iottag has deployed next-generation tracking and monitoring technologies for some of Australia’s most prolific industry majors.
The use of real-time data, automation and integrated tracking solutions have become commonplace in the mining industry for managing everything from day-to-day operations to emergency situations.
iottag, an Australian technology provider, has established a reputation in the industry for its intelligent systems.
“iottag has been operating in the Australian mining sector for over five years, delivering advanced asset tracking, location intelligence, and automation services to industry leaders,” iottag lead solutions architect Stefan Camille told Safe to Work.
“Our focus has always been on building intelligent systems that improve safety, efficiency and operational transparency.”
Among the key iottag technologies being deployed to industry majors are platforms allowing for real-time monitoring of equipment and personnel. These systems are designed to help operators respond more effectively to changing site conditions and make quicker, more informed decisions.
“Real-time asset visibility is the cornerstone of safe and autonomous mining operations,” Camille said.
“With a single-pane-of-glass view into asset activity, companies can make faster, smarter decisions. Our systems provide the vital data needed to reduce downtime, manage risk, and create safer, more efficient worksites.”
Recognising that each mining operation has unique requirements, iottag offers configurable systems across a range of safety and operational areas.
“We take a solution-specific approach,” Camille said. “iottag offers custom-built, technology-agnostic systems tailored to each client’s needs. These include personnel safety solutions, emergency evacuation management, environmental monitoring, asset tracking and situational awareness.
“Our platforms empower on-the-ground teams with the real-time insights they need to operate safely and effectively.”
Environmental monitoring plays a critical role in identifying potential hazards before they impact workers or equipment.
Anyone familiar with the ins and outs of a mine site will attest there are a wide range of factors that can affect both health and performance.
iottag’s systems incorporate live data feeds that alert field teams to changing conditions on site.
“iottag monitors environmental conditions such as air quality, wind velocity, noise and temperature factors critical to both health and performance,” Camille said. “This enables early detection of heat stress risks and other hazards.
“By delivering live data to field teams, we enable proactive responses that reduce stoppages and enhance productivity.”
To continually increase the relevance and usability of its systems, iottag collaborates directly with clients to develop technologies aligned with existing workflows and infrastructure. This co-development approach aims to simplify adoption by users on site and in the control room.
“Unlike off-the-shelf providers, we co-develop many of our systems with clients,” Camille said. “This ensures complete alignment with operational requirements and maximises return on investment.
“Our hardware and software are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, making adoption simple and scalable.”
Emergency readiness is another area of focus for iottag.
Systems that support evacuation tracking and structured response planning can be critical during high-pressure situations. According to Camille, the real-time data provided by iottag’s platforms has made a tangible impact for those who rely on sound emergency processes.
“Our clients often express new-found confidence in their emergency response processes,” he said. “One of the most consistent pieces of feedback we receive is how our real-time evacuation data transforms high-stakes situations into structured, stress-free events. That level of assurance speaks volumes.”
iottag provides ongoing technical support, routine maintenance and system optimisation for its clients – a cornerstone of its mission to support the next stage of technological development in the mining industry. These services are intended to ensure consistent performance and allow for continual improvements based on operational feedback.
“We back our systems with global partner networks, technical specialists, and emergency support teams,” Camille said.
“Our service includes routine on-site health checks and 24–7 remote monitoring. We take full responsibility for system performance and continuously optimise to keep our clients ahead of the curve.”
Looking ahead, the integration of digital twin technology and analytics based on artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to add new predictive capabilities to safety and operational planning tools.
Camille said iottag is striving to meet this new wave of data capability.
“We’re rolling out the next evolution of our safety and risk control systems, incorporating digital twins of personnel, equipment and environments,” he said.
“Paired with AI-driven analytics, this will deliver a new dimension of predictive safety and operational efficiency across mining and other high-risk industries.”
As mining operations become increasingly complex, the need for responsive and adaptable safety technologies continues to grow.
Companies like iottag are among the next generation of providers developing tools to help meet that need, contributing to safer and more informed material handling practices across the industry.
“Mining is evolving and so must safety,” Camille said. “At iottag, we believe safety and productivity go hand-in-hand. Our vision is to empower companies with intelligent, interconnected systems that not only protect their people, but drive operational excellence from the ground up.”
This feature appeared in the May–June edition of Safe to Work.