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Has your project outgrown the Client Portal? Here’s how to tell - and what to do next
Signs you’ve outgrown the Client Portal and when to move to full project control.
How to adopt new mining technology without locking yourself into a single vendor
Learn how flexible mining tech avoids lock-in and keeps operations adaptable..png)
The Tuesday morning test: How to tell if your drilling program is under control
A simple test to see whether your drilling data gives real visibility or just more reports..png)
Five tips to get more out of the free Client Portal
Get more from the free CorePlan Client Portal with tips for filtering, approvals, reporting, and collaboration.
How to unlock more value from your rig schedule
Automate rig scheduling with live updates driven by real drilling data.
How to approve Plods without Wi‑Fi (and keep your projects moving)
The Client Portal lets you approve Plods at the rig without Wi-Fi to keep your projects moving..png)
Why your drilling program fails at scale - and how to fix it
When drilling relies on heroes, scale breaks. Find out what real program control looks like.
Why your drilling program starts (or fails) with earthworks
Strong drilling programs start with solid earthworks. CorePlan helps you get it right from day one.
What you might not know about your free CorePlan Client Portal
Maximise your free CorePlan Client Portal with offline rig sign-offs, custom exports, and more..png)
Keep earthworks on budget to keep your drill program on track
See how CorePlan Earthworks helps miners stay on schedule by managing contractors, costs, and site prep in one place.Top 12 geological databases for mineral exploration in 2024
This guide explores the top 12 geological database software options for mineral exploration in 2024, including open-source solutions like QGIS and commercial platforms like Leapfrog Geo. Discover the features and benefits of each software to make an informed decision for your exploration needs..jpg)
Explicación de los modelos de uso del tiempo
«Si la cosa no cambia, nadie gana». Descubra cómo los modelos de uso del tiempo pueden ayudar a las empresas mineras y a los contratistas de perforación a obtener información clara sobre la asignación del tiempo de las plataformas, identificar las ineficiencias y optimizar las operaciones para lograr la máxima productividad y rentabilidad.
Las API en la tecnología minera: qué son y para qué sirven
Descubra cómo las API potencian el software de minería. Explicación de la integración perfecta de los datos, el análisis mejorado y los flujos de trabajo más fluidos.
Cómo dedicar más tiempo a la geología con un software de informes de perforación
Saque sus datos geográficos de la oficina y póngalos en el campo automatizando el papeleo repetitivo con un software de informes de perforación.
Software de seguimiento de costos de perforación para contratistas de perforación: todo lo que necesita saber
Descubra cómo los gerentes de perforación utilizan el software de seguimiento de los costos de perforación para realizar un seguimiento preciso de los costos de perforación, tiempo de actividad y consumibles para sus clientes de exploración.
Pérdida en una transacción: cómo ahorrar horas y ahorrar cordura en la conciliación de los costos de perforación
CorePlan optimiza la gestión de los costos de exploración, ofreciendo un manejo de datos claro y eficiente. Descubra su impacto en sus operaciones financieras..png)
Para las empresas mineras: ¿Sus contratistas de perforación le están cobrando lo que quieren?
¡Combata los sorpresivos costos de perforación! Tome el control con datos en tiempo real y transparencia. Obtenga información sobre cómo hacerlo.
Software de costos de perforación: saque más provecho de su presupuesto de perforación exploratoria
Convierta dólares en metros con el software de costos de perforación. Optimice los gastos del programa de perforación y haga mejores estimaciones de los costos de perforación.
Software de informes de perforación diarios para contratistas de perforación
Explore todo lo que los contratistas de perforación necesitan saber sobre el software de informes de perforación diarios, sus beneficios, limitaciones y otras consideraciones importantes.
Is your exploration data a mess? Here's how good data can supercharge your next project
Got data overload? Here’s what makes data valuable, the dangers of bad data, and how smart management can save the day.
Programas de perforación frente a proyectos: ¿Qué significa esto en CorePlan?
Comprenda la diferencia entre los programas de perforación y los proyectos para optimizar su espacio de trabajo con CorePlan.
