Recorded live at IMC 2025, this episode of Reliability Radio features Andrew Dixon, COO of MaxGrip, in a thoughtful discussion on AI, change management, and the gap between ambition and execution. Hosts Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ explore why AI success in reliability isn’t a technology problem—it’s a people and process challenge. A grounded conversation on turning AI promise into real operational impact.
Many organizations stall their predictive maintenance journeys due to perceived high costs and lengthy deployment timelines. Clayton Bahn of AssetWatch joins the podcast to explain how modern, wireless solutions can move from installation to actionable insights in just seven days—challenging the industry's "fear of the unknown" and the paralysis of analysis.
At IMC 2025, Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ sit down with Nick Haase, co‑founder of MaintainX, to explore executive inaction—why leaders stall on decisions, how it puts reliability programs at risk, and what it takes to spark action before failure forces change.
Stop "boiling the ocean" with your reliability program. Patrick Heiser (Nanoprecise) reveals the blueprint for success using RCM-R. From targeted pilots to global scaling, discover how to streamline your maintenance strategy and gain true technician buy-in.
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A sharp look into the hidden costs and chaos of spare parts management — and how better data, visibility, and standardization can finally bring MRO under control.
How do you get maintenance technicians to actually use mobile tools? Aaron Hermes joins Reliability Radio to discuss "mobile relevance"—the art of simplifying data for the field. From battling screen glare to defining clear objectives, discover how to make mobile technology truly fit for purpose.
Everyone wants reliability results hot, fast, and now—but that mindset can derail long-term success. From IMC 2025, Daniel Roșu of Reckitt joins Reliability Radio to unpack why TPM is a multi‑year journey, how AI can accelerate insights (not culture change), and what leaders must do to earn buy‑in from the shop floor to the C‑suite.
Get ready for a powerful Reliability Radio conversation as Glenn Simmons of Sabert Corporation joins hosts Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ to break down the real‑world challenges of technology adoption, technician behavior, and modern reliability practices. From data capture gaps to AI-assisted improvements, Glenn shares insights earned across three decades in the field.
Are you guilty of "Reliability Word Salad"? Jim Carrel joins us at TRC25 to explain why using buzzwords without understanding the fundamentals is hurting the industry. We discuss the real meaning of RCM, the importance of coachability, and why you should never give up on the journey to reliability excellence.
They discuss the critical need for persistence in asset validation, why reliability is a never-ending journey, and how to handle skepticism in the field. Tune in for career advice, the reality of AI, and why you should never put a "horse slide" in your presentation.
Is AI coming to take your job, or save it? Fabrice Gray of I-care joins Reliability Radio to discuss how bottom-up technology strategies can combat the "Silver Tsunami" and workforce shortages. Learn why the future of maintenance looks less like a traditional factory and more like a Formula 1 pit crew, where AI turns raw data into surgical precision.
Feeling overwhelmed by constant demands? Bryce Steffens (JLL) reveals the "Glug Effect"—and how to stop it. Learn his unique strategy: eliminate your own job by documenting tacit knowledge. This not only prepares you for technology shifts but frees up time for passionate work and dramatically improves team reliability.
On this episode of Reliability Radio, hosts Jonathan Guiney and Brendan Russ welcome Michael Bigelow, Systems Engineering, Energy and Water Efficiency lead at Seattle Children’s Hospital, to discuss the extreme measures taken to ensure the reliability of critical assets, specifically patient transport elevators.
On Reliability Radio, Hosts Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ interview JLL's Matt Vilardebo about his four-decade career in reliability. Hear his unique perspective on why organizations still resist proactive maintenance, the arrogance that leads to catastrophic failures, and the challenges of integrating predictive data into a formal work order system.
AI is mentioned 43 times on earnings calls, but is it the answer? Bill Kilby reveals that even with 5 billion sensor readings processed daily, Weight Sensor Technology insists on a human in the loop. Learn why analyst experience is irreplaceable, and how to harness AI without outsourcing your critical thinking.
AI is everywhere, but it's not an "easy button." Candi Robinson reveals why 20 years of bad data and printing work orders will derail your AI strategy. Learn the foundational steps you must take to accelerate your time-to-value and transform your business before the technology works for you.
Do you have an ultrasonic tool collecting dust in a closet? Allen Rienstra reveals why 70% of new condition monitoring programs fail: they skip continuous training. Learn the crucial difference between certification and implementation training and discover why ultrasound owns the apex of the P-F curve.
Maximo® Predict is great, but here's the truth: standard wireless vibration fails to detect the #1 cause of machine failure. Robert Skeirik, a vibration expert with 13 patents, reveals why "overall" readings miss rolling element defects and how i-care uses a multi-parameter sensor to give you a true, actionable timeline.
Jon Mortensen from IFS discusses the end-to-end Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM) journey. Learn how their Asset Investment Planning (AIP) solution optimizes constrained capital over 20 years and how a pragmatic 'Industrial AI' approach automates tedious busywork and prepares the enterprise for the next phase: AI Agents.
How do you go from a brand new reliability engineer to a CRL Black Belt in just two and a half years? Sheldon Roper of JLL shares his journey, revealing that the key isn't extra work, but simply documenting the valuable projects you're already doing every day. Learn what it takes to get your Black Belt and why this prestigious certification is a powerful tool for demonstrating value to your organization.