Twind

Case Study

How Quimetal Optimized Contractor Control with Twind

Discover how a leading company in the chemical sector has achieved contractor control with Twind's contractor management software

"If I had to recommend Twind to someone in my sector, I would tell them it is an excellent option for contractor management."If I had to recommend Twind to someone in my sector, I would tell them it is an excellent option for contractor management. It is very intuitive, easy to implement and has a very low cost. It has proven to be a valuable tool that effectively simplifies contractor control."

Ricardo Arenas Muñoz, Head of General Services at Quimetal

About Quimental Chile

Quimetal Industrial S.A. is a Chilean company with more than 70 years of experience in the manufacturing of chemical products for various national and international industries. Founded in 1951, Quimetal offers solutions in key areas such as phytosanitary products and agricultural fertilizers, products for the wine industry, animal feed, cellulose, and mining.

Its operations are carried out across four production plants located in different areas of Chile, supplying the various industries that operate throughout the country. Quimetal is certified under ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.

With 380 employees and a network of 60 contractor companies, Quimetal faced complex challenges in contractor control and document management associated with compliance with tax, subcontracting, and occupational health and safety regulations.

The Challenge

Before implementing Twind, Quimetal faced several obstacles in managing its contractors:

Ineffective System

The previous system lacked traceability, which generated operational inefficiencies and caused them to assume significant risks as well as joint and subsidiary liability.

Contractor Validation


Contractor validation was only carried out at the time of entry, without any ongoing monitoring.

Documentation Problems

Managing large files, exchanging documentation by email, outdated records on paper and in Excel, and the lack of an integrated system all complicated document management.

The Solution

Quimetal chose Twind to transform its contractor control, and the results have been exceptional.

"The ease of use and the ability to integrate all documentation in one place are aspects we truly value. Twind has made contractor control much more efficient and less stressful."

Ricardo Arenas Muñoz, Head of General Services at Quimetal

Key Features of Twind

  • Efficient Access Control: Twind efficiently integrates access control with document management. This ensures that access for employees, machinery, and vehicles is restricted to those whose documentation is in order. No paper records, no non-compliance.
  • Total Control: It provides a complete visitor log, including the reason for their visit, as well as entry and exit times, facilitating access control.
  • Risk Reduction: It provides a global view of the subcontracting chain, reducing associated risks before your contractors access your facilities.
  • Comprehensive Reports: It generates detailed reports and specific records that facilitate compliance, auditing, and analysis of relevant data for contractor control.
  • Document Management: Twind verifies that employees, machinery, and vehicles comply with legal and safety requirements, thus supporting Quimetal in the outsourcing of administrative and financial processes, while improving compliance across its entire subcontracting chain.


Document Management to Reduce Risks

Contractor control through Twind not only facilitates document management, but also ensures compliance with labor, tax, employer, occupational health and safety, and sustainability regulations.


Twind digitally verifies that employees, machinery, and vehicles comply with legal and safety requirements, supporting Quimetal in the outsourcing of administrative processes, while improving visibility across its subcontracting chain.

What They Like Most About Twind

Ricardo Arenas Muñoz, Head of General Services at Quimetal, highlights:

  • Document Review and Approval: The Twind platform simplifies document management, making contractor control more efficient and far less complicated.
  • Single Communication Channel with Contractors: The ability to manage all documentation in a single module, using filters and search tools, optimized our daily operations in contractor control.
  • Smart Access Control: The integration of access control with document management has significantly improved security at Quimetal.
  • Intuitive Interface and Technical Support: The ease of use and the quick response from technical support have been fundamental to a fast, successful implementation and smooth ongoing management.

"Twind has transformed our document management. The ease of use and technical support have been key to improving our operations. We now have a clear and detailed view of regulatory compliance, which gives us great peace of mind."

Ricardo Arenas Muñoz, Head of General Services at Quimetal

Result

Since the implementation of Twind, Quimetal has experienced significant improvements in contractor control:

  • Traceability and Regulatory Compliance: Better monitoring and security in contractor control.
  • Reduction of Active Workers: From 1,200 to 250 contractor workers authorized to operate in its facilities, ensuring a safer and more regulated environment in its work centers.
  • Optimization of Document Management: The platform has enabled more effective administration, reducing the time Quimetal's team spends on manual tasks and increasing accuracy in regulatory compliance.

Why Choose Twind for Contractor Control?

Twind is the ideal solution for those looking for an efficient and cost-effective way to manage contractors. Its integration of access control with document management, along with its ease of use and technical support, provides a complete solution to optimize administration and ensure regulatory compliance.


Additional Benefits


  • Compliance with Subcontracting Law
  • Prevention of Fines in Audits
  • Reduction of Subsidiary Claims
  • Centralized Access to Contractor Information
  • Elimination of Administrative Burden
  • Increased Safety in the Work Environment
  • Savings in Implementation Costs and Time

Interested in Learning More?

Discover how Twind can transform contractor control in your company. Contact us today for a free demonstration and start enjoying the benefits that Quimetal is already experiencing.

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