Below the Surface: How Mining Organizations Are Using AI to Inform Span of Control Decisions

Mining organizations place clear importance on span optimization, but their ability to analyze and manage span of control effectively varies across the industry.

This research examines AI’s influence on span-of-control decisions, current adoption patterns, and the measures organizations use to evaluate success.

Key Takeaways
• Organizations report mixed capability in managing span of control, with most indicating some rather than strong ability
• AI is influencing span-of-control decisions for many organizations, with two-thirds reporting at least some impact
• AI adoption remains concentrated in piloting and consideration efforts, while manager effectiveness and productivity are the most common measures of success

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