Workshop: Common Data Reporting in Geometallurgy

A fundamental principle of geometallurgy is to test a large number (high volume) of samples and to relate metallurgical response to ore properties. The large number of samples and tests typically results in large datasets that contain valuable data. Related disciplines in the mining value chain, such as geology and mining engineering, also manage large data sets; however, these disciplines have a wide range of commercial software applications tailored for their specific data types. There are no commercial applications specifically tailored to managing geometallurgical and mineralogical data. One reason for this is the lack of standardization in the reporting of geometallurgical and mineralogical test results which can create a barrier to the development and commercialization of data management applications.   

The development of common data reporting guidelines for geometallurgical and mineralogical data is the first step to unlock greater value from geometallurgical data through better data management, interoperability, efficient data communication, and more efficient and effective data retention and use.  

This guideline will include best practices for data reporting parameters, including templates and user guides for common geometallurgical and mineralogical tests, as a key enabler for efficient consumption of data. This guideline will include terminology, representation, suggested format, definition, structuring, and tagging.

The purpose of the workshop will be to help define what topics should be included in the in the guideline.