In today’s construction landscape, complexity is the norm. Projects are larger, timelines tighter, and the stakes higher than ever. With labor shortages, evolving regulations, and rising costs, construction leaders are under pressure to deliver safer, more profitable builds without sacrificing speed or quality. Yet many teams are still relying on outdated tools and fragmented systems to manage risk. Spreadsheets, manual workflows, and siloed data may have worked in the past, but they’re no match for the demands of modern construction. To stay competitive, companies need a smarter, more connected approach. The Cost of Disconnected Risk Management Construction accounts for nearly 20% of workplace fatalities, despite representing less than 5% of the workforce. That’s a sobering statistic and a clear signal that traditional safety and baseline compliance strategies aren’t enough. Disjointed systems make it difficult to see the full picture. When incident reports, insurance documentation, and compliance records live in separate platforms, or even on paper, teams lose valuable time chasing down information. Risks go unnoticed. Issues escalate. And decisions are made reactively, rather than proactively. Add in the challenges of managing hundreds of active projects, each with its own subcontractors, equipment, location attributes, and regulatory requirements, and it’s easy to see how even small gaps in visibility can lead to big problems. Connecting Risk to Business Goals Risk management isn’t just about avoiding accidents or fines. It’s about building resilience. When safety, insurance, and compliance data are unified, leaders can make faster, smarter decisions that protect workers, reduce delays, and improve profitability. This kind of alignment supports broader business goals: Efficiency: Automating repetitive tasks frees up time and reduces errors. Resilience: Real-time insights help teams respond quickly to emerging risks. Leadership: Centralized data empowers executives to guide strategy with confidence. What Modern Risk Management Looks Like Integrated Risk Management (IRM) brings together three critical disciplines: RMIS (Risk Management Information Systems): Centralizes incident, claim, and exposure data. EHS (Environment, Health & Safety): Supports safety programs and compliance tracking. GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance): Aligns regulatory adherence with organizational goals. When these systems work together, construction companies gain a holistic view of risk across their entire portfolio. They can track insurance documentation, automate compliance workflows, and eliminate data silos, all from a single platform. Origami’s cloud-based IRM solution is purpose-built for this kind of integration. It enables: Real-time visibility into safety and compliance issues. Automation of risk-related tasks across claims, policies, and exposures. Simplified regulatory reporting for OSHA, EPA, and other agencies. Better coordination between field teams and office staff. Lower insurance costs through improved risk mitigation. Making IRM Tangible: A Real-World Example Take McCarthy, one of the largest construction firms in the U.S. By adopting Origami’s IRM platform, McCarthy streamlined risk identification, automated follow-ups, and gained clear visibility across hundreds of projects. The result? Fewer delays, safer jobsites, and more confident decision-making. The Path Forward IRM doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing transformation. Construction companies can implement it in phases, based on their priorities and readiness. What matters most is starting the journey because the risks of standing still are too great. As construction output continues to grow and workforce challenges intensify, leaders must rethink how they manage risk. A unified, data-driven approach isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s a competitive advantage. Ready to build smarter? Explore how Origami’s integrated risk management platform can help your team stay safe, compliant, and profitable today and into the future. Learn more about our construction solutions.