
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this training course once you have registered.
Your benefit
- You will understand the current and future requirements for sustainability reporting (CSRD, ESRS, VSME) and learn how the Omnibus Regulation will influence future adjustments.
- You have fewer concerns and worries about what the omnibus means for your company.
- You will get answers to the question of why it is worth pursuing your sustainability initiatives and you will receive the right arguments to convince the decision-makers in your company.
- You will receive recommendations for practical implementation in order to further develop existing processes.
- You know the leeway and deadlines that give you time and how you can use this time wisely to make your company fit for the future.
- You know how to deal confidently with voluntary standards such as the DNK and VSME.
Methods
- trainers and best-practice examples.
- Group work.
- Discussion & exchange.
- Miro-Board.
Tool
Recommended for
Sustainability managers, specialists and executives from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who develop or implement sustainability strategies. It is also aimed at those responsible for sustainability management, ESG, compliance, law, controlling, HR & training and supply chain management who are entrusted with sustainable transformation processes. Investor experts experts and people who are or have been involved in the practical implementation of sustainability measures will also benefit from this training.
- Customized training courses
- Direct application in practice
- Efficient use of time and resources
Start dates and details
Wednesday, 17.06.2026
09:00 am - 12:00 pm
FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions About the Webinar on the Omnibus Regulation: Opportunities for Sustainable Business Management
This webinar will help you better understand current European sustainability requirements and apply them in a practical way. You’ll learn how the CSRD, ESRS, CSDDD, and VSME are interconnected and what role the Omnibus Regulation plays in this context. This will enable you to assess requirements with greater confidence and better identify which ones are actually relevant to your business.
Because the Omnibus Regulation adds further complexity to an already complex sustainability landscape. This webinar will show you how reporting requirements and expectations may change as a result, and what impact this has on companies. This is particularly helpful for you because it will help reduce uncertainty and enable you to better assess what the next steps should be.
Many companies have already taken their first steps and are now wondering how to deal with changing requirements. This webinar will show you how to build on your existing efforts rather than starting from scratch. It will provide guidance on how to further develop existing initiatives and adapt them to new conditions without losing sight of your core objectives.
This webinar will help you better understand voluntary standards such as DNK and VSME and recognize their practical value for your business. You’ll learn when these standards are most useful and how to apply them effectively. This is particularly valuable if you’re looking for a practical solution that fits your company’s size, maturity level, and specific needs.
Especially in sustainability management, expertise alone is often not enough if you want to gain internal support and secure resources. This webinar will provide you with compelling reasons why it’s worth pursuing sustainability initiatives and embedding them strategically. This will help you better justify your position the company and conduct more persuasive discussions with decision-makers.
This webinar provides practical recommendations that will help you refine your existing processes in a targeted manner. You’ll not only gain an overview of regulatory requirements but also receive guidance on how to implement these in your daily operations. This will help you embed sustainability more systematically within your organization and better prepare your processes for future requirements.
One key benefit of the webinar is that it helps you better understand the available options and deadlines, enabling you to plan more realistically. You’ll learn how to use this time effectively to prepare your business for upcoming challenges. For you, this means greater flexibility and less pressure, as you’ll be able to anticipate developments more effectively and implement targeted measures.