By International Mining,
October 28, 2009 at 3:29 PM
Global demand for minerals continues to increase steadily despite the recent downturn in the world economy. Factors driving demand include population growth and rising living standards and expectations, particularly in underdeveloped and quickly developing countries. But while the broad macroeconomic outlook is bright for the mining industry and its leaders, the demand outlook also presents a mixed blessing for the industry. Companies, in their drive to create value, are being forced to search for new resources in more difficult environments where they are presented with a host of sociopolitical, environmental and regulatory issues and challenges that many have not encountered before. A whitepaper, written by Korn/Ferry consultants Michael O’Callaghan and Chris Campbell, is based upon a series of interviews conducted with mining CEOs, board directors and senior operations and human resources executives, focusing on their most pressing issues - both now and into the future. These discussions offer insights into how companies can be proactive in addressing the variety of challenges facing the industry. (more…)