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Dassault Systemes GEOVIA vs Hexagon PPM Mining

Dassault Systemes GEOVIA logo

Dassault Systemes GEOVIA

Mining & Resources

Comprehensive mining and geoscience platform

From
On request
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Hexagon PPM Mining logo

Hexagon PPM Mining

Mining & Resources

Enterprise asset management for mining operations

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Dassault Systemes GEOVIA 3ds.com's GEOVIA portfolio page names its product categories but every pricing action is a 'Contact us' link; no edition names, tiers or figures are published anywhere on the page; Hexagon PPM Mining pricing is custom and not publicly transparent, requiring direct negotiation with sales teams
  • They diverge on capability: Dassault Systemes GEOVIA covers Integrated mining platform, Hexagon PPM Mining covers Asset lifecycle management.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Dassault Systemes GEOVIA and Hexagon PPM Mining actually diverge.

Attributes where Dassault Systemes GEOVIA and Hexagon PPM Mining differ
AttributeDassault Systemes GEOVIAHexagon PPM Mining
PlatformsWindows, WebWindows, Cloud
Founded19811975

Identical on both: starting price (On request), pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Mining & Resources).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Dassault Systemes GEOVIA

  • Integrated mining platform
  • Geological modeling
  • Mine planning
  • Production scheduling
  • Operations management
  • 3DEXPERIENCE platform
  • CAD systems

Only in Hexagon PPM Mining

  • Asset lifecycle management
  • 3D plant visualization
  • Document management
  • Work order management
  • Reliability analytics
  • Mobile inspections
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • AutoCAD

Both cover

  • SAP
  • Oracle
  • Windows support
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Dassault Systemes GEOVIA

  • Complete mine lifecycle managementnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Strategic planningnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Operational optimizationnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Digital transformationnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Integrated reportingnot Hexagon PPM Mining

Hexagon PPM Mining

  • Asset lifecycle managementnot Dassault Systemes GEOVIA
  • Maintenance optimizationnot Dassault Systemes GEOVIA
  • Document controlnot Dassault Systemes GEOVIA
  • Work managementnot Dassault Systemes GEOVIA

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Dassault Systemes GEOVIA

  • 3ds.com's GEOVIA portfolio page names its product categories but every pricing action is a 'Contact us' link; no edition names, tiers or figures are published anywhere on the page

Hexagon PPM Mining

  • Pricing is custom and not publicly transparent, requiring direct negotiation with sales teams
  • Block model management traditionally lacked version control and audit trails, though the new Block Model Manager addresses this
  • Manual configuration of pit optimization scenarios is time-consuming and limits the ability to evaluate multiple scenarios quickly
  • Implementation and adoption require significant training due to the breadth of modules and complex workflows

Pricing, plan by plan

Dassault Systemes GEOVIA

On request
  • GEOVIA Suite$35000/year
    • All GEOVIA products
    • Integrated platform
    • Priority support

Hexagon PPM Mining

On request
  • Hexagon PPM Standard$undefined/month
    • Asset management
    • Document control
    • 3D visualization
  • Hexagon PPM Enterprise$undefined/month
    • All Standard
    • Enterprise integration
    • Advanced analytics

Which should you pick?

Choose Dassault Systemes GEOVIA if

  • You need integrated mining platform.
  • You work on Windows, Web.
  • You also want geological modeling.
Dassault Systemes GEOVIA review

Choose Hexagon PPM Mining if

  • You need asset lifecycle management.
  • You work on Windows, Cloud.
  • You also want 3d plant visualization.
Hexagon PPM Mining review

Questions people ask

Is Dassault Systemes GEOVIA or Hexagon PPM Mining better?
Neither clearly leads. Dassault Systemes GEOVIA starts at On request and Hexagon PPM Mining at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Dassault Systemes GEOVIA or Hexagon PPM Mining?
Dassault Systemes GEOVIA starts at On request and Hexagon PPM Mining at On request.
Does Dassault Systemes GEOVIA or Hexagon PPM Mining run on more platforms?
Dassault Systemes GEOVIA runs on Windows, Web. Hexagon PPM Mining runs on Windows, Cloud.
What is Dassault Systemes GEOVIA best used for?
Dassault Systemes GEOVIA is most often used for complete mine lifecycle management, strategic planning, operational optimization, digital transformation. Of those, complete mine lifecycle management and strategic planning are not what Hexagon PPM Mining is typically brought in for.
What can Dassault Systemes GEOVIA do that Hexagon PPM Mining cannot?
Dassault Systemes GEOVIA covers Integrated mining platform, Geological modeling, Mine planning, Production scheduling. Hexagon PPM Mining covers Asset lifecycle management, 3D plant visualization, Document management, Work order management. Both handle SAP, Oracle, Windows support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Hexagon PPM Mining: What does Hexagon MinePlan do?

Hexagon MinePlan is an integrated mine planning platform that handles 3D modeling, geological interpretation, block modeling, resource estimation, pit optimization, mine design, and scheduling for open pit and underground mines.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: Does Hexagon MinePlan have APIs for integration?

Yes. The Block Model Manager includes APIs for custom analytics and seamless integration with other mining software like Datamine and Vulcan, eliminating manual import/export of block model data.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: How much does Hexagon MinePlan cost?

Hexagon does not publicly list pricing. Costs are customized based on selected modules (geological modeling, pit optimization, scheduling, etc.), mine size and complexity, and support requirements. Licensing can be perpetual or subscription-based.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: What platforms does Hexagon MinePlan run on?

Hexagon MinePlan runs on Windows operating systems and supports cloud deployment options through Hexagon's cloud infrastructure.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: Does Hexagon MinePlan offer training and support?

Yes. Hexagon provides comprehensive training programs, documentation, and customer support services for MinePlan users, with training resources available through their support portal.

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