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Who says inkjet and durability can’t work together? Meet the BradyJet™ J7300 – Brady’s groundbreaking new printer that’s redefining what’s possible with full colour for industrial applications. Whether you need labels for the production line or anywhere in your facility, this versatile printer delivers vibrant, eye-catching labels that stand up to tough conditions.

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Brady’s new BradyJet J7300 Colour Label Printer prints industrial-strength labels in vibrant full colour. Optimally support safety, lean efficiency and maintenance in production environments. Use the toughest materials on the market, complete with automatic setup, calibration and printing on the very first label.

Why should you consider equipping your operation with a BradyJet J3700?

  • Ideal for industrial labelling that changes frequently, from regulatory signage and Lean visuals to barcoding, lab ID, GHS labelling and UL/component ID
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  • Dual CMY and true black (K) ink cartridges deliver vibrant colours, deep black, dark tones, readable barcodes and sharp text job after job
  • Prints smear-free inks on labels that resist water, chemicals and abrasions for up to two-year outdoor durability (even longer indoors)
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The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is transforming how companies across the European Union report on their sustainability efforts. While its objectives—enhancing transparency and standardising reporting—are clear, the journey to compliance is anything but simple. From navigating complex reporting requirements to leveraging technology for streamlined processes, businesses face an array of challenges and opportunities. 

Quentic powered by AMCS, is powering smart sustainability. In their upcoming webinar, Leveraging Technology for Effective CSRD Implementation Across Europe, they will dive deep into this critical topic. In this blog, the key themes of the webinar will be explored and will highlight why you don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from real-world use cases. 

Understanding CSRD Challenges

The CSRD introduces robust new requirements for corporate sustainability reporting, replacing the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD). Companies now need to meet detailed standards, including: 

  • Reporting on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.
  • Conducting a Double Materiality assessment to identify and prioritise sustainability topics.
  • Aligning with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).

These requirements apply to a much broader range of businesses, extending to approximately 50,000 organisations across the EU. The timeline is tight, with many companies needing to start reporting on 2024 data as early as 2025. 

The webinar starts with an exploration of these challenges, offering insights into how businesses in different sectors and regions are approaching them. You’ll hear anonymised use cases showcasing companies from the DACH region, the Nordics, Benelux, France, and the UK & Ireland, each navigating unique hurdles.

What You’ll Learn: Real-World Use Cases

While many companies are still grappling with how to begin their CSRD journeys, others are paving the way with innovative approaches. In the webinar, you’ll learn about real-world examples (anonymised for confidentiality) to illustrate the diverse experiences of businesses across Europe. 

Here’s a glimpse of what to expect: 

  • Region-Specific Challenges: Learn how different businesses tackled reporting requirements for over their sustainability metrics, balancing regional and EU-wide regulations.
  • Industry-Specific Approaches: See how these 5 European companies eliminated manual data collection and integrated sustainability into their core operations.
  • Varying Stages in Sustainability Journeys: Explore how different sized organisations at various stages in their sustainability journeys tackle regulatory and compliance challenges.

These stories will provide actionable insights, whether your company is just starting out or refining an existing sustainability strategy. 

The Role of Technology in CSRD Compliance

Technology is an essential enabler of CSRD compliance. From managing data collection to automating reporting processes, the right tools can save time, reduce errors, and provide strategic insights. 

Learn more about: 

  • Data Management Solutions: Learn how companies are leveraging software to collect, organize, and analyse vast amounts of sustainability data.
  • Streamlining Double Materiality Assessments: Discover how tech simplifies identifying, analysing, and prioritising material ESG topics.
  • Improving Reporting Accuracy: See how technology ensures compliance with the ESRS and other frameworks.

Discover how technology has been a game-changer in achieving compliance for companies across the EU and has transform their CSRD journeys. 

Beyond Compliance: Unlocking Strategic Value

One of the most exciting aspects of CSRD is its potential to drive strategic value beyond compliance. By meeting reporting requirements, companies can gain insights into: 

  • Customer and Stakeholder Expectations: Understanding sustainability priorities can improve customer satisfaction and strengthen stakeholder relationships.
  • Market Trends: Aligning with ESG trends positions companies as leaders in their industries.
  • Operational Efficiencies: Data-driven insights can uncover opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Gain insight into how businesses have turned compliance challenges into opportunities, using their CSRD efforts to drive meaningful change and competitive advantage. 

