#198- Michael Hartley
In this cutting-edge episode of Mining Minds, we sit down with Michael Hartley, Managing Director of InterKnowlogy, a North American AI and performance visualization company revolutionizing how the mining industry makes decisions. From his early years in Nova Scotia to his global career in oil, gas, and mining, Michael shares a fascinating journey that connects human performance, data-driven decision-making, and the future of AI in industrial operations.
With real-world lessons, Michael breaks down how human factors engineering and artificial intelligence can change safety, efficiency, and leadership across the mining world. Discover how InterKnowlogy's Command Center and Caddi technologies are transforming decision-making at every level — from operators to executives — by helping people make better, faster, and smarter choices. This episode dives into technology, leadership, and the human side of innovation — a must-listen for anyone passionate about mining’s future, workforce development, and real-world applications of AI in heavy industry. Please help us Welcome Michael Hartley to the Face!
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Episode Chapters:
03:00 – From Nova Scotia Roots to a Global Perspective
06:15 – Human Factors Engineering: The Science Behind Better Decisions
09:40 – Turning Data into Smarter, Safer Mining
13:10 – Lessons from his early career
18:30 – Mining’s Future: Transparency, Trust, and Transformation
23:45 – AI Meets Mining: The Birth of Caddi
31:20 – The Human Element of Artificial Intelligence
38:00 – Changing Culture Through Smarter Decision-Making
45:50 – The Power of Visualization and Real-Time Insight
53:25 – Workforce Development and the Next Generation of Miners
01:20:00 – Building the Future of Mining with InterKnowlogy
