Workshop: Foundations of AI in Mining

The mining industry is increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool to optimize processes, enhance decision-making, derive value from data, and improve safety. In this white paper, we provide a foundation for mining companies are planning and implementing AI solutions. 

There are several success factors associated with implementing AI. We identify some key success factors as being a coherent technology strategy, good data management, effective communication, clear expectations, internal support, agility and adaptability, consideration for the needs of end users, and long-term plans for scalability and repeatability.

While AI has many potential benefits, there are also many challenges with integrating it into an existing mining operation. These can be overcome through a robust foundation of planning, research, and assessment, and by establishing well-defined infrastructures and platforms, clear communication practices, and effective change management.

This project is updating the original document published in 2020. The goal of the workshop is to provide an iterative review to ensure the updated version aligns with industry needs.