Case Study
Transforming EHS Systems For A Global Chemical Manufacturing Firm
Company: Global Chemical Manufacturing Firm
Revenue: $10 billion +
Employees: 15,000 +
Industry: Chemicals

Challenge
Our client, a prominent global chemical manufacturing firm, faced a significant challenge related to their Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) systems. These systems were approaching the end of their life cycle, creating a pressing need for a comprehensive overhaul. The client sought to establish a new digital ecosystem to manage a wide spectrum of EHS processes, including safety risk management procedures, audit management, environmental data collection, regulatory compliance, and reporting across all organizational levels.
Solution
Recognizing the complexity of the challenge, Verdantix collaborated closely with the steering committee to develop and prioritize goals for a digital transformation initiative. The approach taken by Verdantix included several crucial steps:
- Current State Evaluation: Verdantix conducted a thorough assessment of the existing EHS systems and processes. This evaluation was carried out through stakeholder workshops involving personnel ranging from directors to on-site operators. The insights gathered from these workshops were combined with Verdantix's extensive knowledge of commercial EHS software offerings and their own experiences with implementation challenges.
- Digital Transformation Strategy: based on the as-is evaluation, Verdantix formulated a comprehensive digital transformation strategy. This strategy included detailed digital ecosystem schematics, optimized process maps, cost estimates, procurement strategy, and a rollout roadmap. The aim was to provide a clear and actionable plan for the client's EHS transformation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Verdantix facilitated strategic decision-making through roundtable discussions with directors at various stages of the project. This collaborative approach ensured that the proposed solution was not only pragmatic but also mitigated risks, aligning with the client's initial goals for the digital transformation.
Outcome
The collaboration with Verdantix yielded significant outcomes for the global chemical manufacturing firm:
- Secured Funding: the Verdantix digital strategy played a pivotal role in securing the necessary funding to execute the EHS transformation. Additionally, the success of the project led to an expanded scope, encompassing operational risk and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data management.
- Ongoing Support: following the initial strategy phase, Verdantix continued to assist the firm by aiding in the development of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), vendor shortlisting, and the selection of EHS software solutions. This ongoing partnership ensured that the client received the necessary support throughout the implementation process.
In conclusion, Verdantix's strategic guidance and expertise enabled the global chemical manufacturing firm to embark on a successful digital transformation journey for their EHS systems. The comprehensive strategy not only secured funding but also expanded the scope of the project to address critical operational and sustainability concerns.
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