Data
Create a trusted operational data foundation that supports clearer insight and better decisions.
OT Cluster · In-person event
From AI Vision
to Frontier Business
Building the foundations for real-world transformation in mining & manufacturing.
The foundations of transformation
Move from ambition to measurable impact.
Real-world transformation needs more than technology. This event explores the connected operational foundations that help mining and manufacturing organisations turn AI vision into secure, scalable and sustainable business value.
Process
Connect operational processes so insight can move from isolated ideas into daily action.
Training
Equip teams with the understanding and confidence needed to work effectively in an AI-enabled environment.
Change
Build the organisational readiness and adoption needed to make transformation last.
Registration
Arrival and registration before the programme begins.
Welcome & Opening: The 7 Stages of AI Maturity for Mining
Set the context, objectives and ambition for the day, and introduce the key themes of the programme.
Wilhelm Swart — Chief OT Officer, 4Sight · Tertius Zitzke — Group CEO, 4SightCustomer Keynote: The Future of Mining and What Is Required to Create Operational Value
A customer perspective on the future of mining and what is required to create operational value.
Nicholas Finn — Principal, Integrated Planning, Kumba ResourcesExecutive Panel Discussion: The Connected Mine — Creating Enterprise-Wide Operational Visibility
Explore how connecting IT and OT systems creates a unified view of performance, breaks down silos and enables faster, better-informed decisions across the mining value chain.
Wilhelm Swart — Chief OT Officer, 4Sight · Koos du Toit — APM BU Lead, 4Sight · Handre Dreyer — Director Operational Technologies/Simulation Division, 4Sight · Jeandré du Randt — Chief BE Officer, 4SightBuilding the Data Backbone of a Modern Industrial Site
Explore how an IT Operational Data Store and Enterprise Data Warehouse support a Unified Namespace, connecting operational and business data to create a trusted foundation for visibility, analytics and AI-driven decision-making.
Marcel Meyer — Business Unit Manager: Data Enablement & AI, 4SightTea Break
Networking and refreshments.
From Data to Decisions: Building a Trusted Digital Foundation
Discover how connected, contextualised and trusted data creates the foundation for better decisions, advanced analytics, AI and improved operational performance.
Charl Marais — Optimisation Divisional Leader, 4SightDigital Twins Across Industrial Operations: Connecting Engineering, Operational Data and Information Management
Discover how connected engineering and operational data, simulation and AI are transforming Digital Twins into continuously evolving sources of insight, enabling predictive decision-making, improved asset performance and greater value across the asset lifecycle.
Koos du Toit — APM BU Lead, 4Sight · Handre Dreyer — Director Operational Technologies/Simulation Division, 4SightIce Breaker
A short reset before the next session.
Think Outside the Box with Simulation
Explore creative uses of simulation to drive business value.
Lauren Paynter — Project Manager, 4Sight · Retha Le Roux — Simulation Engineer, 4SightConnected by Design: The Power of the Connected Digital Ecosystems
Learn how connected data across mine planning, processing, maintenance, engineering, logistics and business operations gives teams a shared view of the mining value chain, while analytics and AI support collaboration and better decisions.
Chris-Marie van Wyk — MES & DT Engineer, 4Sight · Vanessa Rufo — APM Engineer, 4SightLunch
Lunch and networking.
Automation Engineering Excellence
Explore how standardised, scalable and future-ready automation engineering improves reliability, reduces complexity and builds the foundation for smarter industrial operations.
Willem du Preez — Engineering Manager, 4SightEnergy Intelligence for Industrial Advantage: Improving Efficiency, Sustainability and Operational Performance
Explore how connected operational data and AI can optimise energy use, reduce costs and emissions, and improve performance across mining and manufacturing.
Wilhelm Swart — Chief OT Officer, 4SightPrize Draw & Closing Remarks
Prize draw and closing remarks.
Wilhelm Swart — Chief OT Officer, 4SightThe value of attending
Why attend?
One focused day designed to help leaders connect technology possibilities to the practical foundations required for operational value.
Connect AI to operational priorities
Frame transformation around real mining and manufacturing outcomes.
Strengthen your data foundation
Understand why trusted, connected information matters before scaling intelligence.
Connect the operation
Explore how connected teams, assets and processes can support better decisions.
Prepare for secure scale
Consider the foundations needed to move beyond isolated experiments.
Support adoption
Bring people, training and change into the transformation conversation.
Clarify the next step
Leave with a clearer view of the practical building blocks your organisation needs.
Who should attend
Built for operational leaders.
This conversation is suited to decision-makers responsible for operational technology, mining, manufacturing, engineering, data and organisational change.
Mining LeadersManufacturing LeadersOperational Technology LeadersEngineering & Maintenance TeamsData & Analytics TeamsTransformation Leaders
Meet the presenters
The OT experts shaping the conversation.
Meet the leaders and specialists bringing practical insight across mining, data, simulation, automation, digital twins and operational technology.
Wilhelm Swart
Chief OT Officer4Sight
Tertius Zitzke
Group CEO4Sight
Nicholas Finn
Principal, Integrated PlanningKumba Resources
Koos du Toit
APM BU Lead4Sight
Handre Dreyer
Director Operational Technologies/Simulation Division4Sight
Jeandré du Randt
Chief BE Officer4Sight
Marcel Meyer
Business Unit Manager: Data Enablement & AI4Sight
Charl Marais
Optimisation Divisional Leader4Sight
Lauren Paynter
Project Manager4Sight
Retha Le Roux
Simulation Engineer4Sight
Chris-Marie van Wyk
MES & DT Engineer4Sight
Vanessa Rufo
APM Engineer4Sight
Willem du Preez
Engineering Manager4Sight
29 October 2026 · Microsoft, Bryanston
Build the foundations for real-world transformation.
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