The reality check: Spreadsheets aren’t cutting it anymore.

I’ve always felt a certain respect for the humble spreadsheet. It’s straightforward, adaptable, and easy enough to start with. Many of us, myself included, once swore by their simplicity when managing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) processes. But truth be told, spreadsheets have limitations—and EHS Managers around the UK deserve better tools, because we’ve all felt the pain of hitting those limits.

Here’s the reality any seasoned EHS manager knows: spreadsheets were designed to crunch numbers, not manage complex compliance documents or generate audit-ready safety logs at scale. Yes, we may have got by for years with sheets and cells, but just “getting by” breeds inefficiencies, mistakes, and unanticipated headaches down the line.

During a big safety audit a few years back, I was tasked with pulling detailed compliance records going months back. I found myself sifting through multiple tabs, navigating confusing versions, and sweating at the prospect of someone overwriting crucial information. It was nerve-wracking, inefficient, and a clear signal it was time to ditch our trusted cells and columns for something engineered specifically for safety compliance.

What the Data Tells us About Spreadsheet Risks

Let’s be direct—spreadsheets aren’t reliable enough tools when we are responsible for the safety of our people. They don’t scale, they don’t audit easily, and they are prone to human errors. A shocking number of spreadsheet errors lurk in most company archives, silently jeopardising compliance and safety reporting efficiency.

According to a research paper published by the European Spreadsheet Risks Interest Group, around 90% of spreadsheets have some degree of error. To put it bluntly, that’s 9 out of 10 files harbouring potentially costly mistakes.

I also came across a study from Ventana Research indicating that 44% of organisations identify spreadsheets as a major cause behind inaccurate information used in critical decisions. Imagine, nearly half of our critical safety reports could be compromised simply because they’ve been maintained on spreadsheets instead of proper EHS management software.

Moreover, the absence of version control and access restriction in spreadsheets means any team member can easily create duplicate or conflicting data. When an auditor arrives, unclear version histories become a nightmare to navigate, leaving you scrambling around at the last minute—trust me, I’ve been there, and it’s not pleasant.

The Automation Advantage: It’s About Working SMARTER, not Harder.

There comes a point in every EHS manager’s work-life when we realise spreadsheets just aren’t good enough. Fortunately, the solution isn’t mysterious or complicated—it lies in automating safety data management through dedicated software. Making the leap to automating our EHS processes equips us to escape daily firefighting. We shift instead towards proactive planning, compliance accuracy, and audit-ready safety logs.

Automation through EHS software designed specifically for our profession not only eliminates spreadsheet chaos but also enables a streamlined, transparent, and real-time recordkeeping system. No more relying on manual entries or searching through endless files. Clear dashboards provide actionable insights, intelligent alerts ensure nothing slips through the cracks, and compliance documentation is always audit-ready with just a click of a button.

Earlier scepticism among team members who loved Excel dissolved quickly after experiencing the immediate relief automation brought. Workflows simplified, reporting became faster and accurate, and productivity soared as tasks previously taking hours were reduced dramatically to a fraction of that.

Practical Solutions: How Automation Changes the Game in Everyday EHS Workflows

Let me paint you a very real and relatable scenario. A site manager notices a safety concern on the shop floor. With automated EHS software in place, they can instantly log that observation on their mobile device, attach photographs, and tag it for follow-up. This real-time entry is then automatically routed to the responsible team for action and tracked to resolution without ever opening a spreadsheet or emailing attachments back and forth.

Remember those cumbersome audits I spoke about earlier? Automating compliance with digital audit trails literally saves hours of preparation every quarter. Everything becomes truly paperless, structured, complete, and easily retrievable. An unexpected inspection? Instead of panic or anxiety, my team can now confidently tap into any report we might need, formatted clearly and immediately accessible.

With automated reminders for safety inspections and scheduled audits, there’s no worry about missing critical compliance deadlines. Actionable insights surface naturally from transparent dashboards, allowing teams to prioritise effectively without guesswork or second guessing.

Automation also simplifies incident reporting. Imagine filing an incident report through your phone or tablet, instantly notifying relevant stakeholders, kicking off automated investigation workflows, and ultimately generating useful analytics to highlight areas for improvement. It removes ambiguity and ensures nothing gets lost in communication breakdowns or overlooked in Excel nightmares.

Over the past few years, I’ve realised that automation isn’t a luxury—it’s the difference between a competent EHS management strategy and a chaotic one. Shifting away from spreadsheets to purpose-built software is simply another evolutionary step towards safer working environments and more effective management.

Let’s leave spreadsheets for numbers and budgeting—they’re excellent at that, after all—but managing crucial safety information demands dedicated EHS software. After all, your role and your colleagues’ safety deserve tools that actually support you, not trip you up at the worst possible moment.

Missing Reports: The Painful Reality for EHS Managers

Let me be honest. We’ve all been there—busy schedules, staff shortages, an overflowing inbox—and it’s so easy for a single incident report to fall through the cracks. But it’s not just paperwork; it’s significantly more valuable than it appears at first glance. As EHS professionals, our number one job is prevention, managing risks proactively and effectively. But when a seemingly minor incident or near-miss report goes unnoticed or unaddressed, that small oversight can snowball into substantial financial, operational, and even reputational repercussions.

A few years ago, I learned this lesson the hard way. A small slip incident occurred—a team member twisted an ankle. It wasn’t severe at first glance, and I briefly skimmed the headline of an email notification planning to address it later. Days went by; priorities changed, things got hectic, and guess what? I completely missed following that incident through. Weeks later, I experienced what every EHS manager dreads: the minor ankle twist had evolved into a workers’ compensation claim due to complications arising from lack of proper early-stage management. The final cost was far higher than if I had taken immediate action and handled it appropriately—approximately £7,580 altogether in compensation, administration, and lost productivity. It was a tough and costly lesson.

I realised then, painfully, how critical early interventions genuinely are. Missing just one small incident report can spiral into a costly, time-consuming headache. This isn’t about bureaucracy; it’s about protecting workers, maintaining productivity, and keeping costs down.

What’s the Real-World Impact? Let’s Look at Some Numbers

It’s easy to dismiss this scenario as a one-off, isolated mistake. Unfortunately, missing or delayed incident reporting (especially minor injuries and near misses) is more common than you might think—and the costs quickly mount up. According to data from the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE), even minor workplace injuries cost employers roughly £7,580 per case, alongside additional indirect costs relating to lost time and reduced productivity.

Did you know that slips, trips, and falls alone represent approximately 30% of workplace injuries in the UK, contributing significantly to costs arising from compensation, medical expenses, and productivity loss? Minor injuries, like sprains, cuts, or bruises, often seem manageable initially but can escalate if not dealt with promptly and efficiently.

Now factor in other impacts—work morale issues, reputational damage affecting your company’s attractiveness to potential hires or customers, possible enforcement actions or penalties from the regulator. The total financial and strategic impact seriously escalates once factors beyond immediate injury appear. EHS isn’t an administrative matter; it’s a direct bottom-line concern.

If you asked me years back, I would probably downplay near misses as administrative nuisances—but after my lesson, I see every missed report as a straightforward monetary and ethical risk factor. Each potential slip costs us much more than the initial injury might suggest, financially, morally, and operationally.

Getting Proactive: Automation to Your Rescue

The first instinct after realising that a reporting mishap cost us significantly wasn’t to add more checklists or emails—that would just create a bigger bottleneck in an already busy day. Instead, I turned to automation—and it turned out to be the best decision I could have made.

We don’t need more manual processes; we need smarter ones. And automation isn’t about replacing the EHS Manager—it’s here to strengthen our ability to act swiftly, effectively, and proactively. Consider these benefits automation can bring into your EHS management system:

• Consistency and Accuracy: Automation ensures timely, consistent capturing and follow-up of every incident, no matter how small or trivial they might seem.
• Better Insights: Automated reporting gives EHS managers the right data, clearly presented, to identify trends and prevent future incidents before they occur.
• Time-saving: Less manual admin means EHS managers can spend more time proactively addressing risks and less time endlessly chasing reports.
• Demonstrable ROI: Considering how much just one missed minor injury incident might cost—around £7,580—the investment in automation quickly pays off.

The EHS role often feels severely undervalued until something goes wrong—only then do we realise the cost of neglect. Automation doesn’t just prevent incidents from slipping by; it actively improves operational resilience and demonstrates clear ROI for your EHS initiatives.

