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Oct 18, 2022

Increasing Access to Health Services Through Inclusive Digital Health

This report aims to share knowledge on how healthcare providers can embed digital health into their business models to expand access to health services among the underserved, or individuals at the base of the pyramid.

English - 16 pages | Español - 16 pages | 2022 IFC

Feb 3, 2021

Using Blended Concessional Finance to Invest in Challenging Markets

Why and when to use blended concessional finance to support private sector projects is outlined by IFC, in a report drawing on its two decades of experience.

English | 64 pages | IFC 2021

Dec 21, 2020

Creating Markets in Egypt: Country Private Sector Diagnostic

The Egypt Country Private Sector Diagnostic (CPSD) provides IFC & World Bank analysis of growth and investment opportunities, constraints, & policy recommendations.

English - 144 pages | Arabic - 119 pages | 2020 IFC

Nov 11, 2020

Crowdsourcing the Future of SME Financing

What will financing for small and medium-sized enterprises look like in 2030? Entrepreneurs, bankers, officials, executives, and innovators share their visions.

Mar 15, 2017

インクルーシブ・ビジネスの軌跡

IFCのクライアント企業の中で成功を収めている5社の事例（アグリビジネス、教育、金融サービス、ヘルスケア）を紹介しています。

56 pages | | © 2016 IFC |

Mar 1, 2017

Corporación Grupo Fybeca S.A. (GPF)

Fybeca a pharmaceutical retailer with a history of innovation, saw an opportunity to complement its high-end pharmacy chain, Fybeca, with a down market chain so that customers could access quality medicines at economical prices. In 2000, GPF launched SanaSana — its first pharmacy for low-income customers.

Sep 16, 2016

Built for Change: Inclusive Business Solutions for the Base of the Pyramid

IFC presents five in-depth case studies of inclusive businesses and identifies the common strategies these companies are employing to do business with people living at the base of the pyramid. Ranging in geographies and sectors (agriculture, education, financial services, and healthcare), each company has a unique path but their shared strategies provides insights that can spark innovation among future business entrepreneurs. The case studies are based on interviews with the companies’ founders, chief executive, and senior management.

Sep 7, 2016

G20 Inclusive Business Report for the 2016 Summit

Leaders at the G20 Leaders Summit in Hangzhou, China emphasized the need for sustainable and inclusive growth, and welcomed the 2016 Inclusive Business report and the launch of the G20 Global Platform on Inclusive Business www.g20inclusivebusiness.org. The Platform is a global partnership that seeks to accelerate the adoption of inclusive business policies and programs globally.

Nov 17, 2015

G20 Inclusive Business Framework and Leaders’ Call to Action

Leaders at the G20 Leaders Summit in Turkey issued a call to action to public and private sector representatives, international organizations and civil society to advance the ability of businesses around the world to integrate low-income people into their value chains. The call highlights inclusive business’ important role in the implementation of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals aimed at ending poverty by 2030. As part of the Call to action, the G20 endorsed the G20 Inclusive Business Framework, which presents policy options for G20 and non-G20 governments, companies, and international financial institutions to promote and support inclusive business.

Mar 3, 2015

インクルーシブ・ビジネス ～成功企業から学ぶノウハウ～

IFCのクライアント企業が時間を費やし、BOP層へのアプローチに成功した際の戦略と手法について紹介しています。特に企業がBOP層をバリューチェーンに取り込む際に中心となるサプライヤーと消費者へのアプローチについて詳細に検討しています。

48 pages || © 2015 IFC |

Feb 3, 2015

インクルーシブ･ビジネス･ボンド

新興市場におけるインクルーシブ・ビジネスを支援するため新たに発行した「インクルーシブ・ビジネス・ボンド」について紹介しています。

2 pages | | © 2015 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

インクルーシブ ビジネスのための GLOBAL CONSUMPTION DATA

世界銀行グループが発表した世界の家計支出に関する最新データ、Global Consumption Databaseについて紹介しています。

8 pages || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet Promigas S.A. E.S.P.

2014年度Financial Times/IFC共催Transformational Business Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、Promigas S.A. E.S.P.のビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet Procafecol S.A.

2014年度Financial Times/IFC共催Transformational Business Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、Procafecol S.A.のビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd.

2014年度Financial Times/IFC共催Transformational Business Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd.のビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet Shanghai F-Road Commercial Services Co. Ltd.

