The Stand SE 2 - Unlocking Reliability: Paul Monus on Defect Elimination

Welcome back to 'The Stand,' where we bring you invaluable insights from leading experts in asset management and reliability. Today, we are thrilled to host Paul Monus, a veteran in the field, who sheds light on the crucial topic of defect elimination. Paul addresses the persistent challenge of achieving steady-state reliability in the industry. He explains that while technical approaches have been around for decades, the social aspects of change are often overlooked.

He introduces the concept of stable domains in plant performance, emphasizing the need for behavioral changes among personnel to reach higher performance levels. Paul highlights the importance of collaboration between operations and maintenance teams, noting that the precision domain is characterized by a shared vision and cooperative defect elimination efforts. He stresses that defect elimination involves simple actions like following operating procedures and precision maintenance practices, making it a collective responsibility.

Drawing from his extensive experience, Paul shares a transformative project at a refinery in Lima, where a significant cultural shift led to remarkable improvements. This success story underscores the power of coordinated efforts and the necessity of changing work approaches.

Tune in to this episode of 'The Stand' to learn from Paul Monus’s extensive experience and discover how defect elimination can transform your approach to reliability and asset management. Don't miss out on these valuable insights that could drive significant improvements in your operations.