Real-World Workflow Examples: How Automation Changes the Game

Let me demonstrate what automation might look like in practical terms, taking the guesswork out of how much difference it can truly make. Here’s what we’ve implemented at our facility:

1. Automated Incident Reporting & Notifications:
When someone submits an incident or near-miss report through a digital platform (a mobile app or digital form), an instant notification is issued to relevant stakeholders, myself included. It helps ensure that nothing lingers unattended and prioritises alerts by severity. Automated follow-ups remind me if a certain incident hasn’t been addressed fully within a determined period. No more forgotten ankle sprains!

2. Data-driven dashboards:
By integrating the automation tool into a real-time analytics dashboard, we’re able to spot patterns instantly. For example, if the dashboard reveals an increase in near-misses or minor injuries related to one specific part of the plant over a few weeks, I immediately notice and initiate corrective measures. Data now works for us, not vice versa, amplifying our prevention efforts significantly.

3. Automated Escalation & Action Trackers:
If a reported minor incident remains unresolved or lightly treated within a specific timeframe, the automation system triggers escalation to higher management. No guessing, no assumptions—just timely actions. Clarity and accountability vastly improved after implementing this rule.

4. Seamless Documentation & Compliance:
Automation simplifies compliance reporting too. All recorded incidents and respective actions taken are automatically compiled into compliant reports for regulatory audits or summarised for monthly safety sessions. We streamlined record-keeping, making inspections and internal audits smoother and significantly less stressful than before.

The results? We’ve substantially reduced response time to minor incidents, preventing escalations into expensive compensation claims or prolonged absenteeism. Plus, we’re spending less overall on incidents—our insurance premiums have steadily improved, morale has increased, and management sees safety as a quantifiable asset, not merely a nice-to-have.

If I could rewind back in time to address the £7,580 slip-up earlier in my career, automation would be my immediate go-to solution. Humility has taught me clearly—no matter how experienced or attentive our human processes are, there’s always room for error, forgetfulness, or oversight. Automation minimises that significantly.

By investing in proactive automated EHS tools, we’re not just ticking compliance boxes; we’re showing a tangible, measurable return on investment (ROI). Every avoided minor injury compensation claim contributes directly to our bottom line; every timely, effectively-handled near-miss demonstrates due diligence towards creating a safer, healthier workplace.

If automation seems like an expensive step now, calculate this financial impact for yourself. One missed report can cost you at least £7,580. An integrated automated solution typically costs far less annually—leaving me wondering one painful question: why didn’t we automate sooner?

Let’s be straight about this: automation isn’t just smarter—it’s the sensible choice, practically and financially. Don’t wait, like we did, to realise automation isn’t optional for mature, responsible workplace safety management—embracing it sooner rather than later is good sense, good ethics, and great value.

Would Your Current Safety Process Hold Up If the Auditor Arrived Tomorrow?

I’ll be completely honest—back in my early days as an engineering manager, the thought of a surprise health and safety audit was enough to make my blood run cold. Not because we were careless or negligent, but because our system at the time depended heavily on paper forms, checklists that got misplaced, and manual data entries completed “when there was time”. It worked, to a degree, but barely. This makes me wonder—if I felt anxious knowing our system had shortcomings, how many fellow professionals might secretly feel the same about theirs?

Let me pose a practical but slightly uncomfortable question: if an inspector turned up unannounced at your plant tomorrow, could your safety system stand confidently on its own two legs? Are your procedures clear, documentation accurate, and presentable—all without that frantic dash to the filing cabinet or frantic phone calls attempting to confirm something was actually done? It’s a tough question, but one we all need to ask ourselves.

In my experience, safety isn’t about box-ticking or compliance for the sake of it. It’s about having a transparent, robust, and intuitive system that proactively and consistently protects our people. Anything less than that just isn’t good enough—not for me, not for you, not for any reputable organisation.

The High Price of Sticking Your Head in the Sand

Here’s a reality I learned the hard way—ignoring gaps or deficiencies in your safety management workflow has a ripple effect. Let’s first talk about the human impact. Every time a safety measure slips through the cracks, it is potentially someone’s health and wellbeing on the line. And let’s face it, that responsibility rests squarely with us as leaders and decision-makers.

On the financial front, underestimating the importance or efficiency of safety compliance isn’t just risky—it can become incredibly costly as well. Fines for non-compliance have escalated hugely in recent years in both the UK and USA. Even minor infractions can lead to hefty financial penalties or, in severe circumstances, legal proceedings. It’s money that could be so much better invested elsewhere—training, innovation, or improved processes—rather than wasted on avoidable fines.