2014年度Financial Times/IFC共催Transformational Business Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、Shanghai F-Road Commercial Services Co. Ltd.のビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet Fundacion Cardiovascular

2014年度Financial Times/IFC共催Transformational Business Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、Fundacion Cardiovascularのビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet Engro Foods Limited

2014年度Financial Times/IFC共催Transformational Business Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、Engro Foods Limitedのビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet ECOM Agroindustrial Corporation Ltd.

2014年度Financial Times/IFC共催Transformational Business Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、ECOM Agroindustrial Corporation Ltd.のビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2014 IFC |

Oct 27, 2014

Factsheet Manila Water Company

2013年度Financial Times/IFC共催Sustainable Finance Awardsのインクルーシブ･ビジネス部門最終選考候補、Manila Water Companyのビジネスモデルを紹介しています。

1 page || © 2013 IFC |

May 31, 2014

"SUSTAIN: Cutting-edge business solutions" magazine in Agribusiness

How can companies across the world achieve stronger performance while addressing sustainability challenges? How can they learn from each other? And how can IFC help by leveraging its unique vantage point at the intersection of business and development? SUSTAIN addresses these questions by offering a global platform for a conversation on cutting-edge business solutions among thought leaders and pioneers from the private sector, international organizations, academia, and the World Bank Group.

60 pages | © May 2014 IFC | Complimentary

Jun 25, 2013

インクルーシブ・ビジネスの可能性

4 pages | | © 2013 IFC |

Jun 12, 2013

インクルーシブ・ビジネスの先駆者たち

本書ではインクルーシブ・ビジネスの先駆者であるIFCのクライアント企業のリーダーたち14人を特集しています。インタビューを元に彼らの奮闘に焦点を当て、日々の取り組みや仕事に対する情熱を紹介しています。

44 pages | | © 2013 IFC |

Mar 20, 2013

The Role of the Private Sector in Expanding Health Access to the Base of the Pyramid

IFC’s purpose is to create opportunities for people to escape poverty and improve their lives by developing more outlets for inclusive and sustainable growth. To ensure equitable access to healthcare, we are committed to supporting companies that are providing health services to the poor in commercially viable ways. To this end, IFC conducted a study on how to help the private sector expand access to health services to the base of the pyramid. The study examined Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria and Turkey—countries with significant health markets yet large underserved populations. Three health segments were analyzed: healthcare service provision, distribution of drugs and medical equipment, and medical technology.

Dec 12, 2012

G20チャレンジ：革新的なインクルーシブ・ビジネス～受賞企業のプロフィール～

本書ではG20チャレンジ・革新的なインクルーシブビジネス（G20 Challenge on Inclusive Business Innovation）で選出された優良企業の概要を紹介しています。

52 pages | | © 2012 IFC |

Sep 5, 2014

Draft Water Resources Law (Revised May 2014)

The following draft Water Resources Law from May 2014 has been the subject of nine recent National Assembly consultations covering 18 provinces in Lao PDR. Numerous comments have been compiled from those consultations. Additional comments from the multi-stakeholder consultation on September 17, 2014; a Vientiane Capital consultation; and internal Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment departmental discussions will be incorporated into a new draft by the end of September 2014. This will be followed by additional National Assembly sessions prior to submission in December 2014.

Sep 4, 2014

Assessing Private Sector Contributions to Job Creation: A Bank Case Study in a Latin American Country

IFC partners with local financial institutions to increase access to finance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and to expand the breadth and depth of services banks provide to these firms. IFC has supported one of the largest private banks in a Latin American country (referenced in this executive summary as ìthe Bankî) through long-term loans that support the Bankís lending to SMEs.

