This review seeks to offer an independent assessment of the impact of the [UN] Global Compact within the broader corporate responsibility movement, focusing in particular on its role in advancing corporate understanding of and respect for human rights...It aims to make practical recommendations on how the strategic approach of the UNGC could be developed over the coming years to build on successes and address concerns, which stakeholders have highlighted...Recommendations focus in particular on how the human rights aspects of the UNGC can be enhanced including steps to achieve greater impact through strengthening links with the UN-endorsed Protect, Respect and Remedy framework. [Welcomes feedback; comments should be sent to [email protected]]