similar to a taxi that tracks the destina-
tion of where you’re going. It’s important
that we implement the right software
that will enable us to improve. We had to
have a much more conducive approach,
and being able to do that gave us the
ability to enhance our processes and
automate emergency systems so that,
if there’s a problem out on site, they can
press a button and get support.”
Having partnered with tech giants
such as Microsoft and Amazon Web
Services (AWS), Thomas believes what
makes a successful partnership is the
“ LEVERAGING
IN FR ASTRU CTU RE,
SUCH AS CLOUD
S E R V I C E S T H AT
WE DON’T HAVE
TO INVEST LARGE
CAPITAL IN, MAKES
US NIMBLER”
—
David Thomas,
Director of IT, SSR Mining401http://www.gigabitmagazine.com