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Welcome to the MineWarp Podcast where global thought leaders discuss mining's digital transformation with hosts Empie Strydom and Jean Roux.
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As we are exposed more and more to technology and smart technology, how can we ensure we display human qualities such as creativity and curiosity? How can we embrace fast-changing trends in our enterprises to become more efficient? The physical therapist turned health and safety advocate Cameron Stevens shares his thoughts on how to close the gap between digital strategy, health and safety and what users actually want from their digital tools.
Whether for trains, cars or fresh water, tunnels must be built quickly, safely, and made to last. We look at solutions that connect and orchestrate people, machines and tasks and improve productivity and safety in the process.Our guests Frederik Oberg and Hakan Bolsoy from Epiroc's Mobilaris Tunneling Intelligence discuss the next generation of decision support systems for efficient tunnelling and construction.
Dive deeper into Proximity Detection, Collision Warning, Collision Avoidance and Collision Prevention Systems with Anton Lourens, CEO of Booyco Electronics. Operational constraints, legal requirements, ergonomics and many other factors must be considered to design the optimal solution to protect people and equipment reliably.
Real-time, in-process inventory data is precious. Adriaan Goosen, (Indurad) explains radar solutions for stockpile volumetrics and visualization, belts volumes and more in harsh industrial conditions.
Maintaining connectivity and knowing where every resource is (and what they are doing) is critical to delivering a successful and safe shift.
"Trustworthy AI does not happen accidentally - it takes deliberate work to thoughtfully expose the internal workings of an AI system to various stakeholders. " So says Stefan van der Stockt, Lead Data Scientist, Master Inventor at IBM Data & AI. You won't want to miss this episode as we discover cognitive biases of AI agents, ethics in AI, and the surprising practical applications already on hand.
Gone are the days of notice boards. Join Chris Potgieter as we talk about two-way digital communication that keeps everyone informed – from the boardroom to the bus stop.
Listen as this week’s guest, Troy Williams discusses topics such as the impact of drilling and fragmentation on the feasibility of a mine, the latest approaches to underground drilling and blasting and leveraging machine learning in the blasting industry.
Nobody wins unless everyone gets home safe. Listen in as real-world technologist, Alex Bertram talks about putting sensors, rather than people in harm’s way and achieving zero harm targets.
Increasing the Speed to Value, and overcoming Adoption Angst are essential ingredients for digital success. Debra Johnson, Senior Strategist - Net Zero and Sustainable Mining, Minerals and Metals at Stantec is an expert in all things innovation and sustainability.
Should geologists still be looking at rocks, or can sensors and Machine Learning do a better job? Mining futurist Gavin Yeates discusses this and other interesting topics about the real Digital Transformation of the mining industry. Don't miss @MineWarp this week!
Value Thinking at a mine is not only about breaking rock or hoisting tons, but rather about considering the whole business with various opportunities to improve. Value engineer and mining executive, Gary Ralph (MineRP) joins the conversation and identifies four distinct areas where clients can find and express value.
By using enterprise models as a reference for standardization, and viewing mining as a process, we can integrate and simplify siloed information in the Mining Industry. Our guest, Mike Woodhall (MineRP) talks about these models, and key considerations when standardizing.
How does the natural resources industry compare to manufacturing when looking at innovation and digitization? There is always a gap between what technology and innovation companies are doing, and what the market is buying, adopting, or implementing. How do we bridge that gap and offer the right solutions to the market? Who is driving the roadmaps to value-added innovation? TILLIT CEO, James Balzary gives his insight on these and related topics in today’s fascinating podcast.
Interested in real risk management? Jacques Wessels, CEO of Sperosens brings awareness to the importance of an integrated fire management philosophy in modern mines. From verifiable safety actions and records to the latest in fire detection, suppression and management, Jacques addresses multiple burning questions in this week’s podcast.
Our guest and automation expert, Vladimir Sysoev is Global Manager for 6th Sense and automation at Epiroc, and he weighs in on the types of efficiency we can expect when implementing automation correctly. Automation does not always mean autonomous vehicles. Rather, automation is a means to increase, improve and be more consistent in every aspect of your operation.
What is a true digital twin and how can we apply it to act as a digital supervisor in the asset (or related) industry? How can you make sure your people and equipment are at the right place at the right time? Our guests, Tony Milton and Leon Cosgrove give their views on these questions and discuss the idea of a digital triplet.
Is your daily production output erratic, unpredictable, and unreliable? Are you under pressure to do more with less?
Our guests Arrie van Niekerk and Callie Roos from Lead4Flow attempts to solve these and other challenges with the theory of constraints. Our question to them; “is this theory still valid given how technology has changed most industries?”
Want to know how to optimize your value chain by using automation and system integration? Do you need to create a safe and efficient operation? Then this is the podcast for you. Listen to our guest speaker Hans Schill from Epiroc’s 6th Sense talk about the impact advanced analytics has on human behavior, mining operations, and the bottom line.
Find out how Hans optimizes customers’ processes by connecting machines, systems, and people using automation, information management, and system integration.
From Building the Most Sustainable mine in the World to ESG and Artificial Intelligence, the MineWarp podcast covered it all. Join hosts Empie Strydom and Jéan Roux as they take a look at how MineWarp has grown, changed, and warped minds over the last year.
They discuss favorite topics, top contributors and look at where listeners are from. We celebrate the years past, and look forward to spending 2022 with all our listeners old and new!
The topic "Artificial Intelligence" and its application to the mining industry and mining's problems is not a new one. Yet, there seems to be a general misunderstanding and even skepticism about the level of success we have been achieving so far. Is this because AI is just another fad? Or are we so focused on the problems we face with AI projects, we can't see the solutions clearly?
AI expert Doctor Ali Soofastaei from Vale joins the conversation with real life examples where artificial intelligence and machine learning is applied in the mining and natural resources industries. He explains the difference and value of each application.
Have questions for Dr Ali? leave them in the comment section below.
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Read some of his publications here: https://soofastaei-publications.com/publications/
Need your mind warped? Andy Sherring from NextGenOpx explains how fully integrated operating models are essential to align everyone and everything on the mine around the business strategy.
In this week’s episode our expert guests from DRA Global, Tertius van Niekerk and Val Coetzee, gives us valuable insight into the latest trends from the industries they service while tapping into the power of technology and digitization. We look at the balance between environment, economics and efficiency while giving investors the actual data they need to satisfy sustainability initiatives and much more!
In our 50th episode we welcome Indrasen Naidoo, Managing Partner of Integral Supply Networks as he shares his view on Human Centric Design in Supply Chains. You'll also learn about digital as an enabler, not a driver of resilience and sustainability in SCM.
Listen to this episode where we learn more about Trevali’s President and CEO Ricus Grimbeek, his passion for safety and why it’s not just about ticking boxes, but creating performance.
In this episode, we are joined by SAP Innovation Evangelist, Futurist, international keynote speaker, and host of The Climate 21, and Digital Supply Chain podcasts – Tom Raftery. Find out what his views are on sustainable supply chains, climate change and how moving to digitization of the supply chain will result in resiliency in times of change.
Links: https://www.climate21podcast.com/ https://www.digitalsupplychainpodcast.com/
Listen to Jamie van Schoor from Dwyka Mining Services as he talks about collecting better data, making better decisions and why collaboration is critical for success in modern mining.
In this episode host, Empie Strydom talks to Mikhail Terletsky, CEO of Match Point, a Russian consulting company, and Alexei Chechin, Project Manager from MineRP to discuss current trends, unique approaches and challenges faced with digital transformation projects in the Russian mining industry.
Focusing on Environmental, Social and Governance objectives is no longer optional. Board members and mining executives alike realize that smart investors expect responsible, sustainable ESG performance.
Find out more in this MineWarp Episode with ESG expert Jacques Erasmus and co-hosts Empie Strydom and Jéan Roux.
Listen to Jannie Potgieter from Collaborit & Ockert van Schalkwyk from MineRP as they discuss optimization through Dynamically Integrated Mining and Engineering and other interesting topics with show host Empie Strydom.
Read more on: www.collaborit.com and www.minerp.com
What happens when a company known for innovation buys a world-renowned integration platform? What happens when two companies with vastly different backgrounds, but with the same vision and culture combines forces to change an industry? Join Mikael Ramstrom (Epiroc VP: Digital Business) and Pieter Nel (MineRP CEO) as they discuss Epiroc's recent acquisition of MineRP and how they plan on transforming the mining industry.
What can we expect from the industry that first had 3D modelling on computers or autonomous equipment? How can one industry be extremely advanced with regards to technological breakthroughs, while lagging adoption? Who are the innovation leaders in mining?
Join Paul Lucey from Project412 and host Empie Strydom as they discuss this fascinating topic!
"Mass customization of the mine design requires flexibility, resilience and adaptability. We need to start solving mining's problems in an agile manner. By building ecosystems and companies with people who has an instinct for collaboration - you will be able to achieve a lot!" - Andy Reynolds, CEO Inspire Resources.
Listen to Andy Reynolds as he discusses this and other interesting topics with guest Mike Woodhall, and show host Jéan Roux.
How do you determine the best tools to provide the best solution for your mining operations? Manie Kriel from VBKOM joins MineRP's discussion on the topic.
Read more about our joint solution here: https://www.minerp.com/vbkom-partnership
Sinisa is back with his views on the short, medium and long term use of AI and ML. How will swarm technology play a role in the industry of tomorrow? Listen to find out!
Show host Empie Strydom talks to AI & ML expert Sinisa Vukovic. They discuss the role of our internal biases play when dealing with these technologies and the difference between interesting and useful data. How badly will AI & ML really disrupt our industries? Tune in, to find out!
Andrew Lane has been a part of the mining industry for a very long time. He is an icon in the industry, a thought leader and today he is our guest! We discuss his views on changing landscapes, the uncertainty after the US election, and moving forward after a year like none before.
Show host Empie Strydom talks to Leon Cosgrove from MineRP. He has been with the company for just over a year now as the General Manager for the Australasia region. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the mining industry and the value of Geologists on your team. Sit back, and relax!
Max Smeiman and Garth Strachan are back for round two! They discuss challenges in the mining supply chain, and what changes we need to make. Join them as they explore the technical requirements that impact digitalisation of the extended Technical Value Chain, building upon the previous podcast, and explain essential technology concepts to enable 4IR.
Interested in more? Read their series in Engineering News here:https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/value-chain-systems-thinking-stuck-in-the-eighties-2020-09-25
What is the secret to driving digitalisation in the mining industry? What are the pitfalls and opportunities? Join thought leaders Corne Yzelle, Carel Anthonissen and Marlise van Zyl as they discuss this interesting topic, and share their experience.
To read the article this podcast is based on - click on this link: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/7-challenges-youll-face-digitalising-mine-corn%C3%A9-yzelle/
Listen to our final Podcast in this series where we talk to our Winner Gary Ralph about his paper, "Unlocking more value from your project front & end loading".
Challenging the status quo - team Australia talks about a game changing approach to resource modelling. By removing the reliance on Block Models by rather using the original Wireframe when estimating is more accurate, faster, inclusive and less complex. Want to challenge their views? Leave your feedback in the comments below.
isten to the introduction podcast here: User-218574647 – Value-paper-competition-introduction
Series Episode 1 with Gary Ralph (What mining clients really want): User-218574647 – 030-value-paper-competition-what-mining-clients-really-want
Series Episode 2: Donald Lekgenge (Data unlocks Value) User-218574647 – 031-value-paper-competition-data-unlocks-value
Value paper competition series - podcast 2 Meet "Digital Geologist" Donald Lekgenge as he discusses the time value of data, why more data isn't always a good thing or even necessary. He explains what data failure points are, and how to best avoid them.
Listen to the introduction podcast here: https://soundcloud.com/user-218574647/value-paper-competition-introduction
Series Episode 1 with Gary Ralph (What mining clients really want): https://soundcloud.com/user-218574647/030-value-paper-competition-what-mining-clients-really-want
Series Episode 3: Team Australia (Why use Block Models) https://soundcloud.com/user-218574647/031-value-paper-competition-why-use-block-models
Value paper competition series - podcast 2 Our hosts, talk to Mining Executive Gary Ralph on his paper "What mining clients really want". He gives great insight into what service providers and consultants think their clients want or need, and what they in fact, actually want or need! Let us know if you think he is right in the comments below!
Read Gary's paper here: https://rb.gy/mvdvus
Listen to our introduction podcast here: https://soundcloud.com/user-218574647/value-paper-competition-introduction
Series Episode 2: Donald Lekgenge (Data unlocks Value) https://soundcloud.com/user-218574647/031-value-paper-competition-data-unlocks-value
Series Episode 3: Team Australia (Why use Block Models) https://soundcloud.com/user-218574647/031-value-paper-competition-why-use-block-models
MineRP hosted a "Value paper competition" recently. Employees were encouraged to enter a whitepaper or thought piece on how clients can unlock additional value from the MineRP platform. Topics ranged from block models to COVID-19 solutions - there was no lack of creativity! During the next few weeks, our hosts Jean and Empie will discuss each paper with its authors. This week we introduce them and their topics to you.
First paper: What mining clients really want - Gary Ralph https://soundcloud.com/user-218574647/030-value-paper-competition-what-mining-clients-really-want
Our guests Max Smeiman and Garth Strachan discuss how the mining technical value chain should be adjusted and what we can learn from the automotive industry.
Read their article: https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/digitalisation-of-the-technical-value-chain-will-help-unlock-performance-based-industrialisation-2020-06-26/
Follow our guests: Max Smeiman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-smeiman-297a131/ Garth Strachan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garth-strachan-593aa134/
The Elytica team doesn't just get excited about algorithms and supercomputers - they also find satisfaction in solving relevant business problems. Join show hosts Empie and Jean as they talk to Fanie Terblanche from Elytica to find out how advance mathematical models can help you meet your business KPI's! Andries Laubser from MineRP joins in to discuss the different ways they are leveraging Elytica's technologies in different industries.
In today’s episode, we are joined by Christian Larsen as we discuss the real reasons behind digital failures and successes, the link between mining and food security, and other interesting, mind-warping topics!
Visit Christian's Vlog, Zero Entry, here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClW1a5zuu9bVZvutZiIo3Fw
In today’s episode Joseph Starwood, Co-Leader for Microsoft’s Worldwide Mining Community, Sean Bredin from BDO and John Megannon from MineRP join show host Empie Strydom to discuss how mining clients can develop a broader strategy around cloud, collaboration, ERP, EAM, mobility, and data integration. Learn what Microsoft’s vision for the future of mining entails, and how MineRP, Microsoft and BDO can help your mine succeed.
In today's episode we are joined by IBM’s Dirk Claessens (Managing Director Global Royal Dutch Shell at IBM) and Vish Narayan (CTO Industrial Sector Analytics/Optimization at IBM) as well as MineRP’s John Megannon (Executive Vice President, Strategy). They talk about how the mining industry can gear itself up for the future, including topics like Watson, artificial intelligence and machine learning in mining, the digital twin, big data issues, IIoT and Short Interval Control - to name a few. Buckle up – it’s going to be an exciting episode!
Want to get in touch? John Megannon (MineRP) - jmegannon@minerp.com Dirk Claessens (IBM) - dirk.a.claessens@be.ibm.com Vish Narayan (IBM) - vishn@us.ibm.com
Show host Jéan Roux, follows up with Johann Riekert after his previous podcast "Financial Integration Code – What and How?". If you missed the previous episode, listen to it here: shorturl.at/uEG23.
In this episode, we look at why activities are not only for financial purposes. The MineRP building blocks enable long term planning (operational and financial), short term planning (operational and financial), execution (operational and financial) and short interval control (operational and financial). One may be the pianist, the other the vocalist, the other the conductor but together it produces a perfectly harmonized melody.