Drilling planning software for exploration managers explained: A quick guide for program success
Set your team up for success using drill program planning software to plan, execute and optimise your drilling campaigns.
From Spreadsheets to Smart Solutions: Why It's Time to Rethink Data Integration
See how CorePlan boosts drilling efficiency by advancing slow data integration in an industry clinging to old habits.
3 effective recruitment strategies to find geologists and offsiders
Try these simple digital recruitment strategies (that aren't Seek!) to attract high-quality geologists, drillers and offsiders.
¿Cómo funciona CorePlan con Leapfrog Geo y MX Deposit?
Descubre cómo funciona CorePlan con Leapfrog y MX Deposit y cómo puede ayudarte a sacar más provecho de tus productos de software de Seequent.
Gerentes de perforación: ¡los presupuestos de sus clientes han bajado! Esto es lo que debe hacer al respecto
Vea cómo puede proteger su negocio, destacar entre la multitud y seguir ganando esos contratos de perforación.
How to quickly onboard contractors as a Junior Explorer
Need to streamline your contractor onboarding process as a Junior explorer? See how Viking Mines did it here.
Can drillers actually go paperless at the rig?
See how Terra Drilling found a way to go paperless at the rig by digitising their diamond drilling data and rig forms.
Waiting for assay results is stressful. Here's how to end lab-xiety
See how streamlining processes, paperwork automation and real-time alerts can reduce stress and improve efficiency in your sample workflow.
What drilling professionals wish you knew about hiring drilling contractors. Read this before hiring your next contractor!
Discover the secrets to hiring the best contractor for your drilling campaign - as told by a drilling professional of 40 years!
Mining tech startup releases the world’s first field activity app for geology teams
Mining technology startup, CorePlan, has just released the world’s first field activity app for mineral exploration teams.
Cómo los geólogos pueden usar ChatGPT para hacer más geología
Vea cómo los geólogos pueden usar ChatGPT y obtenga algunas ideas sobre cómo aprovechar esta revolucionaria herramienta para que pueda dedicar más tiempo a la geología.
How long does it take to get started with Exploration Hub?
Find out how long it takes to roll out Exploration Hub across a team or your entire exploration company.
¿CorePlan es una base de datos?
¿Por qué utilizaría CorePlan si ya tiene una base de datos como MX Deposit, DataShed o GeoBank?
Build your own drilling software or subscribe. Which is right for you?
Drilling managers: weigh up the pros and cons of building vs subscribing to operations software and find the best fit for your team.
Una lista de las herramientas de IA geológica más populares para los equipos de exploración
¡Consulta esta lista de interesantes herramientas de inteligencia artificial que geólogos como tú utilizan para hacer nuevos descubrimientos!
Air Core Drilling: What it is and what's good about it?
What is Air Core (AC) Drilling and how does it differ to other types of drilling?
How to manage your drilling company’s digital transformation (the right way!)
Drilling software? We’ve seen it all! Read our list of digital change management do's and don'ts and get some simple tips for success.
CorePlan lands DDH1 and opens doors to new office to kick off FY22
Media release: following early adopters' success, growing numbers of drilling and mineral exploration companies are signing up to CorePlan.
Remote field management: How technology is helping to rethink one of exploration’s longest-standing challenges
Running exploration programs in remote corners of the world? Staying in touch with the team can be tough, but modern tools can make it easy.
Your exploration company needs a digital strategy. Here's why.
A digital strategy can help you avoid the common mistakes mining companies make with technology. Find out what to include for success here!
5 trends shaping the future of every Exploration Manager
Are you ready to tackle these five key trends that will shape the roles and futures of Exploration Managers in the coming five years?.jpeg)
Are you using your drilling budget wisely? Use these metrics to find out.
Measure ROI and strike a healthy balance between costs, production and sampling quality for your project with these simple metrics.
Cyber security tips for small and Junior mining businesses [easy + free!]
Small mining businesses are at an increased risk of cyber attacks. Protect your mining business with these free + easy cyber security tips.
Why now is a great time to review your exploration tech stack
Your tech stack is crucial for interpreting data and ensuring money spent on drilling is worthwhile. Is yours doing this for you - well?
