3 persistent misconceptions
are undermining
industrial risk strategies
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Our processes can be perfected
We just need to stick to the plan
Unreliable people cause failures
MISCONCEPTION #1
Process
Processes can be perfected and should
deliver 100% reliability
Discovery
Key intangibles drive your performance.
Perceiving these factors creates new levers
of control.
MISCONCEPTION #2
Plan
Going off script should be avoided at all
costs.
100% compliance is the goal
Discovery
Adaptation, in the face of the unforeseen
or undesirable, is key to performance.
MISCONCEPTION #3
People
People are the problem in industrial safety
& performance
Discovery
People are not just part of the solution,
people are the only solution
Looking deeper reveals key insights
Performance is driven by what you can't see.
Safety as planned only predicts 58% of our capacity of adapt.front-line operators express concerns while senior leaders remain confident.
investment in engineering design elements yield only modest improvements
in performance and safety.unseen organizational performance factors offer new levers of control.
Diverging Risk Perspectives:
Front-line Wary, Leaders Confident
This gap impacts critical but unseen performance factors like culture, communication flow, trust levels, and sound judgment. By improving alignment, enhancing communication, and building effective teams, organizations can unlock greater operational resilience and drive sustainable success.
Risks are properly managed before work begins.
My leaders identify potential production performance issues before problems arise.
I am prepared to safely handle contingencies or emergencies related to my work.
Industry attention is unbalanced
& investment is falling short
Safety as planned only predicts 58% of adaptation
Individual Performance
contributes just 1% to the overall improvement in performance rates, underscoring the substantial impact of the organizational environment on the workforce.
Asset Integrity
contributing only 8% to design reliability, is recognized as a lesser driver for adaptation. Its benefits to safety performance improves only when combined with investments in other design and organizational initiatives.
Resources in the right place
predict performance gains
Navigating the ever-changing terrain of dynamic operations demands agility and foresight. High-risk industry insights indicate that organizational factors significantly improve and predict improved performance.
Incremental Impact of Top Performance Drivers
Organizational Alignment
Organizational alignment ensures that adaptive strategies are unified and directed toward common goals.
Safety Culture
A strong safety culture creates a secure and risk-aware environment.
Teamwork
Collaboration fosters innovation and efficiency in organizations.
Balanced Leadership
Balanced leadership ensures consistent and effective decision-making.
Engaged Workforce
An engaged workforce drives productivity and morale.
Planning & Control
Proper planning and control minimize risks and optimize outcomes.