IoT Innovators: How SAS Is Transforming Worker Safety with AI

bkooman — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:38:38 GMT

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Smarter Safety for Industrial Workers

In fast-paced industrial settings, traditional safety methods can’t keep up. Rising turnover, evolving tech, and operational pressures demand a smarter approach. That’s where SAS steps in.

In this episode of IoT Innovators, discover how SAS uses computer vision, edge AI, and real-time analytics to shift worker safety from reactive to proactive—reducing risk and empowering teams.

The Challenge
Safety isn’t just gear and checklists anymore. With many workers new to the job, risks are rising:

1.5M injury cases reported in 2023 (up 11%)
First-year workers made up 36% of injuries and 34% of claim costs

The SAS Solution
SAS’s Worker Safety platform uses AI and computer vision to detect hazards—like missing PPE or unsafe behavior—in real time. One customer saw an 80% drop in incidents after adopting SAS analytics.

Why SAS Stands Out

Real-world training: Models built in SAS’s own warehouse
Multi-source data: Cameras, wearables, PLCs, and more
Privacy-first: No blanket surveillance—just targeted insights

Live Demo Highlights

Fast deployment (Docker-based)
Millisecond alert latency
No facial recognition; optional face blurring
Monthly model updates, including forklift safety

What’s Next
SAS is expanding into forklift risk detection and exploring Generative AI for smarter alert summaries.

Bottom Line
Safety is more than compliance—it’s a strategic advantage. SAS helps protect workers and future-proof operations.

Visit SAS’s Industrial AI Center in Building LW at SAS HQ or contact Bobby Shkolnikov (Bobby.Shkolnikov@sas.com) for a demo.

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