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Industry news, product updates and our thoughts on digital operations for drilling contractors and exploration teams in mineral exploration.

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Beyond the Geological Database: The Rise of Specialised Drilling Software

Learn why specialized drilling software beats geological databases for managing modern drilling operations.

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For mining companies: Are your drill contractors charging you what they want?

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Top 12 geological databases for mineral exploration in 2025

A comprehensive comparison of geological database solutions for modern exploration workflows.

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Top 6+ drilling software to digitise your drilling in 2025

Compare top drilling software platforms to find the right solution for your mining operations.

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Beyond the Geological Database: The Rise of Specialised Drilling Software

Learn why specialized drilling software beats geological databases for managing modern drilling operations.

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Time usage models explained

Learn how to track and optimize drilling operations with structured time categorization and analysis.

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What are drilling metrics?

Learn how key metrics help optimize drilling performance and make data-driven operational decisions.

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Is your exploration data a mess? Here's how good data can supercharge your next project

Learn how quality data management drives successful exploration and drilling outcomes.

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For mining companies: Are your drill contractors charging you what they want?

Control drilling costs with real-time tracking and data insights.

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Drilling Contractors

APIs in Mining Technology: What They Are and Why They Matter

Learn how APIs connect mining software to cut manual work and improve data accuracy.

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Top 12 geological databases for mineral exploration in 2025 A comprehensive comparison of geological database solutions for modern exploration workflows.

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Beyond the Geological Database: The Rise of Specialised Drilling Software Learn why specialized drilling software beats geological databases for managing modern drilling operations.

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Is your exploration data a mess? Here's how good data can supercharge your next project Learn how quality data management drives successful exploration and drilling outcomes.

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For mining companies: Are your drill contractors charging you what they want?Control drilling costs with real-time tracking and data insights.

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How to Save Hours (and Sanity) on Drilling Cost Reconciliation Automate drilling cost reconciliation and eliminate manual data entry headaches.

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Drill Programs vs Projects: What does this mean on CorePlan?Learn how to structure your drilling operations data for maximum efficiency and control.

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Drilling cost software: Get more out of your exploration drilling budget Track drilling costs in real-time to maximize budget efficiency and drilling performance.

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Drilling planning software for exploration managers explained: A quick guide for program success Streamline drilling operations with modern program planning and management tools.

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How to spend more time on geology with drilling reporting software Automate drilling reports to free up geologists for core field work.

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Your exploration program will never be on schedule. Here’s a playbook to fix it.A practical guide to fix broken drill scheduling and hit your metre targets faster.

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Why now is a great time to review your exploration tech stack Evaluate your drilling software now - before costly inefficiencies impact your program.

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Your exploration company needs a digital strategy. Here's why.Learn how to build an effective digital strategy for your mining operations and avoid costly tech mistakes.

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14 Reasons Why Every Exploration Manager Needs to Shift to Digital Now Discover how digital tools can maximize efficiency and reduce costs in your drilling operations.

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What is the difference between CorePlan and AcQuire?Learn how CorePlan complements AcQuire to streamline your drilling operations and data management.

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What drilling professionals wish you knew about hiring drilling contractors. Read this before hiring your next contractor!

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5 strategies geologists can use to ace data capture and management 5 proven strategies to capture and manage drilling data effectively in mineral exploration

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The Exploration Manager's ultimate guide to digital transformation Learn how to successfully digitize your exploration operations and avoid common transformation pitfalls.

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Streamlining data management in mineral exploration Modern exploration software eliminates manual data entry and speeds up decision-making.

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Top reasons to pick a CorePlan drilling contractor for your next project - whether you use CorePlan or not!CorePlan contractors deliver superior data management and real-time analytics for drilling projects.

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Remote field management: How technology is helping to rethink one of exploration’s longest-standing challenges Modern tech tools bridge the gap between field teams and office, enabling real-time project control.

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How to scale your exploration project without compromising on data quality and operational performance See how Chalice Mining scaled from 1 to multiple rigs without losing control of their data.

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Junior Explorers: don’t settle for spreadsheets!Viking Mines ditches manual data entry to speed up drilling decisions with automation

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Let’s talk about your drill contractor experience Discover how better contractor relationships drive drilling success and boost your bottom line.

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How to run smooth drill programs as a Junior Explorer in the modern age Learn how a junior explorer streamlined operations and cut costs with digital drill program management.

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Is CorePlan a Database?CorePlan complements your database by managing drill operations and validating field data in real-time.

