From Cyber Attack to Digital Transformation: How Redpath Mining Fast-Tracked an ERP Migration to Fuel $700M in Growth

With their on-premise systems compromised, Redpath made a bold move—migrating to a cloud-based ERP platform.

But this wasn’t just about cybersecurity. It was a chance to finally fix the broken workflows, bad data, and poor system adoption that had been slowing them down for years.

To lead the transformation, they brought in a big-name consulting firm. But as the project got underway, a painful truth became clear—strategy alone wasn’t enough.

The consulting firm focused on the overall migration, but Redpath’s teams were still drowning in missing data, outdated processes, and an ERP system they didn’t know how to use let alone setup.
They needed more than consultants in boardrooms—they needed an expert who could step in, get hands-on, and deliver real results.

They needed a partner who could bridge the gap between strategy and execution, tackle key deliverables, and ease the burden on their already stretched staff.

“The migration created enormous pressure on our internal resources,” recalls Mike Duchene, Manager of Asset and Equipment. “We needed someone who not only understood our challenges but could take action to solve them. We needed hands-on experience to meet critical deadlines.”

Redpath had already seen the value of working with Lonewolf, recovering $54.5 million by adjusting equipment rates. When this new challenge came up, they turned to Lonewolf once again.

Redpath didn’t need another consultant to point out the problems—they needed a partner to fix them.

Lonewolf Consulting stepped up to take ownership of critical deliverables, ensuring that Redpath’s equipment and maintenance sections of the ERP migration weren’t just completed, but actually worked for the teams on the ground.

1. Cleaning Up Decades of Bad Data

One of Redpath’s biggest challenges was unreliable equipment data.

Records were incomplete, outdated, and full of conflicting information across systems. Records were incomplete, outdated, and full of conflicting information across systems. With unclear asset descriptions, it was nearly impossible to track, group or manage them effectively.

Lonewolf meticulously cleansed and standardized data for 3,000+ equipment records, categorizing them by function, size, and rate.

This wasn’t just about migrating data. It was about creating a clean and solid foundation for smarter equipment tracking, better cost control, and real financial insights.

For the first time, Redpath’s teams could trust their equipment data.

2. Turning an ERP Into a Tool People Actually Use

The old system failed because no one had been properly trained to use it.

Instead of generic, one-size-fits-all training, Lonewolf created custom training materials designed specifically for Redpath’s maintenance and equipment teams, making sure they understood the system and could use it in their daily work.

✔ Work Order Management – Ensuring work was properly tracked and documented.
✔ Equipment Tracking – Teaching teams how to set up and manage assets efficiently.
✔ Cost Reporting – Helping teams correctly code and track expenses.

But this wasn’t just about learning how to use the system—it was about understanding why it mattered.

Lonewolf removed the confusing ERP jargon and used clear, real-world language so teams could easily understand the system and apply it in their jobs.

The training was so effective that these materials became the standard for other ERP modules, helping even more teams get on board.

For the first time, teams fully understood how the ERP fit into their daily work—and they actually used it.

“Craig was a wealth of knowledge,” says Nathan Klooster, Senior Planner of Asset and Equipment. “His candid inclusion of our field personnel reshaped our training materials and reasons for change.”

3. Automating Manual Processes That Wasted Thousands of Hours

Before the ERP migration, Redpath’s teams were stuck manually processing over 20,000 lines of meter readings and time entry data—a slow, frustrating process that took days to complete.

Lonewolf developed a custom batch upload tool that automatically formatted and prepared site-based data for seamless ERP integration.

What once took days now took minutes—saving hundreds of hours and eliminating costly human errors.

✅ Accurate Equipment Data – Over 3,000 asset records were cleaned up and organized, making it easier to track equipment, plan maintenance, and report costs correctly.
✅ A System People Actually Used – Teams were properly trained and fully engaged, using the ERP with confidence and efficiency, making maintenance faster and more efficient.
✅ Massive Time Savings – Automating 20,000+ data entries cut processing time from days to minutes, giving staff more time for important tasks.
✅ Internal Teams Focused on What Mattered – By owning critical ERP tasks and deliverables,

Lonewolf allowed Redpath’s staff to focus on daily operations and system configuration without burnout.

Unlike the big-name consulting firm, which offered theory and technical jargon, Lonewolf delivered clear, hands-on solutions that made an immediate difference. Now, Redpath’s teams fully understand and confidently use their ERP system.

This wasn’t just about surviving a cyberattack or moving to a cloud-based ERP.
It was about finally fixing the broken workflows, bad data, and poor adoption that had plagued the company for years.

By modernizing its equipment management, maintenance workflows, and fixing financial processes, Redpath became stronger, more efficient, and more profitable.

With better data and a system that actually worked, Redpath improved bidding, increased profits, and grew their revenue from $1.0B in 2021 to $1.7B in 2024.