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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.
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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.
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.
Why now is a great time to review your exploration tech stack
Evaluate your drilling software now - before costly inefficiencies impact your program.
What types of drillers can use CorePlan? See if you're on this list!
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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.
Top 12 geological databases for mineral exploration in 2025
A comprehensive comparison of geological database solutions for modern exploration workflows.
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The High Cost of Low-Tech: The Impact of Manual Operations on Drill Programs in Mining
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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.
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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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.
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.
The pros and cons of cloud-based saas for drilling contractors
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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.
The #1 software every mining company needs (no, it's not CorePlan!)
Protect your mining operations with this essential cybersecurity tool before going digital.
The Exploration Manager's ultimate guide to digital transformation
Learn how to successfully digitize your exploration operations and avoid common transformation pitfalls.
Remote field management: How technology is helping to rethink one of exploration’s longest-standing challenges
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Streamlining data management in mineral exploration
Modern exploration software eliminates manual data entry and speeds up decision-making.
Should you hire another admin for your drilling business?
Save 30 hours weekly: See how automation eliminates drilling admin headaches
RC Drilling: What it is and what's good about it?
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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.
PeopleTray vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors
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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.
Is your exploration data a mess? Here's how good data can supercharge your next project
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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.
Junior Explorers: don’t settle for spreadsheets!
Viking Mines ditches manual data entry to speed up drilling decisions with automation
Introducing the world's first field activity app for geology teams!
Real-time field activity tracking app streamlines geology workflows and improves team visibility.
Lantern vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors
A detailed comparison of two leading drill management platforms for mining contractors.
How to unlock more value from your rig schedule
Automate rig scheduling with live updates driven by real drilling data.
How to spend more time on geology with drilling reporting software
Automate drilling reports to free up geologists for core field work.
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.
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.
How to run a geology-led drill program as a Junior explorer on a tight budget
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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.
How to translate $ spent into metres drilled as a Junior Explorer
Tech helps exploration teams maximize drilling efficiency and track costs in real-time.
How to quickly onboard contractors as a Junior Explorer
See how one Junior explorer simplified contractor management and saved hours of admin time.
How to manage your drilling company’s digital transformation (the right way!)
Learn proven strategies to avoid common pitfalls when digitizing your drilling operations.
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.
How to Save Hours (and Sanity) on Drilling Cost Reconciliation
Automate drilling cost reconciliation and eliminate manual data entry headaches.
From Spreadsheets to Smart Solutions: Why It's Time to Rethink Data Integration
Learn how modern data integration tools can transform outdated drilling workflows.
How mobile data capture is changing the game in mining
Mobile data capture now accessible for small & mid-tier mining companies - see the benefits.
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.
How long does it take to get started with Exploration Hub?
Learn the setup timeline and key factors affecting full platform implementation.
How does CorePlan work with Leapfrog Geo and MX Deposit?
Learn how this drilling operations platform integrates with your existing Seequent workflow.
How geologists can use ChatGPT to do more geology
Practical tips to leverage AI for faster data analysis and better geological communication.
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.
Have you missed your big hit without even realising it?
Automate admin tasks to help geologists focus on finding your next big mineral discovery.
How Impact Drilling Services modernised their operations with CorePlan
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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.
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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.
Exploration Managers: how much is that drill program really costing you?
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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.
Easy drilling burn rate management tool for Junior explorers
Real-time cost tracking eliminates spreadsheet headaches and prevents budget blowouts.
Exploration Managers: don’t make this budgeting mistake!
Save money and boost efficiency by adding drill program software to your exploration budget.
Exploration Managers: say no to software buyer's remorse! [Free guide]
Get 7 essential questions to evaluate mining software before your next demo.
Drill Programs vs Projects: What does this mean on CorePlan?
Learn how to structure your drilling operations data for maximum efficiency and control.
Drilling planning software for exploration managers explained: A quick guide for program success
Streamline drilling operations with modern program planning and management tools.
Drilling cost software: Get more out of your exploration drilling budget
Track drilling costs in real-time to maximize budget efficiency and drilling performance.
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.
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.
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.
Drilling data on spreadsheets: A false economy - and sampling nightmare?
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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.
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.
Drillers don't want to use software? Try this instead
Learn how to overcome resistance and find software your drilling team will actually use.
Drilling Hub integrations: what other software connects to CorePlan?
Learn how CorePlan integrates with your tech stack using four flexible data sharing methods.
Daily drilling report software for drilling contractors
Learn how digital plod software streamlines data capture and reporting for drilling teams.
How to spot winning Mining SaaS solutions in 2025
Learn how modern cloud software revolutionizes mining operations and data management.
Cyber security for small miners: 3 tips for boosting software security
Free tips to boost your software's built-in security features
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.
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
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.
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.
Colleagues Matrixx vs CorePlan for Drilling Contractors
Compare two leading drilling software platforms for your operations
Digital Operations Platforms: What Drilling Managers Need to Know
Modern software that streamlines drilling operations and paperwork into one efficient system.
Can drillers actually go paperless at the rig?
Learn how one drilling contractor eliminated paperwork and saved 30+ admin hours weekly.
Diamond drilling: What it is and why it matters
A detailed guide to diamond drilling methods, benefits, and limitations in mineral exploration.
How to approve Plods without Wi‑Fi (and keep your projects moving)
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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.
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.
Australian Mining Review: Don’t Plod Along
CorePlan leaders discuss how digital operations platforms revolutionize mining exploration data.
5 trends shaping the future of every Exploration Manager
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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.
A list of trending Geology AI tools for Exploration Teams
Discover AI tools revolutionizing mineral exploration and geological analysis.
7 strategies for managing drilling data across multiple contractors
Streamline drilling data management with these proven methods for better efficiency.
6 signs your exploration team is ready to go digital
Discover key indicators that your exploration operations need a digital upgrade.
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.
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.
Are spreadsheets and paper costing you customers, staff and profits?
Manual processes drain profits and talent. Switch to digital drilling operations.
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.
