In today’s dynamic market, staying compliant with evolving safety regulations is paramount. For leaders in mining and metals, navigating the complexities of product regulations across different countries and languages is critical to reputational integrity, market access and smooth supply chain operations. 

A global leader in this industry recently approached its compliance challenges by leveraging Sphera’s Product Compliance Software to establish a robust Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring and management system. The solution streamlines content creation and management, ensures the accuracy of SDSs and eliminates the risk of noncompliance. 

Now this mining and metals giant is proficient at SDS creation and promotes a culture of safety and compliance that strengthens its market position.   

IN THIS CASE STUDY

Highlights

Standardized and enhanced quality of Safety Data Sheets across global enterprise 

Streamlined work process by automating distribution of SDS with products and enabling operational staff to support SDS authoring 

Fostered a culture of safety and compliance that strengthens market position 

Challenges

1

Manual, time-intensive processes reliant on Word and Excel 

2

Risk of market exclusion and reputational damage 

3

Constantly shifting regulatory landscape 

4

Increasingly complex language requirements 

Solution

SPHERA’S PRODUCT COMPLIANCE SOFTWARE 

Understanding the intricacies of global safety regulations is essential for any organization. Noncompliance can lead to severe consequences, including hefty fines, operational disruptions and reputational damage. Sphera’s software empowers companies to achieve and maintain compliance, safeguard their reputation and ensure continued market access. 

Within the company, the use of Sphera’s Product Compliance Software, particularly the Intelligent Authoring Module, was instrumental in establishing its product stewardship team’s reputation as the foremost authority for accurate safety data sheets. Sales, marketing and shipping teams can now operate in confidence knowing that the content they create is accurate and distributed to all personnel. This helps cultivate a safety culture where employees are actively engaged in safety practices, leading to a reduction in accidents and injuries. 

Externally, Sphera’s solution helps the company build credibility with suppliers and vendors. It also makes it possible to effectively challenge classifications and validate external SDSs. This instills vendor confidence in the safe management of materials and ensures strict compliance with even the most rigorous regulatory requirements.  

By leveraging Sphera’s solution, this global mining leader has unlocked a winning formula: efficient SDS creation, a safe work environment, strengthened relationships throughout the supply chain and unwavering adherence to global safety regulations. This powerful combination positions the company for continued success in the international marketplace. 

Results

By leveraging Sphera’s Intelligent Authoring Solution, this company embraced a systematic method for creating SDSs and improving regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.  

Moreover, they enhanced their adaptability and credibility. Through Sphera’s multilingual features and regular compliance updates, the brand was able to streamline compliance with global regulations, leading to expanded market reach, heightened sales opportunities and a prominent competitive standing.

“As a product steward, I’m more confident in our ability to comply with global regulations, and I believe that we’re now in a stronger position to enter new markets. The Sphera product has enabled us to be more efficient and more competitive. – Product Steward

Global, industry-leading mining company
40
Annual revenue
200000
Employees
30
Operations around the world
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