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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

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.


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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.

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