EcoOnline: A Leader in Review of Global EHS Software Vendors

Conducting a thorough report every year, Verdantix is well-known for its in-depth review of popular EHS software providers focusing on the “breadth and depth of software functionality” and “strategic success factors” such as brand preference, vision and strategy, installed customer base, and many others. This year, the report showcased 22 vendors with similar products who were evaluated based on a 383-point questionnaire, three-hour live demonstrations, interviews with customers in high-risk industries, and a global survey of 301 EHS leaders in 31 countries, spanning 25 industries. Based on the results of this in-depth assessment, companies are categorized into 1 of 4 quadrants, as Innovators, Challengers, Specialists, or Leaders.  

This year, EcoOnline has moved from its position of Challenger in 2019 to Leader in 2021! So, what does this mean? This means safety leaders can look to us to solve their safety issues, as we have expanded our offerings and worked to continuously improve our products to meet the needs of a changing world. By creating innovative solutions, we are able to help you create better workplaces by keeping people safe, reducing risks and simplifying processes through our expert teams and technology.  

Within the report, Verdantix highlighted EcoOnline as a leader in training management, chemicals management and contractor safety.  

Why? Let’s break it down: 

1. Training Management

According to the Verdantix report, “EHS training content and related support has emerged as a differentiator.” EcoOnline has been recognized as a leader in this sphere for its over 200 e-Learning courses, which offer information on a range of topics from COVID-19 Preparedness for Employers and Employees to Hazard Recognition Interactive Training. Safety leaders can upload custom orientations and gain complete transparency into employee certifications to make sure all workers are always up to date with the latest information.  

2. Chemicals Management

Within the EcoOnline portfolio, you can find Sypol, a Control of Substances Hazards to Health Regulations (COSHH) software. This allows safety professionals to protect workers with access to Safety Data Sheets and several chemicals and spills management and compliance offerings, allowing you to reduce risks related to hazardous substances. Placed within the top third of the 22 vendors assessed in the report, EcoOnline is paving the way with its dedication to over 800 organizations. 

3.  Contractor Safety Management

With the second highest score in contractor safety management, EcoOnline is leading the way among EHS software vendors with SafeContractor. Focused on assessing and ensuring compliance among contractors on-site, this solution reduces the administrative burden of keeping track of contractors and their accreditation. ContractorCheck, is another similar product within the EcoOnline suite of products that has been streamlining the sourcing, accreditation, and safety compliance management of contractors for over a decade.  

EcoOnline has been committed to protecting people in high-risk industries since 1979. Growing year after year, EcoOnline has expanded its portfolio of products with acquisitions in North America and the UK to offer safety excellence to over 40,000 customers worldwide and counting. 

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