Combining AI and a Connected Workforce for Workplace Safety and Optimization
Ensuring Cold Stress Safety and Manpower Capacity Monitoring with Face Recognition Technology at Swift
Customer Case: Swift
Managing a large workforce in the food processing industry, especially under Brazil's stringent NR36 regulations, is a significant challenge. NR36 aims to protect workers' health and safety in meat processing plants by enforcing strict guidelines on exposure times, rest breaks, thermal comfort, PPE, and medical monitoring. To comply with these regulations, Swift has implemented an innovative solution using face recognition technology integrated with SmartXHUB, transforming workforce management for over 500 employees working in three shifts at its initial plant.
Swift, a subsidiary of JBS S.A., is a major player in the global food industry, specializing in high-quality meat products, including beef, pork, poultry, and lamb. Headquartered in Brazil, Swift operates over 500 stores and multiple production centers across the country. The company employs approximately 90,000 people worldwide and has a significant presence in key markets across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Swift processes millions of animals annually, providing a wide range of fresh and processed meat products to both retail and foodservice customers.
The Challenge
Compliance with NR36 regulations is essential for Swift, as it involves ensuring worker safety while effectively managing the schedules, productivity, and well-being of hundreds of employees across various shifts. It is critical to monitor individual and collective risks, manage entry and exit times, and ensure necessary breaks to maintain a safe and productive environment. Additionally, addressing legal issues arising from occupational disease claims requires strict adherence to safety standards to mitigate legal and financial liabilities.
The Solution
Swift has embraced SmartXHUB, an advanced workforce management system utilizing face recognition technology. This system integrates seamlessly with the company’s HR solutions, providing a comprehensive approach to managing worker schedules, productivity, and safety.
Key components of the solution include:
- Face Recognition Technology: Workers are authenticated through face recognition, allowing real-time tracking of their movements and activities.
- Integrated Management Dashboard: A centralized dashboard, accessible via a smartphone app, provides managers with real-time data on worker attendance, productivity, and compliance with safety regulations.
- Legal Compliance and Documentation: The system maintains detailed records of safety practices and NR36 compliance, reducing vulnerability to legal claims related to occupational diseases.
- Productivity Monitoring: The system tracks productivity metrics, allowing managers to identify inefficiencies and optimize performance.
Key Benefits of SmartXHUB for Marfrig Foods
- Real-Time Monitoring and Compliance: Face recognition technology enables precise tracking of worker movements, ensuring compliance with NR36 regulations by monitoring exposure times, break periods, and PPE usage.
- Enhanced Safety and Risk Management: The system tracks individual and collective risks, helping prevent accidents and health issues by ensuring adherence to safety protocols and mandated breaks.
- Seamless HR Integration: SmartXHUB integrates with HR systems to manage worker schedules, certifications, and training, ensuring all personnel are qualified and compliant with safety standards.
- Operational Efficiency: Real-time data and insights allow managers to optimize workforce deployment, monitor productivity, and respond quickly to issues, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Legal Risk Mitigation: Detailed documentation and real-time compliance monitoring significantly reduce exposure to legal claims related to worker health and safety.
- Boosted Productivity: Productivity monitoring capabilities help managers identify inefficiencies and implement improvements for optimal performance.
- Paperless Operations: Automated time sheet management eliminates extensive manual paperwork, streamlining processes and reducing administrative burdens.
- Advanced Analytics with PowerBI: Integration with PowerBI provides advanced analytics and data visualization, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
Implementation and Results
The deployment of SmartXHUB at Swift involved thorough testing and validation to ensure the system’s reliability and effectiveness in real-world conditions. This implementation included equipping the facility with face recognition cameras, installing strategic monitoring points, and integrating the system with the existing HR platform.
The results have been remarkable:
- Improved Compliance and Safety: Adherence to NR36 regulations has significantly reduced safety incidents, with all workers maintaining up-to-date certifications and training.
- Enhanced Monitoring: Real-time tracking and automated alerts provide comprehensive visibility of worker movements and safety status, enabling quick responses to potential hazards.
- Increased Operational Efficiency: The system reduces paperwork and administrative burdens, allowing staff to focus on critical tasks and improve overall productivity.
- Legal Risk Mitigation: Thorough documentation and real-time compliance monitoring significantly reduce exposure to legal claims related to worker health and safety.
- Boosted Productivity: Productivity monitoring helps managers optimize performance and address inefficiencies.
Conclusion
Swift’s adoption of SmartXHUB’s face recognition-enabled solution marks a significant advancement in workforce management and safety in the food processing industry. By ensuring compliance with NR36 regulations and integrating with HR systems, this technology enhances worker safety, productivity, and operational efficiency while mitigating legal risks. For more insights into how SmartXHUB can transform your workforce management, visit our website and explore our comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the food processing industry.
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