Abstract
Abstract Organizations can establish a value-added sustainable strategy by increasing as-set utilization. WLAN infrastructure in underground mines tends to be a consistent platform for reliability in data/information management, and assertive governance practices. It enables remote monitoring, registering and data transfer from a control room, avoiding unnecessary human exposure in risk zones while adding agility to op -eration and maintenance related processes. A series of challenges must be considered so that onboard electronic systems combined with information technology infrastructure can become part of the operational strategy. Leaders must effectively manage to adapt organizations to new standards. This study aims to discuss the challenges related to implement information and automation technologies in an underground mine in Bra-zil. Data collected in a base metals underground mine is the basis for utilization, reli-ability and productivity analysis of computerized drilling equipment operating under severe conditions. The study concludes that searching for state-of-the-art operational practices demands a cultural change in organizations, followed by a redefinition of peoples’ roles and processes, so technology can provide full integration and be used as a management platform for decision-making.
Highlights
The technological evolution of equipment and systems used in underground mining is a positive contribution to operational management
Communication through the WLAN internet instead of paper reports may represent a significant gain in agility and reliability in operational data transfer
In Brazil, the use of automated equipment in underground mining is still limited to a few mines
Summary
The technological evolution of equipment and systems used in underground mining is a positive contribution to operational management. Efficiency, safety, and reliability are fundamental aspects that can be added through utilization of automated equipment integrated with information technology for mine management (KOPPE, 2007; SACHS, 2009). According to Levy (2010), technology can change the nature of work faster than people can change their skills. In this scenario, this paper aims to discuss the challenges related to implementing automation and information technology in an integrated manner for operational data management in Brazilian underground mines. Operational data have been collected from a base metals underground mine with the objective of analyzing utilization, reliability and productivity of computerized drilling jumbos
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