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is tailored to professionals across various functions, all of whom play a critical role in driving CSRD compliance and sustainability efforts within their organisations. Whether you’re on the frontlines of sustainability initiatives or overseeing strategy at the executive level, this session offers valuable insights and practical solutions.

  • Sustainability Leaders
    As the champions of sustainability within your organisation, you are responsible for aligning your company’s efforts with evolving regulatory frameworks. This webinar will equip you with actionable insights to refine your CSRD strategy, navigate Double Materiality assessments, and enhance ESG reporting processes. Learn from real-world use cases to identify best practices and innovative approaches to overcome the challenges you face.
  • Finance and Compliance Teams
    With CSRD expanding the scope of corporate reporting, your role in ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance is more important than ever. This webinar will provide you with a clear understanding of how to align your organisation’s reporting efforts with CSRD and ESRS requirements. Discover tools and methodologies to streamline data collection, improve reporting accuracy, and meet deadlines with confidence.
  • IT Professionals
    Technology is at the heart of successful CSRD implementation. As an IT professional, you’ll learn how to leverage software solutions to manage large volumes of sustainability data, automate reporting processes, and integrate CSRD requirements into existing systems. This session will also explore how innovative technology can support company-wide sustainability initiatives and simplify complex processes.
  • Executives and Decision-Makers
    For executives, CSRD compliance goes beyond regulatory adherence—it represents a strategic opportunity to drive organisational transformation, build stakeholder trust, and create long-term value. This webinar will help you understand the broader implications of CSRD compliance, identify opportunities for competitive advantage, and align sustainability reporting with your company’s overall goals.

No matter your role, if your organisation is preparing for CSRD compliance, this webinar is a must-attend. Gain insights, strategies, and tools to navigate the complexities of CSRD while positioning your company as a sustainability leader in the European market.

Why Register Now?

With the CSRD deadlines approaching, it’s crucial to start your journey today. Use this unique opportunity to learn from the experiences of companies across Europe, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to navigate your own path to compliance. 

Here’s what you’ll gain:

  • Practical Insights: Understand real-world challenges and solutions from anonymised case studies.
  • Tech-Enabled Strategies: Discover how technology can simplify and enhance your CSRD efforts.
  • Actionable Takeaways: Leave with concrete steps to advance your organisation’s sustainability reporting.

Join our hosts Rajiv Jalim, Global Head of Performance Sustainability at AMCS, and Zita Stefan, ESG Solutions Engineer at AMCS, as they guide you through the challenges of CSRD and how companies in the EU are tackling and overcoming those challenges with the help of technology.

Don’t miss out on this valuable learning opportunity. 

Date & Time: Tuesday, 10th December 

  • 10:00 – 10:45 AM (GMT) 
  • 11:00 – 11:45 AM (CET) 

Secure your spot today: Register Now!

Get Ready for the CSRD Journey

The journey to Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) compliance is more than just a regulatory requirement—it’s a chance to reshape how your organisation approaches sustainability. While the road may be challenging, it offers an unparalleled opportunity to enhance transparency, build trust with stakeholders, and position your company as a leader in the evolving sustainability landscape.

Meeting the CSRD’s rigorous standards requires a combination of strategic planning, cross-departmental collaboration, and the right tools. Whether you’re grappling with Double Materiality assessments, data management, or aligning with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), preparation is key. The challenges can seem daunting, but they also provide a pathway to meaningful organisational change.

Join us for this essential webinar, Leveraging Technology for Effective CSRD Implementation Across Europe, to gain the knowledge, insights and tools you need to succeed.

Register now and take the first step toward mastering CSRD compliance.

A company specialising in generating electricity from food waste through anaerobic digestion has been fined more than £300,000 after an explosion left two employees with severe, life-altering injuries.

The blast occurred while the workers were on top of an 11-meter-high metal tank containing waste slurry. The explosion propelled the tank into the air before it crashed back to the ground nine seconds later.

The Incident
On 20th September, 2017, employees Tomasz Patek and Robert Tyrko of Bio Dynamic (UK) Limited were using a grinder to cut and replace pipework on the tank. The sparks ignited flammable gases inside, causing a devastating explosion. Neither worker was wearing a safety harness.

