Ideagen, a global leader in health, safety, and risk management software, has acquired WorkSafe Guardian, an Australian company that specializes in lone-worker safety solutions. This acquisition strengthens Ideagen’s portfolio of environmental, health, safety, and quality (EHSQ) products and expands its reach within the Asia-Pacific region.
The growing need for effective safety systems for lone workers is becoming increasingly critical, with an estimated 15% of the global workforce classified as lone workers. This acquisition enables Ideagen to offer innovative solutions aimed at protecting workers who face unique safety challenges due to their environments or the isolation of their work.
WorkSafe Guardian provides an app-based safety solution that includes 24/7 monitoring, real-time emergency response, and reporting capabilities. These features will be integrated into Ideagen’s broader EHS platform, improving risk management and compliance processes for businesses across various industries, including healthcare, construction, and agriculture.
This is the fifth acquisition for Ideagen in 2025, further solidifying its commitment to expanding its global EHS capabilities. The acquisition of WorkSafe Guardian complements Ideagen’s recent purchases, including Beakon and Damstra, reinforcing the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in high-risk sectors.
Ben Dorks, Ideagen CEO, said: “Lone workers are often the most vulnerable of any workforce, either because they are going into unpredictable environments or because it’s difficult to alert help if they get into difficulty.
“Organizations have a duty to protect their people but this is a challenge when the nature of their work takes them into situations they can’t control. For industries like health and social care, agriculture or construction, this is a daily occurrence.
“The addition of WorkSafe Guardian to our portfolio demonstrates our commitment to investing in powerful safety solutions that help businesses protect their staff and operations and address a growing segment of worker safety concern.”
Greg Lindner, co-founder and director of WorkSafe Guardian, said: “Joining Ideagen represents an important milestone for WorkSafe Guardian. It provides us with an incredible opportunity to bring our innovative solutions to a much broader global audience, while also enabling us to offer our customers an expanded portfolio of tools and resources to address their compliance needs.
“We’re excited to combine our expertise with Ideagen’s global network and industry-leading solutions, ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional value and support to our clients.”
