ROY HILL HOLDINGS
has the potential to unlock value in the supply chain .” Indeed , supply chain development is seen by many to be key to the future of the mining industry . “ Our integrated operating model has redefined how Roy Hill works day to day . Our unique approach breaks down traditional barriers by realigning everything we do according to five interdependent and interconnected systems ( supply , demand , people , improvement governance ), allowing us to take a holistic view of our operations ,” Fitzgerald elaborates .
“ Supply places our maintenance teams as core business and optimises the flow of parts , contractors and
Building the Roy Hill Project Time Lapse equipment to maximise availability and reliability . We recognise that the digital economy is offering greater opportunity to change the world of work and this has led to improvements in supply chain capability .”
Driving innovation Not content to follow the crowd , Roy Hill has pioneered the use of new practices within its operations . “ In a shift from standard industry practice , we have decided to ‘ in-source ’ our supply system – centralising our maintenance planning and engineering services then housing all supply system functions together to increase collaboration . This is a critical step in
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