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Introducing the world's first field activity app for geology teams!Real-time field activity tracking app streamlines geology workflows and improves team visibility.

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How to stop wrangling drill contractor data in one easy step See how Chalice Mining saved 10 hours weekly by fixing their drill data headaches.

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How to run a geology-led drill program as a Junior explorer on a tight budget Error: Anthropic servers are overloaded. Please try again later.

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How to translate $ spent into metres drilled as a Junior Explorer Tech helps exploration teams maximize drilling efficiency and track costs in real-time.

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How to: Optimise your diamond and RC drill rig schedule for greater productivity Drag-and-drop scheduling tool adapts to real-time rig performance data for optimal drilling efficiency.

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Waiting for assay results is stressful. Here's how to end lab-xiety Digital sample tracking system eliminates lab result delays and improves workflow efficiency.

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How Maronan Metals monitors their Junior exploration burn rate in real time Real-time cost tracking helps junior explorer optimize drilling spend and reduce manual work.

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How to quickly onboard contractors as a Junior Explorer See how one Junior explorer simplified contractor management and saved hours of admin time.

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How long does it take to get started with Exploration Hub?Learn the setup timeline and key factors affecting full platform implementation.

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Exploration Managers: how much is that drill program really costing you?Hidden costs of manual data handling can add up to $13,600 per drill program.

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How does CorePlan work with Micromine?

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How does CorePlan work with Leapfrog Geo and MX Deposit?Learn how this drilling operations platform integrates with your existing Seequent workflow.

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How geologists can use ChatGPT to do more geology Practical tips to leverage AI for faster data analysis and better geological communication.

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Does size matter? How big your exploration project needs to be to go digital Find out when your drilling operation is ready for digital transformation.

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Geologists are only spending 10-30% of their time on geology. How do we change this? | Geohug Industry experts reveal why geologists spend most time on admin instead of core geology work.

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Have you missed your big hit without even realising it?Automate admin tasks to help geologists focus on finding your next big mineral discovery.

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5 trends shaping the future of every Exploration Manager Discover key shifts reshaping exploration management and how to stay ahead of the curve.

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Enhance your drill contractor’s performance with these 3 proven strategies for success Discover proven strategies to streamline drill operations, boost quality & control costs.

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Exploration Managers: say no to software buyer's remorse! [Free guide]Get 7 essential questions to evaluate mining software before your next demo.

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Easy drilling burn rate management tool for Junior explorers Real-time cost tracking eliminates spreadsheet headaches and prevents budget blowouts.

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Drill program intelligence software: what Exploration Managers need to know A practical guide to digital drill program management software and its impact on exploration teams.

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Drilling data on spreadsheets: A false economy - and sampling nightmare?Poor drilling data management puts sample quality and resource estimates at risk.

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Are you using your drilling budget wisely? Use these metrics to find out.Learn how to evaluate drilling performance with key metrics that matter to your bottom line.

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Common issues that get in the way of drilling. Have you experienced these on your project?Prevent costly drilling mistakes that waste thousands in exploration budgets daily.

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Exploration Managers: don’t make this budgeting mistake!Save money and boost efficiency by adding drill program software to your exploration budget.

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7 strategies for managing drilling data across multiple contractors Streamline drilling data management with these proven methods for better efficiency.

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5 future-focused tech startups you need to know about in 5 minutes Discover 5 innovative mining tech startups revolutionizing mineral exploration and operations.

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Drilling into the future: Is your drilling data ready for AI?Learn how to prepare your drilling operations for AI adoption with practical steps and insights.

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6 signs your exploration team is ready to go digital Discover key indicators that your exploration operations need a digital upgrade.

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Drilling Contractors

APIs in Mining Technology: What They Are and Why They Matter Learn how APIs connect mining software to cut manual work and improve data accuracy.

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Drilling Contractors

From Spreadsheets to Smart Solutions: Why It's Time to Rethink Data Integration Learn how modern data integration tools can transform outdated drilling workflows.

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Drilling Cost Tracking Software for Drill Contractors: Everything You Need to Know Learn how to automate cost tracking and billing for your drilling operations with digital tools.

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Daily drilling report software for drilling contractors Learn how digital plod software streamlines data capture and reporting for drilling teams.

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Drilling Managers: your clients' budgets are down! Here's what to do about it Learn how drilling software helps win contracts when exploration budgets are tight.