Operationally, an inefficient safety system is painfully disruptive—I’ve been there myself. Every piece of misplaced paperwork, every missed inspection, eats away at productivity and drains staff morale. Instead of engineers and technicians focusing on their core tasks, we’re redirecting valuable brainpower and time into chasing forms, reconciling documents, and dealing with avoidable incidents. It’s tiring, frustrating, and entirely unnecessary in a modern, digital-first age.

Why are We Still Relying on Pen and Paper?

I fully owned up to this—until recently, like many in manufacturing, we relied heavily on traditional, paper-based safety documentation methods. Yes, the old-fashioned clipboard-and-pen strategy. It’s familiar, it’s straightforward, and there’s something reassuring (at least initially) about a physical piece of paper. But this “comfort” comes at substantial hidden costs. Papers pile up, ink fades, signatures are smudged or illegible, files get lost or misfiled—and crucially, data remains static and unsearchable.

Now, imagine shifting to a modern digital safety system—safety compliance software that does most of the heavy lifting for you. It might sound daunting at first, and I won’t pretend it doesn’t require an initial effort. But here’s the reality check: once we implemented our own digital safety systems, I found myself thinking repeatedly, “Why didn’t we do this sooner?”

A digitally automated safety approach integrates easily into daily workflows. It replaces physical checklists with simple, intuitive screens on phones or tablets. It tracks who has completed inspections, when they completed them, and precisely what was recorded. Not because we don’t trust our teams, but because clear accountability and transparency build greater trust among everyone involved. It also flags upcoming inspections, missing reports, or overdue actions. Leaping from paper to software isn’t just an organizational shift—it’s the difference between crossing your fingers hoping that form turned up, and confidently knowing your data is instantly there when you need it.

Real-World Results: Audits You’re Proud Of, Not Dreading

The single greatest eye-opener for me after adopting health and safety automation was our first audit. I’m accustomed to auditors coming in prepared with tough questions, ready to grill us over paperwork and potential oversights. But when the inspector arrived post-automation, the day was, dare I say, refreshingly unremarkable. Reports were instantly retrievable, signatures clearly documented, inspections reliably timestamped and tracked. Our teams could readily navigate digital safety dashboards and show auditors first-hand evidence without effort or panic.

Reporting speed improved dramatically. What used to take hours or even days searching through dusty filing cabinets and painstaking data entry now took mere minutes. Digital dashboards gave us immediate visibility of our compliance status, continuously highlighting what was working well and what required focus.

Perhaps most validating of all, we saw tangible improvements in safety culture and metrics across the board. Employees genuinely preferred the simplicity and clarity provided by digital systems. They felt confident, better informed, and safer at work. Incident frequencies decreased simply because transparency had increased, improving our accountability and engagement across the workforce.

In retrospect, the decision to implement digital safety systems was less a technology investment and more a trust-building initiative. Employees now see audit days not as occasions for dread or anxiety, but moments to shine, to showcase the robust safety culture they’ve actively shaped and embraced.

If you’re considering making the switch—or even if you haven’t been yet—I urge you to open the conversation with your team, your shop floor, and your peers. Health and safety automation isn’t about complicating processes with tech jargon; it’s about investing in simpler, smarter ways to protect your team, your reputation, and your bottom line.

If you’re clinging to paper-heavy processes that keep you awake at night ahead of audits, consider this your gentle nudge. There is an easier way and we’ve never looked back since we took that leap. Trust me, neither will you.

The Ripple Effect of Incident Follow-Up Frustration

The scenario is painfully familiar. A near-miss happens on the factory floor, and as the Health and Safety Manager, I’m handed the responsibility of chasing down every detail, tracking every follow-up action, and ensuring it’s logged correctly for audits and compliance reviews.

I remember a specific Friday afternoon clearly. The team had done everything right, or so we thought. An incident occurred early that day—fortunately minor—but shortly before 5 PM, I realised half the paperwork remained incomplete and responsibility had gotten tangled between shifts. I was left frantically chasing after information from colleagues who had already left, and wading through scattered data stored across emails, paper forms, and an outdated spreadsheet. The frustration wasn’t just within that moment; it permeated our approach to incident reporting overall—slow, cumbersome, and disengaging for managers and frontline workers alike.

