In today’s mining landscape, compliance with global standards and the attainment of certifications have become key factors for market access, investment, and public trust. Companies in the sector seek alignment with benchmarks such as GISTM (Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management), TSM (Towards Sustainable Mining), and The Copper Mark, among others. Data Riders acts as an independent partner in this process, conducting comprehensive compliance assessments and guiding mining companies on their journey toward excellence in international certifications.
Gap Assessment Methodology: In a typical case, Data Riders conducts a full compliance audit, starting with a thorough analysis of the requirements of each applicable standard. Internal procedures, technical reports, performance indicators, and corporate policies are reviewed and compared point by point against global framework requirements. This document-based analysis is complemented by interviews with stakeholders (managers, field engineers, environmental and safety teams) to understand the practical level of implementation of the guidelines. Technical site visits to operations (mine, plant, tailings dams) are often conducted to verify operational practices in situ and gather objective evidence.
After collecting information, a gap analysis is performed to precisely identify where current practices diverge from reference standards. Each non-conformity or improvement opportunity is assessed in terms of its impact on safety, environment, and operational efficiency. Based on this, Data Riders develops a set of strategic and pragmatic recommendations. Instead of simply pointing out flaws, the final report provides a detailed action plan: it includes improvement suggestions, assigned responsibilities, timelines, and the necessary resources to close each identified gap. Prioritization is based on cost-benefit and risk considerations—for example, actions critical to safety are treated as high priority, while minor adjustments can be scheduled over the medium term.
Throughout the process, Data Riders maintains a cooperative stance and emphasizes knowledge transfer. Recommendations are discussed in validation workshops with the client’s team to ensure they are realistic and appropriate for the local context. Moreover, we provide a pragmatic perspective: we recognize ongoing initiatives within the company and seek to integrate them into the new proposals, avoiding redundancy and promoting synergy with existing efforts.
Results Achieved: At the end of the project, the client organization obtains a clear compliance diagnosis in relation to each evaluated international standard. This serves as a foundation for planning formal certifications or simply raising internal standards. In cases where certification is the goal (such as obtaining The Copper Mark seal or achieving GISTM compliance at business units), the consultancy results serve as a roadmap to meet the required performance levels. The benefits are tangible: reduced risk of regulatory non-compliance, preparedness for external audits with organized documentation and standardized practices, and enhanced corporate reputation among investors, communities, and regulatory bodies.
Em suma, a Data Riders reforça a governança corporativa de seus clientes mineradores, unindo rigor técnico e experiência prática. Como consultoria especializada em compliance no setor mineral, entregamos não apenas um “checklist” de obrigações, mas uma estratégia de melhoria contínua que eleva a operação ao patamar das melhores do mundo em sustentabilidade, segurança e responsabilidade social.
In summary, Data Riders strengthens the corporate governance of its mining clients by combining technical rigor with practical experience. As a consultancy specialized in compliance for the mining sector, we deliver not just a checklist of obligations, but a continuous improvement strategy that elevates operations to the level of the world’s best in sustainability, safety, and social responsibility.
