Mining Digital Magazine November 2024 | Page 50

ROY HILL
technology are seen as essential to making progress in the field .
Gerhard Veldsman , CEO for Group Operations at majority owner Hancock Prospecting , previously revealed that , from day one , Mrs Rinehart had encouraged a culture of innovative thinking and the use of leading technologies across the iron ore operation .
“ Roy Hill is powered by smart people , using data-driven insights with integrated technology and systems to ensure safer operations , higher productivity and predictable execution ,” he told the West Australian newspaper in 2023 .
“ Not only are we helping to develop and integrate advanced technologies and capabilities that keep our people safe , but we are also making our business more efficient , and demonstrating Roy Hill ’ s progressive and forwardthinking approach .”
Among Roy Hill ’ s successful recent innovations was the implementation of an AI-driven system for generating and sending daily timesheets to top vendors in near-real-time . These are checked against contract agreements to provide transparency of any irregularities that may exist .
“ This innovative and collaborative approach has streamlined the process , ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting hours and strengthening our vendor relationships – including being
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