CCTV footage captured the moment of the explosion, which has since been released.

Impact on the Workers
Tomasz Patek was thrown from the mobile elevating work platform (MEWP), landing in the slurry below. He suffered severe injuries to his back, head, and torso, requiring a two-month hospital stay. The incident left Tomasz unable to work for over two years and struggling with post-traumatic amnesia.

Reflecting on the emotional toll, Tomasz said:
“After the accident, I was unable to recover emotionally. I couldn’t cope with the pain or accept that the accident had happened to me.”

Robert Tyrko was thrown back into the MEWP’s basket. He sustained a fractured skull, and his leg was later amputated. He remains wheelchair-bound as he awaits a prosthesis. The explosion also left him with a metal fragment lodged in his elbow, continuing to affect his daily life.

In his statement, Robert described the ongoing impact:
“This whole situation has devastated my relationship. My wife, Magda, now carries all the responsibilities I once shared. I also struggle with anger and nightmares about the accident.”

Investigations and Findings
A joint investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Environment Agency revealed multiple failings in the company’s safety and environmental management. These included:

  • Failure to ensure safe design, installation, and use of tanks.
  • Inadequate risk assessments and lack of a safe system of work.
  • Insufficient training and supervision for employees.

Additionally, the company violated environmental regulations by:

  • Operating with unauthorised gaseous emission points.
  • Making unassessed modifications to its processes.
  • Failing to comply with its environmental permit.

These oversights created the perfect conditions for the explosion.

Court Proceedings and Penalties
On November 22, 2024, at Nottingham Crown Court, Bio Dynamic (UK) Limited pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including breaches of the Health and Safety at Work Act and Environmental Protection regulations.

The company was fined £304,500 and ordered to pay £229,988 in costs.

Official Statements
HSE Inspector Richenda Dixon commented:
“It’s remarkable that Robert and Tomasz weren’t killed. This incident resulted from fundamental failings in the company’s safety management.”

Senior Environmental Crime Officer Iain Regan added:
“The company’s attitude toward environmental compliance was superficial. Their failure to implement proper procedures and risk assessments had catastrophic consequences, leaving two employees with life-changing injuries. Incidents like this highlight why strict adherence to environmental permits is essential.”

Seven years after the explosion, Tomasz and Robert continue to face significant physical and emotional challenges, underscoring the devastating consequences of neglecting workplace safety and environmental responsibilities.

In an era where sustainability has become a competitive advantage, distinguishing between greenwashing and genuine ESG efforts is more critical than ever. Companies face growing scrutiny from investors, consumers, and regulators, but some continue to overstate their environmental or social impact. Here, we explore how organisations and stakeholders can identify authentic ESG initiatives using cutting-edge tools and approaches, with examples to guide the way.

What is Greenwashing?

Greenwashing occurs when a company exaggerates or fabricates its environmental credentials to mislead stakeholders. Common tactics include vague claims like “eco-friendly” without proof, focusing on minor green initiatives while ignoring significant negative impacts, or using misleading certifications.

A good example is in 2022 when H&M faced allegations of greenwashing for its “Conscious Collection,” which advertised garments made with sustainable materials. Investigations revealed inconsistencies in their claims, leading to backlash and a lawsuit. This highlights the need for robust verification of sustainability claims.

Spotting Genuine Impact – Data Transparency

Authentic ESG initiatives are backed by transparent, verifiable data. Companies that disclose detailed ESG metrics – aligned with frameworks like GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) or SASB (Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) signal credibility.

Tool Spotlight: FigBytes
This ESG platform helps businesses track, manage, and disclose data in compliance with global standards. Its intuitive dashboards provide a clear overview of progress, helping stakeholders assess authenticity.

Third-Party Certifications

Verified certifications from reputable organisations provide assurance of genuine efforts. Certifications like B Corp, LEED, and FSC demonstrate a company’s commitment to high environmental and social standards.

A great example is Patagonia’s commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical practices is reinforced by its B Corp certification. The company transparently shares data about its carbon footprint and works continuously to reduce its impact.

Lifecycle Assessments

Lifecycle assessments (LCAs) analyse a product’s environmental impact from production to disposal. Companies that conduct LCAs and share the findings demonstrate accountability.

Tool Spotlight: Sphera
This software specialises in LCAs, helping businesses quantify their product impact and take steps to improve.

AI and Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency

Technology is revolutionising the ability to track and verify ESG claims. AI analyses ESG data for inconsistencies, while blockchain creates immutable records of supply chain transactions.

Tool Spotlight: Provenance
Provenance uses blockchain to verify product claims, ensuring traceability from raw materials to finished goods. For example, it has partnered with beauty brands to prove ethical sourcing of ingredients.

Stakeholder Engagement

Companies with genuine ESG initiatives actively engage stakeholders, including employees, customers, and communities, to gather input and share progress.

Unilever’s Sustainability Living Plan is a great example. Unilever’s program focuses on reducing environmental impact while improving livelihoods. Its transparent updates and partnerships with NGOs underscore its genuine commitment.

How to Avoid Falling for Greenwashing

  • Look for Detailed Reporting: Vague terms like “green” or “eco-friendly” should be backed by measurable goals and progress.
  • Verify Claims: Cross-check certifications and data using independent tools or third-party audits.
  • Scrutinise Supply Chains: Ask questions about sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics.
  • Engage with ESG Tools: Platforms like EcoVadis and Avetta provide detailed ESG ratings for companies, making it easier to evaluate credibility.

As awareness of greenwashing grows, businesses will face increasing pressure to prove their ESG initiatives are genuine. By leveraging modern tools and demanding transparency, stakeholders can separate the truly sustainable from those merely posing as such. Authenticity is no longer optional—it’s a business imperative.

Every year, nearly 3 million people lose their lives due to workplace accidents, while over 374 million suffer non-fatal injuries. These are more than just statistics — they represent real people, real lives, and real families impacted by safety incidents that could often have been prevented. Despite advances in safety technologies, industrial workplaces still face a major challenge: traditional safety methods aren’t doing enough to reduce accidents and fatalities as expected. Despite ongoing efforts, safety improvements across industries have reached a plateau.

Safety teams are overwhelmed by disorganized data

The main issue we’ve encountered after 5 years of working closely with safety leaders isn’t a lack of data — it’s actually the overwhelming amount of it. EHS leaders are dealing with a flood of disjointed information. They are overloaded with spreadsheets, PDFs, emails, and manual logs from various sites around the world. Collecting this data takes too long. Gathering leading safety indicators is hard.

On average, safety teams spend three weeks preparing for quarterly reviews. Over 50% of organizations struggle to collect the right data for effective safety programs. These delays slow decisions and stop teams from being proactive.

Meet Chief: change how your safety data is managed

After listening to operations and site leaders, understanding their frustrations, and learning about their day-to-day struggles, the feedback we received was consistent: They need real-time insights that help them make quick, informed decisions to prevent accidents before they happen.

One of my favorite quotes describing why real-time insights are crucial comes from our valued customer, Terry Evans, the Wood Products Division Safety Manager at Boise Cascade:

“As a longtime safety professional, I know firsthand that time is not only money – it’s also what can make all the difference between a healthy worker and an injured one, a minor ailment and a severe one, and, often, life and death. The more time we spend on administrative obligations like audit reports or data entry, the less we have left for detecting hazards on the floor, driving changes that reduce exposures, and building crucial trust with the workers whose safety depends on us.”

He’s 100% right — time means the difference between life and death in health and safety management. The less time spent on paperwork, the more time can be spent on making sure workers go home safely at the end of the day.

That’s where Intenseye Chief comes in. Chief — our safetyGPT platform, designed to completely transform how safety data is managed and analyzed. By seamlessly integrating and analyzing data from multiple sources in real time, Chief cuts down weeks of work to just a few hours, enabling safety leaders to act quickly and effectively.

By bridging the gap between how work is planned and how it actually unfolds, Chief equips safety teams with the real-time insights they need to stay ahead of potential EHS incidents.

Chief is built for real-world challenges

Chief is designed to simplify how safety teams interact with their data by providing real-time, actionable insights through a conversational interface. Safety leaders can ask specific questions, generate reports, and receive trends directly from the data collected at their facilities instantly.

With the ability to ask customized questions, safety leaders can quickly understand where improvements are happening and where more focus is needed. This capability allows you to ‘chat’ with your data, pulling insights from every corner of your organization into one unified dashboard.

One of Chief’s standout features is its ability to generate comprehensive reports that include not just visual insights but also specific recommendations for improvement. Teams can save these threads, bookmark key insights, and share them across facilities or departments, fostering collaboration and ensuring that safety strategies are aligned company-wide.

The platform also allows for file uploads, such as procedures or safety audits, so leaders can prompt against this information to address issues that matter most to them. From daily team meetings to long-term safety programs, Chief provides a flexible and powerful tool to keep safety efforts on track.

Reflecting on this, I recall a recent conversation with Hans Rudelsberger, Huhtamaki’s Global Head of EHS, Quality & Sustainability, who captured the true impact of Chief on their safety approach. Hans noted,

“Chief will support our journey to zero by reducing the time it takes for EHS managers to prepare and analyze data. Currently, they have to do much of the groundwork themselves — identifying the highest risk exposures and drawing their own conclusions. Hans says that, “With Chief, this foundational work is done for them, covering a solid 80%, leaving them to handle the remaining 20%.”

With Chief, EHS managers at Huhtamaki, and other organizations like it, gain more than just time; they gain a more advanced starting point for their analysis. Instead of beginning from scratch, safety teams can rely on Chief to streamline the groundwork, allowing them to focus on implementing proactive safety measures and addressing high-priority risks immediately.

Get ahead to the new era of workplace safety management

Chief is now live; safety professionals, operations executives, plant managers, and frontline teams can sign up and start using it. Let Chief streamline safety compliance, unlock real-time insights, and transform how you manage safety.

Request your free trial to see Chief in action.

Global technology company, SafetyCulture, is today announcing the appointment of Kelly Vohs as Chief Executive Officer and the transition of Founder and current CEO, Luke Anear into the new role of Executive Chairman. Both changes will be effective from 1 January 2025. 

Kelly Vohs is a proven CEO and a former SafetyCulture customer with a deep understanding of how the company’s technology is used by frontline teams. With a decade of leadership experience working at Blackstone portfolio companies in the USA, Kelly joins SafetyCulture from his most recent role as CEO of the US-based real estate company, LivCor. 

Commenting on his appointment, Kelly Vohs said: “I am deeply honoured to accept this role and excited by the clear mandate I’ve been given to drive the company forward towards its next big milestones. I’ve seen firsthand the potential SafetyCulture’s platform has to completely transform workplaces, help teams improve and keep people safe. I’m ready to tackle the challenge of helping even more customers start that journey.”

SafetyCulture Founder, Luke Anear with incoming CEO, Kelly Vohs

 

With Kelly taking on the CEO role, Luke Anear will focus on further developing the long-term vision and shaping the company’s strategy. Luke will chair SafetyCulture’s board and ensure the company remains focused on its long-term goals. He will also continue to work closely with SafetyCulture’s investors and provide strategic advice to Kelly and the senior leadership team. 

Commenting on the change, SafetyCulture’s current Founder and CEO, Luke Anear, said: “Now is the right time for me to transition into the role of Executive Chairman. The business has never been in a better position, and I’m incredibly confident in Kelly and the senior leadership team’s ability to continue to build a world-changing company that improves the lives of hundreds of millions of workers every day.”

“I couldn’t be any prouder of the impact SafetyCulture has had on the world to date, but we are just getting started, and it still feels like we are 1% of the way there! In 2022, I set a goal to 100x the business by 2032, and just two years on, it’s now only 50x to reach that goal. We are very fortunate to have such a large opportunity in front of us and we have all the foundations to execute on that opportunity.” said Anear. 

“Building a world-changing company takes time and requires a long-term commitment. We are continuing to invest in Artificial Intelligence, and in addition to our software, we now provide 75,000 consumable products to our customers. To complete the loop, we can also provide insurance that underwrites our customers’ risks. What we are doing is building several multi-billion dollar revenue businesses at the same time, and we will start to see the compounding effect of this strategy come into play in the years ahead.” 

SafetyCulture recently closed a $165 million funding round, which valued the company at $2.5 billion, and the company has signalled its ambition to continue creating regular liquidity events for shareholders and employees.

With 85,000 businesses and nearly 2 million users worldwide now using the SafetyCulture platform, the company continues to see record sign-up growth. Its average customer has doubled in size over the last two years.

SafetyCulture now has 900 employees working from its six offices worldwide, helping to accelerate its global growth and tracking towards the ambitious target of reaching 100 million users by 2032.

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