April 26, 2019

Turning An Operation Around

Our Client

Sishen Iron Ore Mine, South Africa
Note: at Anglo American the BPF is referred to as “The Operating Model”

The Approach

BPF elements implemented:

  • Operational Planning
  • Work Management
  • Analyze & Improve

The Challenge

Unsustainable production practices – if nothing changed, the future of the mine was under threat.

Results To Date

57% increased fleet productivity with 30% less trucks

“BPF contributed a key element of a broader change program”, Mark Cutifani, CEO Anglo American, Feb 2019

Statement from Kumba Iron Ore CEO, July 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6xgtj9Lya8&t=2s