A leading global mining group operating large-scale open-pit and underground mines collected extensive operational data through their Fleet Management System (FMS). Despite the wealth of information—ranging from vehicle telemetry to road condition indicators—much of the data remained under utilised. Operational inefficiencies, maintenance delays, and inconsistent analysis practices limited the full value that could be derived from this data.
The client sought to enhance fleet productivity and safety through a data-driven approach to decision-making. Specific challenges included identifying high-speed cornering that accelerates tyre wear, monitoring road degradation, optimising dispatch beacon placement, and analysing vehicle availability and operator activity. However, variable data quality and sensor limitations posed technical uncertainties in reliably modelling and visualising this information.
Opti-Num was brought in to design a series of analytics tools and visualisations that could be deployed across mining sites—equipping site teams with meaningful, real-time insights for continuous improvement.
Opti-Num developed a modular suite of analytics applications, each focused on addressing a high-impact operational issue. Built using MATLAB and deployed as standalone executable tools, the solution was engineered for seamless use by engineering teams without requiring MATLAB licenses or programming knowledge.
Delivered capabilities included:
Each subproject produced technical reports, summary insights, and visual overlays to highlight areas of opportunity or concern. Where data was incomplete or inconsistent, Opti-Num adjusted modelling strategies and aligned deliverables with the specific realities of each site.
The implementation of the fleet analytics toolkit unlocked substantial operational and financial value for the mining group:
By collaborating closely with operational stakeholders and tailoring the analytics to real-world constraints, Opti-Num helped transform raw telemetry into site-specific intelligence—demonstrating the untapped power of FMS data in driving smarter, safer mining operations.
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