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Passport 360's Compliance Automation on Azure Streamlines Kumba Iron Ore's Operations

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Technology Category
  • Cybersecurity & Privacy - Security Compliance
Applicable Industries
  • Metals
  • Mining
Applicable Functions
  • Procurement
  • Quality Assurance
Use Cases
  • Leasing Finance Automation
  • Onsite Human Safety Management
Services
  • System Integration
About The Customer
Kumba Iron Ore is a multinational mining company with a strong focus on sustainable operations. Operating primarily in South Africa, the company produces a high-grade iron ore that is a key component in steel. Kumba Iron Ore employs nearly 12,300 people and produced close to 39 million tons of iron ore in 2020. The company was facing challenges with its manual approach to safety and compliance, which was causing errors, delays, and inefficiencies throughout its operations. The lack of consistent standards and requirements across different sites was also increasing costs and risk.
The Challenge
Kumba Iron Ore, a multinational mining company operating primarily in South Africa, was struggling with a manual approach to onboarding and risk management across all its work sites. This process was not only time-consuming but also led to errors, delays, and inefficiencies throughout the company's operations. The lack of consistent standards and requirements across different sites further increased costs and risk. Kumba needed a solution that could consolidate and automate its manual processes, thereby improving risk outcomes and streamlining operations.
The Solution
Kumba Iron Ore implemented Passport 360, a solution available in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, to streamline its contractor onboarding times and reduce costs. Passport 360, powered by artificial intelligence and Microsoft Azure Cognitive Services, integrates with various systems, including ERP, supply chain, safety, and HR. It delivers interactive Microsoft Power BI dashboards to facilitate reporting on overall compliance. Passport 360 also integrates with systems such as SAP SuccessFactors and Honeywell to enhance visibility via concise, meaningful dashboards and actionable insights. The solution provides real-time data management, enabling Kumba to track and action compliance in a proactive and integrated manner. Passport 360's mobile app also allows users to view QHSE requirements on their phones or tablets while on site.
Operational Impact
  • The implementation of Passport 360 has enabled Kumba Iron Ore to streamline its operations and improve risk outcomes. The solution has automated and optimized the company's onboarding and compliance processes, reducing work delays and outdated compliance documentation. It has also provided a standardized approach across operations, eliminating inconsistencies and boosting efficiency. With Passport 360, Kumba can now easily manage the data produced by contractor and employee compliance requirements, verify compliance, and highlight exceptions. The solution's integrated Microsoft Power BI reporting has also enabled Kumba to track overall compliance and onboarding times. Furthermore, Passport 360's mobile app allows users to view QHSE requirements on their phones or tablets while on site, making life easier for the supervisor on the ground.
Quantitative Benefit
  • Significant improvement in onboarding times
  • Reduction in costs due to automation of manual processes
  • Enhanced visibility into risk areas with improved system controls

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