Best Practices: Reassessing EHS Digital Strategy In 2025
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Executive Summary
The digital age has seen a period of rapid transformation within EHS. Firms have transitioned from paper and Excel spreadsheets to digital software solutions with mobile apps, enabling frontline workers to complete EHS processes anywhere. As of 2025, most firms have already implemented an EHS software solution or a number of point solutions, and are now in a period of consolidating these modules into a more well-connected single platform. The next stage will see software vendors incorporate edge technologies, such as AI and wearable devices, to provide senior leaders with more EHS data, ultimately increasing their visibility on current performance. This report outlines how firms should approach EHS digital strategy, whether that is implementing a new solution or maximizing current tools to realize their benefits. In addition, it highlights some of the benefits of edge technologies and how they can further streamline EHS processes.EHS functions seek to establish themselves as a key component within the wider organization
EHS software is in a phase of consolidation and innovation
The EHS function is in a period of diversification, forming part of a broader risk ecosystem
Firms should select EHS solutions that can meet their specific functional, technical and strategic needs
EHS functions must engage with various stakeholders to establish their software requirements
Firms must set a clear strategy and goals for an EHS digitization project
There are several key factors that must be considered for successful long-term deployment
Firms can enhance their EHS digital ecosystem by leveraging edge technologies
AI-based technologies streamline and improve processes through advanced capabilities
Hardware tools provide workers with an extra layer of safety
Figure 2. EHS software buyer priorities
Figure 3. Top factors corporate buyers look for when selecting EHS services partners
Figure 4. Steps for a successful EHS software selection project
Figure 5. EHS AI use cases
About the Authors
Zain Idris
Industry Analyst
Zain is an Industry Analyst specializing in EHS digital strategy and corporate spending trends. His research examines how firms are positioning their EHS budgets, considering ...
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Bill Pennington
VP Research
Bill is VP Research at Verdantix, where he leads analysis on the evolving and interconnected landscapes of EHS, quality, AI and enterprise risk management. His research helps ...
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