14 Reasons Why Every Exploration Manager Needs to Shift to Digital Now
Exploration Managers know that a lot is riding on the results of their drill programs. So why not give yourself the best chance of success?
Cyber security for small miners: How to secure a laptop in under 15 minutes
It's easy to protect your small mining business' computers - for free! Take 15 minutes and follow these steps to secure your laptop now.
7 strategies for managing drilling data across multiple contractors
Struggling to manage drilling data from multiple contractors? Here are 7 effective strategies that can help to streamline your data.
Drilling data on spreadsheets: A false economy - and sampling nightmare?
Is managing your drilling data on spreadsheets a ticking time bomb for your exploration team? The impact may be more serious than you think!%2520(1).jpeg)
The High Cost of Low-Tech: The Impact of Manual Operations on Drill Programs in Mining
Discover the impact of manual operations on drill program metrics and how to switch to more efficient operations to improve your drilling
Springtech achieves product-market fit, rebrands to CorePlan and brings Jeff Elliott on board as Chairman
Red Terra investments boss comes on board as Australian drillers and explorers embrace CorePlan's new digital operations platform.
How to run smooth drill programs as a Junior Explorer in the modern age
See how Viking Mines uses CorePlan to run their drill programs, speed up decision-making and keep a team of contractors on the same page.
Junior Explorers: don’t settle for spreadsheets!
See how Junior explorer Viking Mines are using plod automation to ditch spreadsheets and focus on discovery.
The #1 software every mining company needs (no, it's not CorePlan!)
Digitising your mining operations? Consider this software first to protect your drilling or exploration company from a cyber attack.
Have you missed your big hit without even realising it?
Spend more time on geology by streamlining your operations and reducing admin work with new technology that automates repetitive processes.
Cyber security for small miners: 3 tips for boosting software security
Are you making the most of your software security settings? Configure your software with these free tips!
What is the difference between CorePlan and AcQuire?
If you're using AcQuire, read this! Get the answers to your questions about the differences between CorePlan and Acquire here..jpg)
How to stop wrangling drill contractor data in one easy step
Does processing drilling data make you question why you became a geologist? See how Chalice Mining hit fast-forward on it.
Introducing CorePlan Mobile for drill plods, forms and safety management
DrillPro and CorePlan Safety have now merged into one app, making it easier for you to do what you do best!
The Exploration Manager's ultimate guide to digital transformation
Explore the ultimate guide to successful digital transformation for Exploration Managers and their teams, including what NOT to do!
How to scale your exploration project without compromising on data quality and operational performance
Need to add more rigs to your project but worried about how your team will keep up? So did Chalice Mining. See how they did it here..jpeg)
Optimización de la gestión de datos en la exploración de minerales
La administración de datos en Exploration es fundamental. Los tiempos han cambiado y el software de exploración de minerales aumentará o reducirá los plazos de sus proyectos.
How Maronan Metals monitors their Junior exploration burn rate in real time
See how Maronan Metals are using real-time data to stay on top of variable drilling costs and make better projections..jpeg)
The Rise of the Digital Drill Contractor in Mineral Exploration
Paper plods are becoming fossils in this digital age and today, Read all about the rise of the digital drill contractor
How mobile data capture is changing the game in mining
Finally, new technology is making mobile data capture accessible to small and mid-sized drilling companies. See how it's changing the game..png)
Enhance your drill contractor’s performance with these 3 proven strategies for success
Find out how boosting your drill contractor's experience can transform project coordination, guarantee quality, and slash costs!
Exploration Managers: how much is that drill program really costing you?
Have you ever considered the indirect cost of working with different drilling contractors on your drilling budget? Let's break it down.
How to spot winning Mining SaaS solutions in 2025
Discover Mining SaaS: The Smarter Way to Manage Complex Mining Operations
Colleagues Matrixx vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors
Colleagues Matrixx vs CorePlan for drilling contractors. Which is best?
5 strategies geologists can use to ace data capture and management
Avoid regrets on the road to inferring a JORC resource with these drill hole data management tips for the exploration phase.
