IBM will establish a Natural Resources Solution Centre (NRSC) in its Perth offices in an effort to reduce mining industry IT costs and improve workplace health and safety. The project is being launched in conjunction with the Energy Research Alliance (WA: ERA). The centre is aimed at helping mining, LNG and petroleum companies “accelerate the development and adoption of innovative technologies and business strategies”. Chief executive of WA: ERA, Mark Stickells, said the NRSC’s goals will interact well with the objectives of WA: ERA. “The IBM NRSC’s mission fits directly with our research strengths of earth and resource sciences, carbon storage and geo-thermal energy,” Stickells said in a statement. “We welcome the establishment of the IBM NRSC in Perth. This builds on local research strengths and capabilities,” he said. General manager for IBM’s chemical and petroleum industry, John Brantley, said the project will be a collaborative effort. “The NRSC will bring together IBM experts with local clients, industry, tertiary institutions and strategic business partners to create ground-breaking world class solutions,” Brantley said. It is the fifth IBM centre of its kind to be developed worldwide and the first in Australia. Related content brandpost How an Indian real-estate juggernaut keeps growing by harnessing the power of zero A South Indian real-estate titan is known for the infinite variety and impressive scale of its projects, but one of its most towering achievements amounts to nothing literally. By Michael Kure, SAP Contributor May 31, 2023 5 mins Digital Transformation brandpost Hybrid working: the new workplace normal IT leaders discuss how a more broadly dispersed workforce impacts device deployment, connectivity, and the employee experience, even as more workers return to the office. By Michael Krieger May 31, 2023 5 mins Remote Work opinion Can you spot the hidden theme of CSO’s Future of Cybersecurity summit? By Beth Kormanik May 31, 2023 2 mins Events Cybercrime Artificial Intelligence case study How IT leaders use EV tech to fuel the transport revolution in Kenya Many African nations are starting to invest in electric vehicle (EV) transportation as a means to broaden access and help keep pace with global environmental initiatives. In Kenya, strides are being made despite industry and tech leaders grappling to By Vincent Matinde May 31, 2023 5 mins CIO CTO Emerging Technology Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe