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In underground mining, “more data” isn’t the goal. Better decisions are.In this episode, Brett is joined by Safecrete Technology’s Cameron Baker (Founding CEO) and John Arundell (CTO) to unpack how they’re building a next-generation IoT and data analytics platform for mining — starting with high-value, niche use cases like shotcrete curing and paste backfill, then scaling into software-led decision tools.Meet the GuestsCameron shares how his path from the military to global safety tech shaped the way he leads early-stage ventures, and why listening (properly listening) is the skill he wishes he’d mastered sooner. John explains his transition from aerospace into mining, what he learned working alongside Palantir on industrial IoT, and why mining’s relationship-driven culture has been a surprisingly good fit.What Safecrete Is Building (and Why It Matters)Safecrete’s approach is refreshingly practical: use hardware to get into the operation, then let the software and analytics deliver the real leverage — real-ti