{"id":448,"date":"2022-01-18T05:34:54","date_gmt":"2022-01-18T05:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cmcdeploytwo.co.nz\/directsafety\/?p=448"},"modified":"2024-05-17T03:32:59","modified_gmt":"2024-05-17T03:32:59","slug":"is-benchmarking-the-path-to-better-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cmcdeploytwo.co.nz\/directsafety\/index.php\/2022\/01\/18\/is-benchmarking-the-path-to-better-business\/","title":{"rendered":"IS BENCHMARKING THE PATH TO BETTER BUSINESS?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>What Is Benchmarking?<\/h3>\n<p>Traditionally, a benchmark is a reference point used in the process of surveying. But, that\u2019s not all it is. Now, benchmarking has developed into a useful business improvement tool that can be applied to any area of an organisation\u2019s work \u2013 including safety management.<\/p>\n<p>By encouraging analysis of your business, and by close examination of other businesses\u2019 methods, processes, procedures and performance, benchmarking can reveal where you\u2019re excelling \u2013 and where you could improve.<\/p>\n<p>As you can see, it is a really useful tool for assessing the best way to keep your team safe when they are out completing their work.<\/p>\n<h3>Do You Need To Benchmark?<\/h3>\n<p>We think that benchmarking is a must-do for your business. Here\u2019s why.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s just as important to manage safety as it is to manage things like production, finance or customer service. Often, these are the areas that a business will have already completed some benchmarking work. But, they aren\u2019t the only areas to focus on. Benchmarking safety can deliver tangible advantages.<\/p>\n<p>You can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Improve your internal and external reputation \u2013 this is important in an increasingly transparent business world when trust is vital for customers and recruitment.<\/li>\n<li>Learn from others \u2013 save time, money and avoid mistakes. No need to reinvent the wheel!<\/li>\n<li>Develop relationships with customers, suppliers and your competition. Become better together.<\/li>\n<li>Find out where you stand \u2013 are you the best, or is there room for improvement?<\/li>\n<li>Save money \u2013 think reduced insurance premiums, increased productivity and reduced staff turnover.<\/li>\n<li>Improve overall management of health and safety and reduce risks to employees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What\u2019s In It For You?<\/h3>\n<p>Being seen as the best in your industry is an attractive prospect! Benchmarking can help you achieve this. But it can also help you meet your safety responsibilities in a much more effective, efficient way.<\/p>\n<p>Start with desired outcomes. Imagine the benefits of benchmarking. Do you want to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>achieve recognition from safety authorities?<\/li>\n<li>better understand effective safety management systems?<\/li>\n<li>overcome complacency about safety at work?<\/li>\n<li>build and bolster commitment to improve safety management?<\/li>\n<li>achieve great leaps in safety performance?<\/li>\n<li>identify, understand and implement best practices?<\/li>\n<li>develop a shared vision for safety among your people?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Benchmarking can help you do all of these vital things, and more. So, how do you get started with this tool?<\/p>\n<h3>1, 2, 3 Your Way To Better Safety Management<\/h3>\n<p>Ready to make improvements? Then it\u2019s time to get started! A general process for benchmarking safety management will look like this.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Analyse where you are at present.<\/li>\n<li>Select partners to collaborate with: be they competitors, stakeholders, or clients.<\/li>\n<li>Work together to compare and share.<\/li>\n<li>Reflect on your findings.<\/li>\n<li>Put your findings into action.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Point #5 Is What Will Lead To Real Improvement<\/h3>\n<p>Benchmarking is not just about comparing data or copying your competitors. It\u2019s about continuously learning \u2013 and then acting on the lessons learned.<\/p>\n<p><em>Benchmarking<\/em> is a means to an end, not an end in itself.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a powerful tool for continuous improvement in safety management at your enterprise. Your findings may also lead you to decide to purchase new equipment, allocate more resources to training, or improve monitoring practices.<\/p>\n<p>Benchmarking can also emphasise that safety is everyone\u2019s responsibility, and always central to business operations. Sharing your findings with key stakeholders can facilitate positive change in company safety.<\/p>\n<h3>Find Your Benchmark<\/h3>\n<p>Now that you know all about the benefits of benchmarking, it\u2019s time to get started.<\/p>\n<p>Are you ready to gather information and improve safety for your team?<\/p>\n<p>While powerful, benchmarking can be a time consuming task. Especially if you aren\u2019t really sure where to start or which tools will help you find the information you seek.<\/p>\n<p>With our safety devices and health and safety planning for lone workers, Direct Safety can support you in your safety benchmarking journey. Get in touch with us to discover how we can help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traditionally, a benchmark is a reference point used in the process of surveying. But, that\u2019s not all it is. 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