In this episode of Reliability Radio, host Brendon Russ sits down with Kendra DeKeyrel, Worldwide VP of Asset Lifecycle Management at IBM Software, to discuss the evolving landscape of Maximo . As organizations transition from legacy versions like 7.6 to the new MAS 9 suite, many face the challenge of abandoning heavy past customizations . Kendra explains how utilizing Maximo's out-of-the-box configurations allows teams to upgrade faster and unlock new features, such as Asset Performance Management (APM) and enhanced mobile capabilities for field technicians . The conversation also covers practical advice for cleansing data to prepare for AI integration and using AppPoint licensing to quickly test new proof-of-concepts . This episode offers a clear, actionable roadmap for maintenance professionals to embrace the future of asset management without the fear of change .