Sound familiar? If you’ve led health and safety operations in manufacturing for any length of time, chances are you’ve been there—pouring significant effort into chasing reports, closing gaps, and yet feeling no closer to resolving underlying safety issues. I realised this approach wasn’t just inefficient; it was actively pushing people away from meaningful engagement with the very processes designed to keep them safe.

Why Manual Incident Follow-Up Systems Hold Us Back

The root of my frustrations—and probably yours too—lies in an outdated, overly manual system. Incident reporting and follow-ups requiring paper forms, Excel spreadsheets, or lengthy email chains introduce friction into a process that desperately needs to be smooth and seamless.

When incident follow-ups are slow or difficult, they rapidly drift down the priority list for busy managers and production line leaders. It’s not even their fault; paperwork simply gets in the way of their core responsibilities. And the natural knock-on effect? Reports come in incomplete, important details get missed, and follow-up actions become delayed or never happen. Suddenly, small issues multiply and transform into serious safety gaps.

I still feel the frustration when I think about how many productive hours and wasted efforts I devoted to manually transferring information and checking compliance measures. Worse still, how many subtle insights and safety trends slipped away unnoticed between the cracks of manual systems.

A Better System and Improved Mindset Make Incident Follow-Ups Easy

Fortunately, a realisation hit me a few years ago: the friction and frustration didn’t have to be part of the package. After yet another challenging audit, I’d seen enough to recognise our outdated practises were not only causing stress—they were actively holding us back in safety performance. That’s when I started to explore digital safety systems, specifically incident reporting tools designed to streamline every aspect of incident management.

Integrating dedicated safety compliance software into our process felt like finally having the right tool for the job. Suddenly, recording incidents wasn’t an endless dance of paperwork and emails—it was fast, straightforward, immediate, and automated. Workers began to report incidents not just because they were obliged to, but because reporting was effortless and intuitive. Managers could instantly track the status of corrective actions, follow-up notifications, and compliance issues from a dashboard designed specifically for their role.

The confidence boost was profound. The digital incident reporting platform freed up my time to actually investigate incidents deeper, talk to my team, and proactively look at long-term improvements rather than being buried beneath piles of paperwork and follow-up emails.

Tangible Safety Gains through Digitally Driven Incident Management

The benefits from switching from manual methods to digital safety systems went beyond my initial expectations and directly showed up positively in our audits, reporting speed, and overall safety metrics. The difference was measurable within months:

Firstly, audit preparations were transformed from frantic paperwork-scavenger hunts into straightforward, confidence-inspiring sessions. Our external auditors noticed instantly—moving to fully digital incident management meant information was clearly stored, instantly accessible, and fully auditable at any time. No panic, no hiding, no hoping records were up-to-date—all critical data available instantly in clear, consistent, structured reports.

Secondly, our incident closure rates dramatically improved. The change was caused not by additional pressure or threats, but simply by removing friction from the equation. Digital safety compliance software ensured each step in the incident management process was clear, visible, and easily actionable by the right people, at the right time. Follow-ups were integrated directly into their everyday workflow rather than being perceived as separate tasks that could wait.

Finally, our safety culture as a whole improved—a benefit difficult to measure but abundantly clear to the experienced observer. Employees and line managers weren’t just compliant; they actively engaged in safety discussions because they felt their contribution mattered and resulted in positive changes quickly. The real-time insights provided by incident reporting tools gave people direct, visible reinforcement that their voices made a meaningful impact on safety improvements.

Reflecting now, it’s clear why incident follow-ups previously “always failed.” It wasn’t down to lack of effort or willingness—it was simply due to outdated systems that suffocated effective follow-up actions at every turn. Moving to a digital system wasn’t just about technology; it reflected a new mindset acknowledging that genuine safety commitment required effective communication, clear accountability, and practical convenience. Embracing digital safety systems provided all three, and helped create a safety-first culture embraced willingly throughout the organisation—definitely a smart move.

When Traditional Methods Let You Down

I remember clearly the Tuesday morning when I walked into our factory and saw the Health and Safety team gathered around a stack of paper forms, their faces etched with stress. Overnight, there’d been an accident—a minor injury luckily—but it hadn’t been logged properly straight away. Why? Because the paper form they needed was lost in a sea of clipboards and loose sheets. A simple paper fail had caused uncertainty, delays, and frustration. Thankfully, the colleague was okay, but the lesson was clear: paper processes weren’t just inconvenient—they were quietly sinking our compliance ship.

