MineWarp

Empie sits down with Mikhail Terletsky, CEO of Match Point, and Alexei Chechin, Project Manager at MineRP, to explore the unique trends, approaches, and challenges shaping digital transformation projects in the Russian mining industry.

Focusing on ESG objectives is no longer optional—board members and mining executives understand that savvy investors demand responsible, sustainable performance. Join ESG expert Jacques Erasmus with co-hosts Empie Strydom and Jéan Roux as they explore the critical role of ESG in modern mining.

Listen to Jannie Potgieter from Collaborit & Ockert van Schalkwyk from MineRP as they discuss optimization through Dynamically Integrated Mining and Engineering and other interesting topics with show host Empie Strydom. Read more on:www.collaborit.com and www.minerp.com

What happens when a leading innovator acquires a world-renowned integration platform? When two companies with different backgrounds but a shared vision unite to transform an industry? Join Mikael Ramstrom, Epiroc VP of Digital Business, and Pieter Nel, MineRP CEO, as they discuss Epiroc’s acquisition of MineRP and their plans to revolutionize the mining industry together.

Mining has been a pioneer of technology—from early 3D modeling to autonomous equipment—but the industry still faces criticism for slow large-scale adoption. In this episode, host Empie Strydom chats with Paul Lucey from Project412 to unpack the forces shaping mining’s next wave of transformation.

"Mass customization of the mine design requires flexibility, resilience and adaptability. We need to start solving mining's problems in an agile manner. By building ecosystems and companies with people who has an instinct for collaboration - you will be able to achieve a lot!" - Andy Reynolds, CEO Inspire Resources. Listen to Andy Reynolds as he discusses this and other interesting topics with gue...

Choosing the right tools to unlock value in your mine is crucial. In this episode, Manie Kriel from VBKOM joins us to discuss how aligning technology, processes, and strategy can drive better mining outcomes. This conversation is part of a broader series with MineRP focused on building smarter, integrated solutions for the industry.

Sinisa Vukovic returns to share his insights on the short, medium, and long-term applications of AI and machine learning in mining. Curious about how swarm technology could shape the industry of tomorrow? Tune in to find out!

On this episode of MineWarp , Empie Strydom chats with AI and machine learning expert Sinisa Vukovic. They explore how our internal biases shape interactions with AI, why not all data holds equal value, and cut through the hype to assess the real disruptive potential of AI and ML in mining and heavy industries. Tune in to discover how these technologies could reshape the future.

Join us as we sit down with Andrew Lane, a respected mining veteran and thought leader, to explore his perspectives on the evolving mining landscape. In this episode, Andrew shares his views on the ripple effects of the upcoming US election and offers guidance on how the industry can move forward after a year of unprecedented change.

Empie chats with Leon Cosgrove, General Manager for MineRP in Australasia, about the evolving role of geologists and the broader impact of COVID-19 on the mining industry. With just over a year at MineRP, Leon brings fresh perspective on how the pandemic has reshaped priorities—and why geologists remain a critical part of the value chain. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the conversation!

Max Smeiman and Garth Strachan return to continue their deep dive into the mining supply chain’s challenges and necessary changes. Building on their previous episode, they explore the technical requirements critical to digitalizing the extended Technical Value Chain and unpack essential concepts enabling the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). For more insights, check out their Engineering News se...

What’s the secret to successful digitalisation in the mining industry? Join thought leaders Corné Yzelle, Carel Anthonissen from Deloitte, and Marlise van Zyl from MineRP as they discuss the challenges, opportunities, and share valuable experience on navigating the digital transformation journey in mining.

Listen to our final Podcast in this series where we talk to our Winner Gary Ralph about his paper, "Unlocking more value from your project front & end loading".

Challenging the status quo - team Australia talks about a game changing approach to resource modelling. By removing the reliance on Block Models by rather using the original Wireframe when estimating is more accurate, faster, inclusive and less complex. Want to challenge their views? Leave your feedback in the comments below.isten to the introduction podcast here:User-218574647 – Value-paper-compe...

Meet Donald Lekgenge, the “Digital Geologist,” as he explores why more data isn’t always better or necessary. Learn about critical data failure points and discover strategies to avoid them—unlocking the true value of your mining data.

In this episode of MineWarp , we’re joined by seasoned mining executive Gary Ralph to explore the real drivers behind client decision-making in the mining sector. Drawing from his thought-provoking paper, What Mining Clients Really Want , Gary reveals a striking disconnect between service providers' assumptions and the true needs of their clients. Whether you're a consultant, tech vendor,...

MineRP recently hosted a “Value Paper Competition,” inviting employees to submit whitepapers and thought pieces on how clients can extract more value from the MineRP platform. From block models to COVID-19 response strategies, the entries showcased a wealth of creativity and insight. In this special series, hosts Jéan and Empie sit down with each author to unpack their ideas. In this kickoff episo...

What can mining learn from the automotive industry? In this episode, Max Smeiman and Garth Strachan explore how the mining technical value chain must evolve to stay competitive and resilient. Drawing from cross-industry insights, they unpack practical strategies for modernization and efficiency. 📖 Read their article: ⁠Engineering News⁠ 🔗 Connect with the guests: Max Smeiman – ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Garth St...

The Elytica team isn’t just passionate about algorithms and supercomputers—they’re driven by solving real-world business challenges. In this episode, hosts Empie and Jéan sit down with Fanie Terblanche from Elytica to explore how advanced mathematical models can help companies achieve their KPIs. Andries Laubser from MineRP also joins the conversation to share how Elytica’s technologies are being...

Christian Larsen joins the MineWarp studio for a deep dive into what really drives digital successes—and failures—in mining. Plus, discover the surprising connections between mining and food security, and explore other fascinating, mind-warping insights.

In today’s episode, Joseph Starwood , Co-Leader of Microsoft’s Worldwide Mining Community, Sean Bredin from BDO, and John Megannon from MineRP join host Empie Strydom to explore how mining clients can build a comprehensive digital strategy. Topics include cloud adoption, collaboration, ERP, EAM, mobility, and data integration. Discover Microsoft’s vision for the future of mining and how these indu...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by IBM’s Dirk Claessens (Managing Director, Global Royal Dutch Shell) and Vish Narayan (CTO, Industrial Sector Analytics/Optimization), along with MineRP’s John Megannon (EVP, Strategy). They dive into how the mining industry can prepare for the future with cutting-edge technologies like Watson AI, machine learning, digital twins, big data, IIoT, and Short Interval...

MineWarp reconnects with Johann Riekert following his episode on the “Financial Integration Code – What and How?” In this installment, Johann explores why activities extend beyond financial tracking. Discover how MineRP’s building blocks support long-term and short-term planning, execution, and short interval control—both operationally and financially. Like a well-orchestrated band, each part play...

We follow up with Johann Riekert after their previous episode on MineRP Enabled Financial Planning & Control . In this session, Johan explores the purpose and use of the Financial Integration Code (F.I.C) and how MineRP’s platform features, combined with ERP, FFA, and MineRP Work Manager, deliver seamless integrated planning and execution capabilities.