English | 3 pages | 2014 IFC

Sep 3, 2014

Islamic Banking Across Small and Medium Enterprises in Pakistan

There is a huge demand for Islamic products by small and medium enterprises in the Middle East and North Africa region and, according to this study, approximately 32 percent of such businesses remain excluded from the formal banking sector because of a lack of Shariah-compliant products. The study reveals that, there is a potential gap of $8.63 billion to $13.20 billion for Islamic SME financing within un-served and underserved SMEs categories, with a corresponding deposit potential of $9.71 billion to $15.05 billion across these countries. This is due to the fact these un-served and underserved SMEs do not borrow from conventional banks, only owing to religious reasons. This potential is a “new to bank” funding opportunity, which is still untapped, as banks and other financial institutions lack adequate strategic focus on this segment to offer Shariah-compliant products. Islamic Banking Across Small and Medium Enterprises in Pakistan

52 pages || @2014 IFC |

Sep 1, 2014

Islamic Banking Opportunities Across Small and Medium Enterprises in MENA

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are now widely recognized as engines of economic growth and key contributors to sustainable gross domestic product (GDP) of all countries, including those in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. These businesses predominantly operate in the manufacturing and service sectors and create employment opportunities for both skilled and unskilled persons. However, market conditions and regulatory environments are not always supportive of the growth of SMEs and access to formal finance is one of the main obstacles they face.

68 pages| 2014 @ IFC

Sep 1, 2014

Millicom

Millicom is a leading international telecommunications and media company dedicated to emerging markets in Latin America and Africa. Millicom sets the pace when it comes to providing digital lifestyle services to the world’s emerging markets, giving access to the world, primarily through mobile devices. Operating in fourteen countries, Millicom offers innovative and customer-centric products.

Aug 31, 2014

Assessment of the Economic Impact of Cruise Ships to Vanuatu

The focus of this study is on the cruise tourism sector in Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands. The study contributes to a wide body of evidence on the tourism sector in the Pacific Islands and builds on the strategies and initiative proposed to support growth.

Aug 27, 2014

IFC’s Conflict Affected States in Africa Initiative: Final report for CASA's first cycle (2008-2013)

_ Development Impact Report 2013

36 || © IFC 2014 |

Aug 19, 2014

Microfinance and Global Financial Crisis--A Call for BASEL

The 2007 global financial crisis and its aftermath highlighted critical capacity gaps in the microfinance sector, particularly in the areas of corporate governance and risk management. After reviewing existing research publications on this topic, this paper shows how the Basel framework for risk management in financial institutions can be applied to strengthen microfinance institutions.

Aug 18, 2014

Responsible Finance in Vietnam

This report describes the state of financial inclusion in Vietnam and the existing financial consumer protection (FCP), regulatory, and supervisory framework for low-income clients. The report also analyses the role of industry self-regulation bodies in promoting responsible finance, as well as the extent of implementation of consumer protection principles by financial services providers. Finally, the report makes recommendations for regulators and financial services providers on how to improve responsible finance in Vietnam.

Aug 1, 2014

Manila Water

Manila Water Company, Inc. (Manila Water) operates in Metro Manila’s east service zone, home to 6.1 million people. Manila Water’s inclusive business model creates partnerships with local government units and community-based organizations to include communities in the design and implementation of water supply systems. For instance, by visibly placing water meters in public areas, the community can regulate itself as water use and fees become more transparent. As a result, 99% of customers in this region have 24-hour water availability and customers now pay 20 times below per cubic meter rates previously charged by private water vendors.

Jul 1, 2014

Environmental and Social Management System Implementation Handbook

This Handbook demonstrates a technical means of integrating environmental and social concerns into company management, so that a business can become more effective in reducing its impact on the environment, its workers and its neighboring communities.

Jun 30, 2014

Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) Implementation Handbook – TEXTILES & APPAREL

The ESMS Implementation Handbook is for firms who wish to implement a management system in line with the requirements of IFC Performance Standard 1. The Handbook and companion publications – ESMS Toolkit and ESMS Self-Assessment and Improvement Guide – are designed to help companies assess and improve their ESMS.

62 pages | © June 2014 IFC | Complimentary

Jun 30, 2014

Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) Implementation Handbook – CONSTRUCTION

The ESMS Implementation Handbook is for firms who wish to implement a management system in line with the requirements of IFC Performance Standard 1. The Handbook and companion publications – ESMS Toolkit and ESMS Self-Assessment and Improvement Guide – are designed to help companies assess and improve their ESMS.

64 pages | © June 2014 IFC | Complimentary

Jun 30, 2014

Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) Implementation Handbook – ANIMAL PRODUCTION

The ESMS Implementation Handbook is for firms who wish to implement a management system in line with the requirements of IFC Performance Standard 1. The Handbook and companion publications – ESMS Toolkit and ESMS Self-Assessment and Improvement Guide – are designed to help companies assess and improve their ESMS.