You know those moments, don’t you? Perhaps you’ve been there yourself—scrambling to find a critical compliance document or audit form that’s buried somewhere deep in a filing cabinet. That uncomfortable realisation hitting you that maybe—just maybe—our reliance on paper isn’t doing us any favours after all.

The Hidden Pitfalls of Paper Compliance

This incident prompted me to dig deeper into why paper-based systems, once a reliable stalwart, were becoming a compliance hazard. On the surface, paper forms seemed harmless enough—familiar, predictable, traditional. But the deeper we explored, the clearer it became that paper was quietly and subtly causing trouble beneath the surface.

First, there’s the vulnerability of physical records. Lost paperwork, illegible handwriting, water-damaged forms (you wouldn’t believe how much coffee shop-floor reports drink up)—all these seemingly trivial things can hugely impact your compliance and, more crucially, your team’s safety.

Then there’s the hidden cost—time. Every minute someone spends manually filling out, filing away or searching for paper forms is time taken away from proactive inspections, safety training, and meaningful safety actions. I once walked the floor with one of my senior safety managers who clocked almost two hours daily just on paperwork admin—a talented professional losing about a quarter of their working hours to administrative fluff.

Lastly, manual paperwork is practically immune from oversight until something goes wrong. You’ll only discover those missing forms, incomplete audits, or unsigned safety briefings in moments you least expect and can least afford to—often during a surprise external audit or incident investigation. By then, of course, it’s too late.

I realised we’d become complacent, comforted by tradition. The stack of papers felt tangible, solid—comforting even. But the outdated nature of these methods sent a shockwave of inefficiencies and mistakes into our compliance processes, silently eating away at the accuracy we worked hard to maintain.

Switching to Digital: Making Life Easier for Everyone

Motivated by this sobering wake-up call, we made the switch to a digital safety system, investing in simple yet effective safety compliance software that gave us real-time visibility of incidents, audits, and corrective actions. Change wasn’t overnight and believe me, old habits are hard to break. But shifting to digital forms wasn’t just about new technology—it represented a new mindset entirely.

The transition to a digital EHS automation platform allowed us to accurately track incidents from the moment they occurred—making delays and lost information a thing of the past. Imagine that—no more gathering around stacks of paper and clipboards, chasing down colleagues who might’ve left things unsigned or incomplete.

We quickly found out digital reporting is inherently faster and easier. It’s simple—if you make compliance straightforward, people are naturally inclined to not only use the system but embrace it. By giving our frontline teams user-friendly tools to report accidents, log near-misses, and track inspections with just a few taps—no more messy handwriting, coffee stains, or water damage—we made the process seamless and frictionless.

Better Compliance Built With Everyone’s Buy-In

As you can imagine, our compliance landscape shifted dramatically with this change. Digitally documenting information in one centralised place eliminated ambiguity around incident reports and inspections alike. If someone forgot to sign or submitted something incomplete, automatic alerts and reminders nudged them gently rather than an awkward conversation from a compliance manager days or even weeks later.

We didn’t just witness improvement in compliance data, though. Notably, our team attitudes shifted as well. Initially, I worried the uptake would be slow—that colleagues would dig their heels in, loyal to old habits. But instead, the easy-to-navigate digital forms, combined with more streamlined processes, transformed our team’s attitude from reluctance to enthusiasm.

Here’s the trick: clearly showing your team how the system benefits them. Demonstrating precisely how fewer paper trails mean less hassle, how automated reminders mean fewer awkward conversations, and how improved clarity on incidents helps build a safer workplace for everyone creates a shared sense of purpose. Safety suddenly became visible, accessible, and empowered by tools that made a real-world difference.

Now, compliance wasn’t a box-checking exercise—it was simply part of our everyday culture, genuinely embraced on the floor because it wasn’t slowing anyone down.

If you’re still questioning your reliance on paper, let me assure you from experience: digital safety systems aren’t about creating ‘just another tool’. They’re about freeing your team from wasted time and frustrations to focus on the important stuff—keeping your people safe, efficiently complying with regulatory demands, and building a culture where everyone can thrive. Looking back, the switch was one of the simplest but best decisions we ever made. Consider whether it could be yours, too.