According to Deloitte's internal research, the foundation of integrated operations thinking was built about 60 years ago, but the mining industry only began pursuing these concepts in the past decade. That means most organizations are still involved in early-stage efforts, with integrated operations focused on optimizing the …
1. Transition to a low-carbon economy. Demand for most minerals is projected to be high in order to achieve the energy transition. While fossil fuels have helped to improve living standards around the world since the 18th century, their associated greenhouse gas emissions have led to global warming.
In the mining industry, as a dangerous industry related to the specifics of its production, in particular, the process of risk management and analysis should be taken into account. One of the main ...
By improving asset management and maintenance, mining companies can lower costs and risks while boosting productivity and safety. Here are five benefits of better asset management. 1.Reduced maintenance spend. The most obvious way that better asset management can benefit a mining operation is by reducing the amount you spend on …
January 18, 2023. •. 3 mins to read. A quality management system is a systematic approach to managing the processes and practices that ensure that products and services meet certain standards of quality. By implementing a quality management system, operations managers in the mining industry can improve product consistency and …
Industries such as manufacturing and business services saw a steady improvement in productivity and efficiency over the last 25 years. However, the mining industry did not experience this same ...
BPM is an integral part of everything we do and bundles together elements of process lifecycle management, process mining and process automation into one. A holistic approach to BPM allows us to manage the flow of data and bring people, process and technology closer together to drive 360° Value. We embed BPM into the full range of ...
Business improvement in the mining and metals industry. October 2009. Journal- South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy 109 (10):621-628. License. CC …
51 Citations. 46 Altmetric. 4 Mentions. Explore all metrics. Abstract. Innovation plays a critical role in the mining industry as a tool to improve the efficiency …
3 Best Practices Mining Companies Can Borrow From Formula 1 Racing "Business Improvement has two steps; measure the gaps and do something about it." Graham Lumley, Director Mining Intelligence and Benchmarking, PwC Australia. In 1950, a Formula 1 racing pit stop took an average of 67 seconds to do their job.
discuss trends in mining productivity that it reveals, and offer recommendations on how the industry can improve performance. Importantly, our research shows that some mining companies are already turning around productivity performance, indicating that improvement is possible, and that there is room for improvement throughout the …
Business processes are the lifeblood of a business and the telecommunications industry is no exception. As many companies, especially telcos, are focused on digitizing existing business processes, process mining is exceedingly important. In fact, the global process mining software market is projected to grow from …
to receive more business insights, analysis, and perspectives from Deloitte Insights. As companies take steps to mitigate risks in the mining supply chain, the focus has begun to shift from a cost and …
For more information on continuous improvement and Government funding within the mining sector call AMSaxum at 905-315-6847 or contact us here . There are multiple opportunities for cost reduction and the creation of value within the mining industry. Lean six sigma provides the tools.
A mining EMS can cover all aspects of operations, from exploration to closure. Unfortunately, international standards, which are designed generically and, hence, only provide general guidance, lend little in the way of methods to implement a practical industry-specific EMS—in this case, for mining.
Several major mining firms have established centralized coordination and support for operational control and business improvement activities in operations …
First, mining companies find it challenging to execute any of these improvements, let alone four at the same time. Also, let's recall the trade-offs between productivity-improvement levers. For example, running old equipment instead of buying new assets saves capital costs but may result in higher operating costs for maintenance.
As young people increasingly prioritise sustainability in their investment choices, mining firms will need to adapt to higher standards of responsibility. Responsible mining practices are becoming increasingly …
THE MINING INDUSTRY IS KNOWN FOR FACING CONTINUAL UNCERTAINTY AND VOLATILITY, MAKING IT IMPERATIVE FOR MINING COMPANIES TO IDENTIFY AND IMPLEMENT STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE COST REDUCTION AND OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN HEALTHY PROFITABILITY …
Events affecting mining companies during the past few years have resulted in significant property damage and business interruption losses. There is increasing pressure to recoup lost revenues and costs, which can strongly impact your ability to compete, meet shareholder's expectations, and maintain the confidence and support of your Board of ...
KPMG's Operational Excellence Framework helps mining / resource companies gain a strong position in markets, become industry leaders by EBITDA, retain a leading …
Camunda. Description: Camunda is an open-source software company providing process automation with a developer-friendly approach that is standards-based, highly scalable, and collaborative for business and IT. The vendor offers visibility into business operations and improves system resilience.
Companies must commit to transforming their management systems to nurture innovation and embrace change and technology. For example, a mining company that is using advanced analytics to increase yield and throughput also needs to modify how metallurgists, plant operators, and maintainers work together to embed the new tools and …
In Deloitte's report on the mining industry trends of 2016, it was noted that, "Some miners have realized energy savings of 10% to 40% by investing in renewable energy installations, deploying ...
The paper concludes by presenting a case study of two Canadian mining companies, Rio Algom and Placer Dome Inc. — the management of both of which has been active in improving the sustainability of mine operations — in an attempt to illustrate how selected mining companies are embracing sustainable development at the …
Metegrity is an industry leader in asset integrity management software for asset intensive industries. Our suite of inspection data management software (IDMS) modules utilizes built-in RBI capabilities for clients with pipelines, plants and facilities. Our flagship product, Visions Enterprise®, currently protects over $550 billion in assets ...
It is particularly crucial in the mining industry, where the optimal use of assets is vital due to the extensive and intensive nature of operations. In the mining industry, practices revolve around the efficient and effective management of assets from acquisition and operation, to maintenance and eventual decommissioning.
Here we'll examine how Lean management principles can lay the foundation for sustainable, long-term success in the mining industry. KEY OPPORTUNITIES TO HARNESS THE POWER OF LEAN …
The first step to unlocking value through operational excellence is to embed a clear purpose and clearly defined systems to support cultural enablers, continuous improvement, and enterprise alignment. Mining companies can consider the following actions in five focus areas as a way to … See more
Introduction. Mineral extraction and processing represents a common enterprise activity associated with specific risks. Mining enterprises are oriented by profit, capital …
This video from Mining showcases the continuous improvement program at the Mogalakwena open-pit platinum mine in South Africa. The program was designed to increase shovel availability and reduce maintenance and repair costs. One focus was increasing the 9-hour mean time between failures for bucket and hydraulic hose failures.
The aim is to improve the efficiency of day-to-day stoping activities using a project management approach. The day-to-day operations are guided by a definite goal – achieving the most effective ...
Like many in the mining industry, AMC follows the Deming cycle (also known as the plan, do, check, act or PDCA cycle) to guide business improvement (BI). This consists of the following steps: Plan – define the problem to be addressed, collect relevant data, and ascertain the problem's root cause. Do – develop and implement a solution ...
Based on our benchmarking, we observe a global average overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) performance of 27 percent for …
A study conducted at 22 operating mines in the southern African region indicated that each mine employs about five management and improvement methods with roots in the manufacturing industry.
Regarding sustainable water use, the mining industry can also improve the management of this resource by using water from desalination of sea water as process water, and a combination of conventional (chemical) and/or alternative processes (ion exchange, electrochemical treatment, nanofiltration, reverse osmosis, biological …