Technology in the Diamond Industry: Exploration

(ehudlaniado.com) - In today’s information age, technology is at the center of almost everything we do. From the food we eat, to the cars we drive, and yes, even to the diamonds we wear, technology is rapidly changing the way we do things. Despite the past decade of unprecedented advances in technology, there is no sign of things slowing down, and it’s anyone’s guess how we will be doing things in even five or 10 years. Although our industry still clings to many of its long-held traditions and values, technology is impacting all elements of our industry, from exploration to retail. The earliest stage in the diamond process is, of course, mine exploration. This is arguably the most challenging stage of our business, as the hidden locations of diamond mines are not always obvious to even the most skilled geologists. It really is akin to looking for a needle in a haystack, but new technology promises to make the haystack a little smaller, and the needle a little more obvious.