Digitalization is like completing a jigsaw puzzle . Each piece by itself won ’ t complete the scene . Only when you start putting the pieces together will the big picture become clear to you .
You might already have a vision or a guide for how the completed puzzle should look – an end goal to achieve . But that doesn ’ t guarantee success . You still need to put in the work to bring it all together . And that ’ s where the challenge lies for the mining industry .
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Operators have access to the digital tools that can drive productivity , safety and sustainability . Still , many are unsure how to bring them together to achieve their vision for the future of mining .
The digital canary is already deep in the mine
For mining businesses , digital transformation is no longer a
You need the ability to future-proof your business case of ‘ if ’ or ‘ when ’. ‘ How ’ is the question on everyone ’ s minds .
Digital technology is already transforming mining . For instance , tools already in use include sensor networks that enable predictive maintenance to prevent vehicle and equipment failure , real-time GPS systems that track machine utilization to improve efficiency . And
“ you can ’ t have missed the various stories about operators using drones to map out their sites . It ’ s not like the options aren ’ t there . Shell solutions like MachineMax and OREN are already helping operators overcome their major challenges through digital innovation .
The desire to adopt these new tools exists as well . Businesses are keen to make progress on their digital transformation journeys . In fact , our latest research highlights how seven out of ten mining leaders see it as an urgent priority .
So , what are the barriers standing in the way of their digital vision ?
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