Carly Leonida

The workplace is not a short-term or occasional human experience. It is one of the most psychologically influential environments in adult life. On average, people spend approximately 2,000 to 2,600+ hours every year connected to work. Over time, those experiences shape far more than performance. They influence stress responses, cognition, emotional regulation, trust, identity, decision-making, relationships and overall human well-being. This leaves us with an important question.

When collision avoidance systems – or CAS – first emerged in mining, the value proposition was straightforward. If technology could reduce the likelihood of vehicles colliding and prevent people from being injured, then it was worth investing in. While that argument still stands 20 years on, the context in which mining companies operate has evolved considerably.

Quickfire questions for inspirational mining and metals leaders. This month, Jess Scanlan, Founder of MineLife Media, shares her story. To continue reading, you will need to subscribe. Already have an account, login.