Name: Solving Problems with Technology: Solution Design by Hexagon Radio in Solving Problems with Xalt
Duration: 39 min 28 s
Description: In this episode of Solving Problems with Technology, host Xalt Solutions' Robyn Aaserude, with guests from Corbins Electric and Nox Innovation, discuss best practices to take and mistakes to avoid when designing solutions for your business.

In the Solving Problems with Xalt series, you’ll hear from industry experts on new innovations in the market and learn about every phase of the digital transformation journey including gathering requirements, solution design, adoption, implementation and everything in-between.

Solving Problems with Xalt

In this episode of "Solving Problems with Technology," Xalt Solutions' Josh Cranfill interviews team members from Corbins Electric and NOX Innovations to define what digital transformation is and what it really means to an organisation. They discuss what is required for an organisation to go through a 'digital transformation' and what that looks like from the inside out.

Solving Problems with Technology: What is digital transformation?

Digital transformation is one of the most popular topics in the industry right now, but when a company is considering or embarking on their digital transformation journey, where should they start? In this episode, Hexagon’s Xalt Solutions discusses the importance of gathering requirements to ensure a successful digital transformation for your organisation.

Solving Problems with Technology: Gathering requirements for your digital transformation journey

In this episode of Solving Problems with Technology, host Xalt Solutions' Robyn Aaserude, with guests from Corbins Electric and Nox Innovation, discuss best practices to take and mistakes to avoid when designing solutions for your business.

Solving Problems with Technology: Solution Design

In this episode of 'Solving Problems with Technology', our host Xalt Solutions' Robyn Aaserude continues the discussion of digital transformation and solution design best practices with Corbins Electric and Nox Innovations, taking a deeper dive into what is needed to configure the right solution for your business and what to consider during the process.

Solving Problems with Technology: Configuring the right solution

In this episode of Solving Problems with Technology, the team discusses how to have a successful user adoption across your organisation. From foremen, to superintendents, managers and senior executives, Corbins Electric and Nox Innovations explain how they found and celebrated adoption evangelism early in their journey.

Solving Problems with Technology: User adoption

In this episode, we are joined by Benjamin Biörnstad, Senior User Experience Designer, and Matthias Wieser, VP Industrial & UI Design, both with Hexagon's Innovation Hub. 

Together, they discuss the significance of human insight and customer-centricity in the digital era, emphasizing that understanding customer behaviors and needs through data is essential for creating personalized and engaging experiences.

Human insight & customer-centricity

In this episode, we discuss renewable energy efficiency with Erik Josefsson, CEO of R-evolution, the sustainable innovation and green-tech investment subsidiary of Hexagon. Launched in 2021 as a strategic business venture, R-evolution leverages technology innovation, investment, and venture capital to profitably grow and accelerate green-tech business opportunities.

One of R-evolution's missions is to accelerate the transition to renewable energy and decrease the "green premium" associated with it. R-evolution is leveraging technology from Hexagon and partnering with Google Cloud to achieve this goal. This collaboration enables R-evolution to improve forecasting accuracy, operational efficiency, and asset performance management.

Improving renewable energy efficiency with Google Cloud

Misael Cabrera, Director of the School of Mining and Mineral Resources at the University of Arizona, joins us to discuss the significant gains possible at the intersection of education, technological innovation, and mineral development. Formerly the director of a leading environmental regulatory agency, Cabrera brings a unique perspective to addressing distorted views of mining. He deftly dissects not only public disconnect from the industry but also the potential—given the right outreach and education—to thoughtfully reconnect today’s generations with their dependence on minerals, both as consumers and as stewards of the planet. 


00:00 - Introduction and Background
06:25 - Climate Change and Mining
09:49 - The Role of Leaders in Addressing the Issue
11:31 - Optimism for the Future
14:46 - Conclusion


About Resource Revolution:


Resource Revolution explores the business and tech trends shaping the modern mining industry, particularly against the backdrop of growing demand, aging assets, finite resources, shifting policies, volatile geopolitical shifts, and generational turnover. Host Adam Simon digs into the business and technology stories that shed light on this proud industry, focusing on the strides being made to usher mining into its safest and most efficient, productive, and sustainable era.


Stay connected with us on Instagram and LinkedIn at Hexagon Mining to continue exploring the undercurrents driving the Resource Revolution.


Disclaimer: Views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the moderator and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Hexagon as a company.

Resource Revolution (EP02): Rewiring Public Perceptions of Mining w/ Misael Cabrera

On this episode of Hexagon Radio, we explore the exciting potential found in the journey from surveying to monitoring. Join the conversation as we unravel how surveyors can tap into fresh business opportunities within the dynamic world of monitoring. Learn how to leverage your existing surveying equipment and skillset, and benefit from insider tips from one of Leica Geosystems’ monitoring experts, Steve Thurgood.


Highlights:
00:02:06 –  Exploring a customer base for monitoring services
00:04:05 – Identifying important surveying skills that are beneficial in monitoring
00:05:20 - Leica Geosystems' advancements in workflows and technology to aid surveyors in monitoring
00:07:40 - Useful tools for delivering efficient monitoring services
00:08:25 - Insightful overview of Leica Geosystems' monitoring equipment and software
00:12:12 - Discussing the significance of monitoring for surveyors
00:16:05 - How geotechnical technology is utilised across various sectors
00:21:05 – Making the transition to monitoring more appealing and less daunting for surveyors

From Surveying to Monitoring: Uncovering new business opportunities

Mateus Quintela, Head of Product for Underground at Hexagon’s Mining division, is a leading voice for underground mining and spends his days championing technologies that improve underground safety and productivity. 

In this episode, Quintela walks us through the critical challenges and advancements in underground mining, including the unique communication and connectivity constraints found thousands of feet below the surface, and how Hexagon's interoperable solutions are solving for them.

Quintela helps us to envision a future of fully connected digital mines, where robotics, automation, and other technology systems play a key role in responsibly developing the deep-underground resources the world depends on.

Key moments:
00:00 - Introduction and Background
02:06 - The Love for Underground Mining
03:00 - Challenges of Communication and Connectivity
04:50 - Technological Advancements in Underground Mining
06:15 - Optimising Underground Mining Operations with Hexagon's “Power of One”
09:25 - The Future of Underground Mining
10:56 - Closing Remarks and Invitation to MINExpo 2024

About Resource Revolution:

Resource Revolution explores the business and tech trends shaping the modern mining industry, particularly against the backdrop of growing demand, aging assets, finite resources, shifting policies, volatile geopolitical shifts, and generational turnover. Host Adam Simon digs into the business and technology stories that shed light on this proud industry, focusing on the strides being made to usher mining into its safest and most efficient, productive, and sustainable era.

Stay connected with us on Instagram and LinkedIn at Hexagon Mining to continue exploring the undercurrents driving the Resource Revolution.

Disclaimer: Views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the moderator and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Hexagon as a company.

Resource Revolution (EP03): Underground Mining w/ Mateus Quintela

In this episode, Hydrocarbon Processing interviews Mark White on how Hexagon empowers industries through digital transformation, driving efficiency and value across the entire asset lifecycle.

Driving digital transformation across the asset lifecycle with Hexagon

In this episode, we explore AC units using CFD simulations.

Haier podcast: AC units CFD simulations

Research on digital twins from 660 executives reveals 19% cost savings and revenue gains. This podcast explores their strategic role in asset-heavy industries and the shift to a Smart Digital Reality.

The Next Generation of Digital Twins: Transforming industries with Smart Digital Reality

Discover how AI-powered digital twins transform oil & gas operations with predictive insights, intelligent automation, and real-world efficiency gains.

Leveraging AI to maximize the value of oil & gas Digital Twins

Hexagon Radio is Hexagon’s official podcast channel, delivering the latest updates across the company and its brands. As a platform for industry thought leaders, it shares stories of innovation and success, offering impactful news and insights to a global audience.

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