Holywood Golf Club Stay Ahead with Safety and Compliance

Holywood Golf Club, renowned for its rich history and famous alumni like Rory McIlroy,
continues to uphold high standards in course maintenance and club safety with the
integration of the award-winning, digital safety and compliance platform, Obbi.
Both Phillip Shields, Greenkeeper, and Stuart Cameron, Maintenance Manager, have
highlighted significant improvements in efficiency, communication, and safety since adopting
Obbi.

Enhanced Training and Compliance

Phillip Shields, Greenkeeper at Holywood Golf Club, emphasised the value of Obbi’s training
resources. “The introduction videos were great with Obbi—really self-explanatory. They were
particularly helpful for some of the older staff members who weren’t up to date with current
regulations,”. He highlighted how Obbi’s user-friendly interface has raised awareness and
adherence to essential health and safety standards, such as proper rest periods and
equipment handling protocols.

Streamlined Maintenance Reporting

One of the most impactful features, according to Phillip, is Obbi’s efficient maintenance
reporting system. “Before Obbi, the checklist wasn’t there to check the machines after use.
Now, I can report an issue instantly by taking a photo and uploading it to Obbi. This visibility
means issues are addressed much faster, improving overall efficiency”. This capability has
fostered a proactive maintenance culture, with daily checks becoming a routine that ensures
the golf course remains in pristine condition.

Improved Communication and Accountability

Stuart Cameron, Holywood Golf Club’s Maintenance Manager, echoed Philip’s sentiments,
emphasising the enhanced communication Obbi has facilitated. “Communication is the
biggest change we have noticed because everything goes on to Obbi. Everyone can see
everything instantly, which helps us get things done quicker”. He underscored the
importance of consistent procedures and checklists, drawing from his extensive experience
in the Prison Service where meticulous record-keeping was crucial.

Digital Transformation Benefits for Holywood Golf Club

Stuart also highlighted the broader advantages of digital transformation with Obbi. “The
paper trail is reduced because everything’s digitised and on the platform. It’s helped me with
multiple external bodies such insurers and licensing. This transition to digital has not only
streamlined operations but also provided robust documentation that supports regulatory
compliance and risk management.”

A Call to Action

Reflecting on over a year of using Obbi, Stuart highly recommends the solution to other
clubs. “I suggest you take Obbi on. The help and support from the Customer Success Team
was fantastic. It actually makes life easier,” he affirmed, noting the substantial improvements
in safety, accountability and team performance since its implementation.
The integration of Obbi has significantly contributed to these efforts, ensuring the club
remains a benchmark of excellence in the golfing community.

About Obbi

Obbi is a pioneering digital platform designed to streamline compliance, safety, and training
processes across the club industry by enhancing efficiency, communication, accountability,
and most importantly, safety culture.

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