How to optimize mining component repair times? Cases and opportunities

In the mining industry, component repair is a process that involves significant challenges. From the request to the delivery of the repaired component, various stages can cause delays and affect the effectiveness of the procedure. In this article, we will explore how to optimize component repair times, identifying opportunities to streamline the process, and analyzing real-life cases.

Before delving into the case studies, it's essential to understand the different timescales involved in a repair process.

According to data collected by Aisoncore over the past few months, it has been possible to identify that more than 60% of component repair time is used in tasks related to governance and administrative management.

These percentages provide a clear view of how time is distributed at each stage of the process.

Now, we will explore specific cases where these times were optimized and the results obtained.

Case 1: High management problems

In a situation where repair processing times were excessively long, the management platform was implemented with a focus on highlighting and alerting about the barriers detected in the process. The results were significant: supplier response times were streamlined and accelerated, resulting in a 64% reduction in outstanding repair orders. This is a clear example of how a technological platform can make a difference in process optimization.

Case 2: Data-driven repair management

Another interesting case is that of a company that had a large volume of component repairs, which made tracking difficult. A technology project was implemented with special emphasis on having a dashboard to track data on the component being repaired.
In this way, they were able to begin to gain a holistic view of their assets, including what they were doing and where they were located, and to generate action plans to improve the process.
Finally, the company managed to move from random and non-measurable monitoring to obtaining information on the status of 100% of its components.

Optimization opportunities

The aforementioned cases demonstrate that there are concrete opportunities to optimize component repair times. Below, we highlight some actions that can be implemented:

Process automation: Use technological tools that allow for monitoring and controlling the stages of the repair process, thereby reducing the time spent on manual management.
Improved communication with suppliers : Establish efficient and transparent communication channels with repair providers, which will streamline the evaluation, approval, and delivery of quotes.
Data analysis: Use collected information to identify patterns and trends, allowing you to anticipate recurring problems and improve the effectiveness of the repair process.
Staff Training: Provide training programs that equip staff with the skills needed to interpret and use component data, enabling them to make informed decisions and streamline management.

Optimizing component repair times is an achievable goal if the right strategies are implemented. The aforementioned cases and opportunities demonstrate that technology, data analysis, and improved communication are key to streamlining the process and achieving positive results. Let's not forget that new opportunities arise every day to optimize time and improve efficiency in component repair, so it's important to stay up-to-date and open to new solutions.

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