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GEOVIA GEMS vs Hexagon PPM Mining

GEOVIA GEMS logo

GEOVIA GEMS

Software

Comprehensive geology and mine planning solution

From
On request
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Hexagon PPM Mining logo

Hexagon PPM Mining

Software

Enterprise asset management for mining operations

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: GEOVIA GEMS the GEOVIA portfolio page on 3ds.com lists Surpac, MineSched, Whittle and Services but does not name GEMS or any of its editions, and no page found for GEMS itself publishes a figure or a named tier; Hexagon PPM Mining pricing is custom and not publicly transparent, requiring direct negotiation with sales teams
  • They diverge on capability: GEOVIA GEMS covers Geological modeling, Hexagon PPM Mining covers Asset lifecycle management.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where GEOVIA GEMS and Hexagon PPM Mining differ
AttributeGEOVIA GEMSHexagon PPM Mining
PlatformsWindowsWindows, Cloud
Founded19811975

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

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 GEOVIA GEMS

  • Geological modeling
  • Multi-element analysis
  • Resource estimation
  • Mine planning
  • Reserve reporting
  • MineSched
  • Whittle
  • Surpac

Only in Hexagon PPM Mining

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

Both cover

  • SAP
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

GEOVIA GEMS

  • Complex deposit modelingnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Multi-element estimationnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Strategic planningnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Reserve calculationsnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Compliance reportingnot Hexagon PPM Mining

Hexagon PPM Mining

  • Asset lifecycle managementnot GEOVIA GEMS
  • Maintenance optimizationnot GEOVIA GEMS
  • Document controlnot GEOVIA GEMS
  • Work managementnot GEOVIA GEMS

Where each one falls short

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

GEOVIA GEMS

  • The GEOVIA portfolio page on 3ds.com lists Surpac, MineSched, Whittle and Services but does not name GEMS or any of its editions, and no page found for GEMS itself publishes a figure or a named tier

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

GEOVIA GEMS

On request
  • GEMS Core$10000/year
    • Geological modeling
    • Data management
    • 3D visualization
  • GEMS Professional$18000/year
    • Advanced geostatistics
    • Mine design
    • Multi-element modeling

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 GEOVIA GEMS if

  • You need geological modeling.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want multi-element analysis.
GEOVIA GEMS 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 GEOVIA GEMS or Hexagon PPM Mining better?
Neither clearly leads. GEOVIA GEMS 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, GEOVIA GEMS or Hexagon PPM Mining?
GEOVIA GEMS starts at On request and Hexagon PPM Mining at On request.
Does GEOVIA GEMS or Hexagon PPM Mining run on more platforms?
GEOVIA GEMS runs on Windows. Hexagon PPM Mining runs on Windows, Cloud.
What is GEOVIA GEMS best used for?
GEOVIA GEMS is most often used for complex deposit modeling, multi-element estimation, strategic planning, reserve calculations. Of those, complex deposit modeling and multi-element estimation are not what Hexagon PPM Mining is typically brought in for.
What can GEOVIA GEMS do that Hexagon PPM Mining cannot?
GEOVIA GEMS covers Geological modeling, Multi-element analysis, Resource estimation, Mine planning. Hexagon PPM Mining covers Asset lifecycle management, 3D plant visualization, Document management, Work order management. Both handle SAP, Windows 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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