Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) software is transforming from a mere replacement for paper records into a vital tool for cultural change within organisations.
With nearly 3 million work-related fatalities each year, industries face immense pressure to enhance safety protocols. ABI Research predicts the EHS software market will grow at a 6.7% CAGR, reaching $2.2 billion by 2034.
As safety becomes a crucial aspect of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, companies must demonstrate improvements in safety metrics. “EHS software allows organizations to collect and analyse data, establishing baselines and visualising progress,” explains Michael Larner, distinguished analyst at ABI Research. However, many industrial sectors still rely on outdated paper-based systems.
The chemical industry has long recognised the necessity of robust safety processes, but the oil and gas (CAGR 7.0%) and mining (CAGR 7.1%) industries are rapidly catching up. Innovations in EHS software—such as mobile image capturing and risk logging—are empowering all employees, not just safety professionals, to take an active role in cultivating safer workplaces.
Companies like Alcumus, ComplianceQuest, and SafetyCulture are leading the charge in digitizing safety procedures, enabling organizations to enhance their safety protocols significantly. As adoption increases, EHS software is positioned to drive a cultural shift in workplace safety, moving beyond compliance to create environments where safety is a shared responsibility.
