Bottleneck Analysis

Bottleneck Analysis is the process of creating scenarios to conduct extensive searches for solutions with fewer violations while preserving the NPV and geometries. Seeking solutions with fewer violations is important for optimizing mining operations and reducing risks. This allows for the discovery of more efficient and sustainable solutions that meet specific constraints and needs of the mine.

In Bottleneck Analysis, after analyzing a desirable scenario it is possible to identify the constraint/s with demanding requirements that directly impact the optimization results and cause significant violation issues. Then, scenarios should be created by relaxing these demanding parameters, enabling users to make decisions to mitigate risks and ensure project viability.