What does GRI encourage organizations to do with their reported data?

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) encourages organizations to utilize their reported data for strategic decision-making and stakeholder engagement. This approach aligns with GRI's mission to promote sustainability and transparency in organizational practices. By effectively using the data, organizations can assess their impacts on the economy, environment, and society, thereby enabling them to make informed decisions that support sustainability goals.

Furthermore, engaging stakeholders with the reported data fosters open dialogue, builds trust, and helps organizations understand the expectations and concerns of those affected by their operations. This participatory approach enhances accountability and decision-making processes, ensuring that organizations are not only aware of their performance but also responsive to societal demands and stakeholder interests.

The other options do not align with the GRI’s objectives of transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement. Keeping data confidential undermines transparency; limiting disclosures hampers accountability and scrutiny; and focusing solely on financial metrics neglects the broader sustainability context essential for comprehensive reporting.