Want to know more? Contact Johann Riekert - jriekert@minerp.com or Jéan Roux - jroux@minerp.com
Show host Jéan Roux, follows up with Johann Riekert after his previous podcast " MineRP Enabled Financial Planning & Control". If you missed the previous episode, listen to it here: https://bit.ly/37a88WS
Today they discuss the use and purpose of the so-called Financial Integration Code (F.I.C) and how features of the MineRP Platform come together with the ERP and FFA and MineRP Work Manager to deliver an integrated planning and execution capability.
Contact Johann Riekert at jriekert@minerp.com
Join show host Jéan Roux as he talks to Marius van Jaarsveld and Reinhard Arndt from Deloitte, with Ockert van Schalkwyk and Anton van der Walt from MineRP as they discuss the integrated Deloitte Clean Cube solution. Modern mining companies all need robust, industry specific ERP functionality, fully integrated with the mining technical domain for planning and operational control. Listen to this episode to find out how MineRP and Deloitte, through the CleanCube configuration turn technology into productivity.
Contact details: Marius van Jaarsveld - marvanjaarsveld@deloitte.ca Ockert van Schalkwyk - ovschalkwyk@minerp.com
Join our show host Empie Strydom as he talks to SAP's Eckhardt Siess (Global Vice President, IBU Mill Products & Mining) and Samir Damag (Senior Director, IBU Mill Products and Mining) along with MineRP's Jéan Roux (SVP: Services, Value & Partners) about delivering an integrated mining enterprise.
In this episode we talk about SAP’s views on the future of mining, industry and approach to innovation and adoption of innovation, working in an ecosystem of partners, the integration of MineRP and SAP (Technical and ERP perspectives on Mine Planning and Operational Control) and an overview of the Intelligent Enterprise.
Join show host Jéan Roux as he talks to Johan Rademan (Global Services Director: Digital Mine at GE Transportation) from GE Transportation/Wabtec about how remote monitoring of assets (fixed and mobile), as well as process monitoring, will improve and add future value for mining clients.
Many mining companies are looking at digital transformation to ensure sustainable shareholder value. But to do this correctly, you need a platform that integrates all current and future expert systems, across the entire value chain, enabling the digital twin and the insight from the mass of data to transform the way you do business.
Get in contact with: Jéan Roux - jroux@minerp.com Gary Ralph - gralph@minerp.com
Listen in as Francois Naudé continues to share his insights in Part Two of this Podcast series. As a General Manager at Mponeng Gold Mine, the world's deepest and possibly most complex Mining Operation(over 4km underground), it’s important to know what’s happening underground with more than 4 500 people employed. In Part Two Francois talks about how he got his team on board with his vision and how the MineRP Platform can assist mining operations with their digitization journey.
Interested in taking the discussion further? Contact them here: Francois Naudé - fnaude@minerp.com Jéan Roux - jroux@minerp.com
Listen in as Francois Naudé shares his insights. As a General Manager at Mponeng Gold Mine, the world's deepest and possibly the most complex Mining Operation in the world (over 4km underground), it’s important to know what’s happening underground with more than 4 500 people employed. It requires a Management Framework and business processes enabled by technology for safe execution of an integrated plan.
Co-host Empie Strydom talks to Deloitte South Africa’s Rhyno Jacobs (Director, Core Business Operations) & Jan-Adriaan du Plessis (Director, Deloitte Consulting) along with MineRP's Jéan Roux (SVP Services, Value & Partners) about Partnerships and its role to deliver value to the mining industry.
Show host Empie Strydom talks to MineRP’s Jéan Roux and Andrew Vehkala about MineRP’s “Transition to Virtual” journey over the last few years. They discuss possible challenges and opportunities, and how implementing the right technologies can benefit your operations.
Interested in taking the discussion further? Contact them here Andrew: Avehkala@MineRP.com Jéan: JRoux@MineRP.com
Show host Jéan Roux, follows up with Johan Riekert after his previous podcast "UBP - Making "month-end reporting" available more than once a month! " available here: http://bit.ly/2FOHnuS
Today they are discussing the second phase - How MineRP enables financial budgets and forecasting in real-time.
Looking for show notes? Go to this blog: https://www.minerp.com/single-post/2020/04/07/MineRP-Enabled-Financial-Planning-Control Want to contact Johan Riekert? email him: JRiekert@Minerp.com
Co-host Empie Strydom talks to Dundee Precious Metals' CEO Rick Howes on Digital Transformation in the mining industry. What are the future opportunities when we have the ability to use data in an agile and pro-active manner?
Host Empie Strydom talks to Karuschain COO James McDowel and Franco Megannon (MineRP Product Manager) on how blockchain can change the way we plan and report our mining operations.
For any queries, please contact Empie Strydom estrydom@minerp.com
Host Jéan Roux talks to SAIMM Honorary Life Fellow and MineRP’s Director for Mining Standards – Mike Woodhall. Join them as they discuss the value of an information framework in an industry overwhelmed with data, information and analytics.
With access to better technology, mining creates more and more data, adding to the already chaotic requirement for reports. MineRP’s information framework helps to create order from this chaos. This lays the groundwork for more coordinated reporting, inter-domain information flow for translating mining actions into commercial transactions and a much broader range of analytics
Host Jéan Roux talks to MineRP's in-house SAP expert Ockert van Schalkwyk (ovschalkwyk@minerp.com). They discuss MineRP and SAP's combined view on the mining industry and the value thereof.
MineRP and SAP are both platforms for integrated enterprise information. Both carry true information about the same physical entities but seen through different lenses. MineRP provides a full vertically integrated mine plan, whereas SAP carries both financial and logistical elements of the plan with a high-integrity transaction base. By integrating these platforms, it becomes possible to facilitate a fully functional planning system – from life of mine to millisecond if desired. In addition, further integration also allows recording of Mine Development functionality and Ore Management functionality.
Find out more:
Benefits of MineRP to SAP integration: http://bit.ly/2KYowRV ALSO http://bit.ly/2XH8vG9
Mining's digital twin: http://bit.ly/2V6F63k
Our take on Industry4.0: http://bit.ly/2KUGYLr
Managing spatial data: http://bit.ly/2YvaSc7
Schalk Liebenberg podcast – Unified Spatial Management – The digital Twin - collecting every bit in every byte. http://bit.ly/2S0M6wL
Johan Riekert podcast - UBP - Making "month end reporting" available more than once a month! http://bit.ly/2FOHnuS
Our host speaks to Johan Riekert on the value of automating financial processes and the benefit of seeing "month-end report" more frequently.
Host Jéan Roux talks to MineRP's Director Integrated Mine Planning, Johnny van den Berg about fast-tracking mine planning while integrating various disciplines, stakeholders and the rest of your mining Enterprise. MineRP enables you to create multiple alternatives while removing latency - giving you the power of choice to determine the real value of your asset.
The digital twin is not only about bringing information together, but about deconstructing CAD models into a database, so that later on the information can be decoupled from the original system it was in, but it still remains in its aboriginal form.
Host Jéan Roux interviews Schalk Liebenberg (MineRP Unified Spatial Management Director,) on the benefits of using a digital twin for mining and various other industries.
Empie Strydom talks to Product Director, Andries Loubser on the SIC challenges mining faces, and what MineRP has done to tackle those challenges. Moving from end-of shift reporting to an in-shift basis for allocation and planning that meets your schedule targets.
MineRP Connect gives you the ability to know what is going on inside your mine, while it is happening!
Guest Marlise van Zyl (MineRP Methodology Director) discusses good vs bad adoption, the journey of adoption, the role of leaders, and whose responsibility is it to drive adoption and change management. Jéan Roux looks at the challenges the mining industry faces while offering solutions relevant to any other industry.
Presenter Jéan Roux talks to part of the 2018 MTN business awards winning team! Their innovative approach to enable millisecond mining, will completely disrupt and transform the mining industry!!
An introduction to the MineWarp podcast, meet our hosts, and find out what topics we will discuss!
Adriaan Davidse (director at Deloitte Canada), joins Empie and Jéan as they discuss how mining business processes can be streamlined for the future. They will be looking at how information is used for better decision making, whether or not mining is lagging other industries when it comes to digital transformation, and if so, what can be done about it?