similar to a taxi that tracks the destination of where you ’ re going . It ’ s important that we implement the right software that will enable us to improve . We had to have a much more conducive approach , and being able to do that gave us the ability to enhance our processes and automate emergency systems so that , if there ’ s a problem out on site , they can press a button and get support .”
Having partnered with tech giants such as Microsoft and Amazon Web Services ( AWS ), Thomas believes what makes a successful partnership is the
“ LEVERAGING INFRASTRUCTURE , SUCH AS CLOUD S ERV I C ES TH AT WE DON ’ T HAVE TO INVEST LARGE CAPITAL IN , MAKES US NIMBLER ”
— David Thomas , Director of IT , SSR Mining
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