As new CSRD regulations took effect, Tromp Medical needed to align with compliance requirements but lacked internal expertise and resources to navigate the complexities of sustainability reporting. Their main challenges included:

• No prior CSRD experience: Sustainability reporting was new territory for the team.
• Lack of structured data: The company had not yet mapped out its CO₂ footprint or sustainability impact.
• Limited internal capacity: CSRD compliance required a significant investment of time and resources.

While sustainability had long been embedded in Tromp Medical’s operations—evident in their energy-efficient headquarters and waste reduction practices—the company now faced the need for structured compliance and reporting.

As Roderik Wondergem, one of the key project leads at Tromp Medical, explained:

“Before we started, we didn’t have a clear picture of what CSRD compliance would require. Once we got into it, we realized that without a tool like Coolset, it would be nearly impossible to manage everything efficiently.”

Tromp Medical opted for Coolset because of its pragmatic, structured approach to compliance. Instead of outsourcing the entire process, they wanted to retain internal knowledge while leveraging a tool that provided clarity and efficiency.

Additionally, the investment in Coolset was seen as cost-effective and scalable, allowing Tromp Medical to stay in control while simplifying the compliance process.

While Tromp Medical is still in the process of achieving full CSRD compliance, Coolset has significantly streamlined their approach by:

• Providing a clear roadmap for compliance, reducing confusion and inefficiencies.
• Simplifying data collection for CO₂ emissions and sustainability metrics.
• Facilitating communication with auditors, ensuring a smoother validation process.

Tromp Medical praised the responsive support and structured onboarding provided by Coolset. While the initial learning curve was steep, the team found that the platform’s interactive guidance, AI suggestions, and example answers helped them break down complex requirements into manageable steps.

“We prefer to figure things out ourselves rather than fully outsourcing. Coolset provides the right balance—guidance without taking over—so we can build knowledge internally while ensuring compliance,” said Erna van Dijk, International Group Controller at Tromp Medical.

As Tromp Medical moves forward, their primary goal is to complete CSRD compliance efficiently while identifying potential areas for improvement in their sustainability practices. With a new investor onboard, they expect sustainability expectations to grow, making their structured approach even more critical.

Coolset will continue to support Tromp Medical in refining their compliance strategy, ensuring they meet requirements while maintaining their pragmatic, hands-on approach to business.

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