Does Compliance Hinder Innovation?Innovation is necessary for growth and often requires that risks are taken. However, a common sentiment is that compliance is getting in...
Should You Choose a Product or a Solution?In the early days of computing, companies would take "Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS)" products and create solutions to address specific...
Where is the latest Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)?Using up to date procedures and safe work practices is essential for maintaining safety of your workforce. Document management systems...
How to Manage Risk during Organizational ChangesSafety regulations and guidelines across North America call out for the need to manage risk due to organizational changes. Ensuring that...
Which Improvement Framework Should You Use?In recent years, standards and regulations have specified the need for companies to adopt improvement models or frameworks for their risk...
Creating Space for ComplianceIf you are a Star Wars fan, you could call this "Creating balance in the 'work' force." Finding ways to accommodate new and changing...
Hidden DataOne of the first steps to improvement is creating the ability to "see" or "visualize" what it is you want to change. This is one of the...
Lean Principles Applied to Pipeline SafetyThe adoption of ANSI / API Recommended Practice 1173 - Pipeline Safety Management Systems will help improve overall pipeline safety. ...