Capture more data than ever before using the new CorePlan Forms add-on
CorePlan Forms is a digital solution for forms checklists, documentation and contacts and more for CorePlan Mobile App users.
Common issues that get in the way of drilling. Have you experienced these on your project?
Inefficient use of drills can cost exploration projects thousands per day. Are you making any of these costly - but preventable - mistakes?
A 2 minute guide to cloud-based drilling SaaS for drilling managers
A quick rundown of cloud-based SaaS for drilling contractors, including a list of different types of SaaS drilling teams are using.
3 things every Drilling Manager needs to know before booking a software demo [+free guide]
You're a Drilling Manager, not an IT Manager! Don't buy drilling software without reading this first.
Easy drilling burn rate management tool for Junior explorers
Managing your Junior company's burn rate is vital, but that doesn't mean it has to be complicated.
RC Drilling: What it is and what's good about it?
An brief explanation of the basics of RC Drilling and how it differs to other types of drilling.
How does CorePlan work with Micromine?
See how CorePlan works with Micromine and how it can help you get more out of your Micromine subscription.
Does size matter? How big your exploration project needs to be to go digital
Discover the sweet spot for when digital drill programs start to change the game for exploration teams.
Exploration Managers: say no to software buyer's remorse! [Free guide]
Prepare for any mining software demo using the 7 simple questions for success in our mining software buyer's guide for Exploration Managers..jpeg)
The Collaboration Revolution: How Technology is Redefining Work in Mining
Discover the evolution of collaboration on the internet, from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0, and the accelerated the adoption of collaboration tools
The pros and cons of cloud-based saas for drilling contractors
Like any business decision, there is a range of pros and cons that could affect your team by switching to cloud-based drilling SaaS..jpeg)
CorePlan recauda 4 millones de dólares para su expansión global
CorePlan obtiene 4 millones de dólares de inversores B2B de SaaS y ahora está listo para interrumpir las operaciones mineras fuera de Australia.
Drillers don't want to use software? Try this instead
Get to the root of why your drillers are saying they don't want to use tech and start your search for software your drillers will love.
6 signs your exploration team is ready to go digital
When is the right time to switch your exploration team over to digital drill programs? Here are 6 signs that you might be ready.
Drill program intelligence software: what Exploration Managers need to know
What is drill program intelligence software? What are the pros and cons? Find out everything exploration managers need to know here.
Introducing the world's first field activity app for geology teams!
Get the lowdown on the world's first field activity app for geology teams and how it can help managers and field crews work better together.
How to run a geology-led drill program as a Junior explorer on a tight budget
Running a geology-led drill program is difficult without the right tools. See how Junior explorer, Maronan Metals, did it on a tight budget.
Exploration Managers: don’t make this budgeting mistake!
Leaving drill program intelligence software out of your budget can lead to missed opportunities - and even missed discoveries!
Should you hire another admin for your drilling business?
Struggling to keep up with your drilling paperwork? See how Terra Drilling uses automation to cut down 30 hours of admin time per week..png)
Top reasons to pick a CorePlan drilling contractor for your next project - whether you use CorePlan or not!
Unlock advanced data management, analytics, and streamlined workflows by choosing a CorePlan drilling contractor for your next project.
Lantern vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors
Lantern vs CorePlan for drilling contractors. Which is best?
Australian Mining Review: Don’t Plod Along
Read the Australian Mining Review interview with CorePlan chief executive Alex Goulios and growth lead Sachee Perera.%2520(2).jpeg)
Drilling into the future: Is your drilling data ready for AI?
Explore how AI can revolutionize mineral exploration, transform drilling data analysis, and the steps to make your company AI-ready.
Geologists are only spending 10-30% of their time on geology. How do we change this? | Geohug
Geohug's panel of experts weigh in on #FreeTheGeos and the reasons why geos are only spending 10-30% of their working weeks on geology.
Drilling Hub integrations: what other software connects to CorePlan?
Find out how to use CorePlan to capture data and push it out across your digital ecosystem using four different types of integrations.
How to translate $ spent into metres drilled as a Junior Explorer
Every Junior wants money spent to translate into metres drilled. Tech is one way that Exploration Managers can make sure this happens.