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The pros and cons of cloud-based saas for drilling contractors Discover the impact of cloud software on modern drilling operations and decision-making.

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What types of drillers can use CorePlan? See if you're on this list!A complete guide to drilling types compatible with CorePlan's digital platform.

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Should you hire another admin for your drilling business?Save 30 hours weekly: See how automation eliminates drilling admin headaches

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Lantern vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors A detailed comparison of two leading drill management platforms for mining contractors.

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PeopleTray vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors PeopleTray vs CorePlan for drilling contractors. Which is best?

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Drillers don't want to use software? Try this instead Learn how to overcome resistance and find software your drilling team will actually use.

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How to manage your drilling company’s digital transformation (the right way!)Learn proven strategies to avoid common pitfalls when digitizing your drilling operations.

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How Impact Drilling Services modernised their operations with CorePlan A startup driller's journey from manual processes to digital efficiency with modern software.

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Build your own drilling software or subscribe. Which is right for you?Compare custom vs subscription drilling software to find the right solution for your operations.

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Drilling Hub integrations: what other software connects to CorePlan?Learn how CorePlan integrates with your tech stack using four flexible data sharing methods.

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Digital Operations Platforms: What Drilling Managers Need to Know Modern software that streamlines drilling operations and paperwork into one efficient system.

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Colleagues Matrixx vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors Compare two leading drilling software platforms for your operations

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Can drillers actually go paperless at the rig?Learn how one drilling contractor eliminated paperwork and saved 30+ admin hours weekly.

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Are spreadsheets and paper costing you customers, staff and profits?Manual processes drain profits and talent. Switch to digital drilling operations.

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A 2 minute guide to cloud-based drilling SaaS for drilling managers A practical guide to drilling software types and their uses in modern operations.

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3 things every Drilling Manager needs to know before booking a software demo [+free guide]Save time and make smarter software decisions with this pre-demo checklist for drilling managers.

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Top 6+ drilling software to digitise your drilling in 2025 Compare top drilling software platforms to find the right solution for your mining operations.

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Time usage models explained Learn how to track and optimize drilling operations with structured time categorization and analysis.

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What are drilling metrics?Learn how key metrics help optimize drilling performance and make data-driven operational decisions.

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The Rise of the Digital Drill Contractor in Mineral Exploration Discover how modern drill contractors are revolutionizing mineral exploration with digital systems.

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What is a Plod?A guide to drilling shift reports: origins, uses, and the shift from paper to digital formats.

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The High Cost of Low-Tech: The Impact of Manual Operations on Drill Programs in Mining Learn how inefficient manual processes impact drilling costs and productivity in mining operations

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How to spot winning Mining SaaS solutions in 2025 Learn how modern cloud software revolutionizes mining operations and data management.

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The Collaboration Revolution: How Technology is Redefining Work in Mining Learn how modern collaboration tools are transforming workplace connectivity and productivity in mining.

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RC Drilling: What it is and what's good about it?A detailed guide to RC drilling methods, benefits, and comparisons with other drilling techniques.

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The #1 software every mining company needs (no, it's not CorePlan!)Protect your mining operations with this essential cybersecurity tool before going digital.

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Cyber security tips for small and Junior mining businesses [easy + free!]

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Introducing CorePlan Mobile for drill plods, forms and safety management New mobile app combines drilling data capture and safety management in one place.

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How mobile data capture is changing the game in mining Mobile data capture now accessible for small & mid-tier mining companies - see the benefits.

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Cyber security for small miners: How to secure a laptop in under 15 minutes Protect your mining business data with these 4 free laptop security steps.

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Cyber security for small miners: 3 tips for boosting software security Free tips to boost your software's built-in security features

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CorePlan lands DDH1 and opens doors to new office to kick off FY22 DDH1 joins growing list of drilling and exploration companies adopting digital operations platform

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Capture more data than ever before using the new CorePlan Forms add-on Digital forms solution for field data capture, reporting and compliance monitoring in mining operations.

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Australian Mining Review: Don’t Plod Along CorePlan leaders discuss how digital operations platforms revolutionize mining exploration data.

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3 effective recruitment strategies to find geologists and offsiders Digital strategies to find mining talent in today's competitive job market

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Diamond Drilling: What it is and what's good about it?A detailed guide to diamond drilling methods, benefits, and limitations in mineral exploration.

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Air Core Drilling: What it is and what's good about it?A detailed comparison of drilling methods, focusing on AC drilling's unique features and applications.

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