66 pages | © June 2014 IFC | Complimentary

Jun 30, 2014

Best Practices Guide for Geothermal Exploration

This second edition of a Best Practices Guide for Geothermal Exploration is aimed at project developers and their service providers to outline the state of the art tools and techniques for geothermal exploration.

196 pages | © June 2014 IGA & IFC | Complimentary

Jun 30, 2014

Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) Implementation Handbook – CROP PRODUCTION

The ESMS Implementation Handbook is for firms who wish to implement a management system in line with the requirements of IFC Performance Standard 1. The Handbook and companion publications – ESMS Toolkit and ESMS Self-Assessment and Improvement Guide – are designed to help companies assess and improve their ESMS.

62 pages | © June 2014 IFC | Complimentary

Jun 30, 2014

Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) Implementation Handbook – FOOD & BEVERAGE

The ESMS Implementation Handbook is for firms who wish to implement a management system in line with the requirements of IFC Performance Standard 1. The Handbook and companion publications – ESMS Toolkit and ESMS Self-Assessment and Improvement Guide – are designed to help companies assess and improve their ESMS.

62 pages | © June 2014 IFC | Complimentary

Jun 26, 2014

The First 10 Years of the Emerging Markets Corporate Governance Research Network (EMCGN) Report

This paper provides an account of the Emerging Markets Corporate Governance Research Network (EMCGN) and its first 10 years of activities. It describes the history of the EMCGN, its objectives, structure, and modalities.

Jun 26, 2014

Conflicts in the Boardroom Survey - Results and Analysis

A joint project of Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution and the Corporate Governance Group of the IFC explores the causes, nature, and methods of resolving corporate governance disputes. As part of this project, CEDR and IFC carried out a global survey of 191 directors and board members (including IFC Nominee Directors and members of the Private Sector Advisory Group) to find out about their experiences with and attitudes toward boardroom disputes.

Jun 24, 2014

FY15 Budget: Aligning Resources for Impact

This Budget paper sets forth the indicative operational growth and sustainable delivery model for FY15 and seeks Board authorization for the budget required to achieve its contribution to the World Bank Group twin goals. The proposed budget will enable IFC to continue delivering strong development results while reinforcing its financial sustainability by maintaining total resource consumption at a flat real level (0.9% nominal increase).

English | 45 pages | 2014 IFC

Jun 24, 2014

Stories of Impact in Agribusiness

This publication presents 16 different examples of how IFC has worked with private sector clients across the world, typically combining finance and advice. This powerful combination of money and knowledge helps our clients not only sustain but also grow their businesses, thereby paving the way for robust job creation, growth, and positive environmental and social benefits.

79 pages | © June 2014 IFC | Complimentary

Jun 12, 2014

Waste Heat Recovery for the Cement Sector: Market and Supplier Analysis

This report analyzes the current status of Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) technology deployment in developing countries and investigates the success factors in countries where WHR has become widely spread.

81 pages | © June 2014 IFC | Complimentary|

Jun 4, 2014

The Company Secretary as Polymath

Private Sector Opinion 34: This paper looks at some aspects of the modern company secretary role and the competencies that are required to succeed.

Jun 1, 2014

Kenya Tea Development Agency

The Kenya Tea Development Agency Ltd. (KTDA) was established in 2000 and is owned by 54 tea companies which, in turn, have 550,000 small tea farmers as individual shareholders. The tea companies collectively own 66 tea processing factories. KTDA emerged from the privatization of the Kenya Tea Development Authority (the Authority), a parastatal agency created in the 1960s to support small farmers. KTDA’s services cut across the entire tea value chain and include inputs and agri-extension, transportation, warehousing, processing, marketing, and financing. KTDA farmers receive 75-80% of the final tea price, a higher payout than farmers in neighboring countries. More than 62,000 farmers have received loans since 2009.

May 31, 2014

"SUSTAIN: Cutting-edge business solutions" magazine in Agribusiness

How can companies across the world achieve stronger performance while addressing sustainability challenges? How can they learn from each other? And how can IFC help by leveraging its unique vantage point at the intersection of business and development? SUSTAIN addresses these questions by offering a global platform for a conversation on cutting-edge business solutions among thought leaders and pioneers from the private sector, international organizations, academia, and the World Bank Group.

60 pages | © May 2014 IFC | Complimentary