Real-time Business Intelligence with IoT
Delivering a 25% cost reduction through intelligent IoT deployment across 17 remote mine camps
Reducing Costs Across Remote Operations
Driving continuous improvement in facilities management for remote mine camps
The Situation
A primary contractor was seeking to significantly reduce the costs of maintenance related to the facilities management of multiple mine camps for a large independent oil and gas producer.
Key Challenges
- 17 remote mine camps located across Australia with connectivity and distance issues
- Risk position on inventory of assets at the mine camps
- Continuous improvement cost reduction program over the contract life
- Initial target of 25% cost reduction with ongoing improvements
ConnectiX IoT Platform
Comprehensive IoT deployment with real-time visibility and cognitive analytics
Implementation Overview
The ConnectiX IoT solution included the design, engineering, build and rollout of an extensive sensor network integrated with existing enterprise systems.
16,439
IoT Sensors Deployed
5,035
Custom IoT Nodes
17
Node Design Variants
31
LoRa LPWAN Gateways
Platform Capabilities
- Real-time visibility and monitoring
- Workflow management
- Secure data sharing with subcontractors
- Cognitive analytics
- Integration with SAP and Pronto
Sensor Node Categories
- Automated replacement of manual tasks
- Condition-based monitoring
- Asset tracking integration
- Automated work ticket generation
- Anomaly detection and alerts
Implementation Partner
IT Easy, an IT managed services provider, configured and deployed the ConnectiX IoT solution to monitor a broad range of data, DBYD plans, crew activities, and job deadlines.
Measurable Results
Achieving cost reduction targets and service improvements
Key Achievements
25% Cost Reduction
Step change cost reduction through headcount optimization and centralized roving teams with predictive maintenance schedules
Reduced Total Cost of Ownership
Condition-based monitoring extends asset lifespan, while smart environmental controls reduce electricity consumption in unoccupied rooms
7+ Year Battery Life
IoT sensors exceed the contract duration, eliminating traditional 2-year battery rotation and further reducing operating costs
Improved Service Quality
Issues addressed more quickly, often before they're reported or even occur, with contractor successfully taking risk position on assets
ConnectiX IoT Solutions
Designed to meet a variety of business challenges:
About ConnectiX IoT
An open platform for turn-key IoT solutions with enterprise integration
Open Platform Architecture
ConnectiX IoT is an open platform developed by ConnectiX to supply a turn-key solution, with integration into other technologies including IoT sensor networks.
Key Features
- Easy-to-configure decision tree and workflow engine
- Custom thresholds and workflow creation
- Automated ticket creation for service/asset management tools
- Multi-network technology support (LoRa, Sigfox, NB-IoT, 3/4G, wireless)
- Mobile application for in-field device testing
- Quick sensor registration into command centre
About ConnectiX
ConnectiX is a collaborative space that drives down costs and complexity in the asset management industry by allowing organisations to connect their disparate supply chain and workflow, from back office to the field, increasing productivity, visibility and compliance.
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