Efficiency in mining isn't just about cost-cutting; it's about maximizing value while minimizing waste.
Data is the new oil. It's valuable, but if unrefined it cannot really be used. It has to be changed into gas, plastic, chemicals, etc to create a valuable entity that drives profitable activity; so must data be broken down, analyzed for it to have value.
I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying.