The Benefits of Collecting Data and Turning It into Actionable Insights
Data can paint a picture of what happened, but data analysis can be needed to explain why it happened. It’s often the “why” (vs. the “What”) that makes an insight actionable insight. Actionable insights are conclusions drawn from data that can be turned directly into a response. This article explains why data collection is so […]
The Challenges and Opportunities of the Mining Industry
Ores, salts or coal – mining and the raw materials extracted from the ground are a cornerstone of economic prosperity and technological progress. As we move toward a carbon-free energy future, three vital elements — carbon (in the form of graphite), cobalt and lithium — will need increased production. Lithium-ion batteries are most famous for […]
What to Expect from Manufacturing in 2023
Manufacturing companies are constantly seeking ways to improve their production processes. Most of them are already organized to be highly lean thanks to adopting the Lean Six Sigma model. Six Sigma is a disciplined, statistical-based, data-driven approach and continuous improvement methodology for eliminating defects in a product, process or service. Lean is a popular approach […]
Maximizing Data Collection Efficiency
Data collection is gathering for business decision-making, strategic planning, research, and other purposes. Efficient data collection is essential for any business or organization. This article discusses some best practices for collecting data efficiently, from streamlining processes to investing in technology and creating data-driven cultures. It also explains the importance of having a plan for data […]
3 Top Fleet Safety Violations and how to Avoid Them
Take a moment to think about the vehicles in your organization’s fleet. Depending on your line of work, you might have envisioned full-size vans, pickup trucks, any all-terrain utility vehicles you use on the grounds, self-propelled snow blowers, or sales sedans. Perhaps you thought about semi-trailers or school buses. Maintaining large fleets can take time […]
Types of Equipment Maintenance & Why they Matter
The importance of an effective maintenance program cannot be overlooked because it plays such an essential role in productivity. Maintenance is a set of activities comprising assessment, testing, measurement, modification, and replacement – all carried out in the workplaces and sectors. Proper equipment maintenance is well worth the investment. If your equipment is well maintained, it’s less […]
Improving Safety with a Due Diligence Checklist
When you own a business, regardless of its size, the idea of due diligence is essential to keep in mind. “Due diligence” is a legal term that means “reasonable steps that a person takes to satisfy a legal requirement.” When it comes to health and safety, due diligence requires taking all reasonable steps to protect […]
Using Data to Improve Mining Operations
Numerous industries worldwide depend on the supply of mineral commodities from underground. The dependency of various high-tech-industries on rare earths is a recent issue – coal, on the other hand, is still one of the leading global energy resources. Consequently, the mining sector is pivotal to the world’s economy. The mining industry operates through a sequence of […]
Benefits of Software-based Preventative Maintenance Systems
Why should your organization use a software-based preventive maintenance system? It is clear that introducing a Preventive maintenance software system provides several advantages, however to find out the benefits of this system, the following questions need to be answered: What is preventive maintenance (PM)? Why is PM important? What is software-based preventive maintenance, and how […]
Field Data Collection: Tips for Success
At times, the only place data can be collected is in the field. This could be for a variety of reasons – remote sites, dangerous locations, or simply because the equipment is not easily accessible. Whatever the reason, when data collection needs to happen in the field, there are a few things that can be […]
