Summary
In this conversation, Rob Mora, head of global sales for Cohesive, discusses the critical aspects of asset management and reliability engineering. He emphasizes the importance of transitioning from reactive to proactive management, the challenges organizations face in this journey, and the significance of cultural change alongside technological upgrades. Rob shares real-world examples of how companies have overcome data chaos and highlights the need for leadership buy-in and measuring success to ensure long-term commitment to asset management initiatives. He provides practical advice for reliability engineers, stressing the value of starting small and engaging frontline workers to drive improvements in asset management practices.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Rob Mora and Cohesive
04:26 Understanding Asset Management and Reliability Challenges
06:53 Common Hurdles in Transitioning to Proactive Management
09:26 Cultural and Organizational Changes Required
11:59 The Importance of ROI in Asset Management
14:42 Real-World Examples of Overcoming Challenges
17:13 Lessons Learned in Asset Management
19:44 Practical Advice for Reliability Engineers
22:36 Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Asset Management
25:09 Why Choose Cohesive for Maximo Integration
27:43 Conclusion and Future Engagements
Takeaways
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Summary
In this episode, Evan Powell shares his expertise on spares management, discussing the common challenges faced by reliability and maintenance teams. He talks about the importance of understanding the problem with spares, taking control through a structured framework, and implementing demand-driven purchasing strategies. The conversation also covers the significance of review cycles for continuous improvement and the potential future integration of AI in inventory management. Evan provides actionable insights for site leaders to optimise their spares strategy and improve overall operational efficiency.
Chapters
2:00 Introduction to Spares Inventory Management
11:40 Understanding the Challenges of Spares
20:30 Frameworks for Effective Inventory Control
25:03 The Relay Race of Information Transfer
29:45 Demand-Driven Purchasing and Its Impact
30:04 Preventive Maintenance Planning
34:13 Review Cycles for Effective Inventory Management
39:50 Aligning SOP Processes with Spare Parts Strategy
43:32 Advice for Site Leaders on Spare Strategy
45:06 The Future of Spares and AI Integration
Takeaways
Keywords
spares management, inventory control, demand-driven purchasing, maintenance strategies, engineering teams, supply chain management, criticality assessment, review cycles, AI in inventory, optimization
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Summary
In this conversation, we sit down with Julien Maffre to talk through the intricacies of asset management, exploring the importance of a structured approach to asset-centric strategies.
We discuss the significance of master data, risk assessment, and the role of AI in enhancing asset management practices. Real-world applications and case studies illustrate the challenges and successes in implementing effective asset strategies.
The conversation also touches on the cultural aspects of change management and offers advice for young reliability engineers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Journey Overview
04:44 The Evolution of Asset Management
07:29 Understanding Asset-Centric Approaches
10:17 The Three Pillars of Asset Management
12:57 Master Data: The Foundation of Strategy
15:51 Challenges in CMMS and Change Management
21:27 Transitioning CMMS: Challenges and Opportunities
23:50 Understanding Risk Profiles in Asset Management
27:20 Three Layers of Decision-Making in Asset Strategy
28:50 Asset Strategy: Balancing Maintenance and Investment
32:36 Real-World Examples: Transforming Asset Management
38:13 The Role of AI in Asset Management
43:31 Advice for Young Reliability Engineers
Takeaways
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Summary
In this episode, Damian Lacey shares his journey from engineering to consulting, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement in manufacturing. He discusses his experiences at Toyota, highlights case studies demonstrating efficiency improvements, and explores the significance of data in identifying bottlenecks. Damian also addresses the challenges of sustaining improvement programs and the need for effective upskilling of teams. The conversation concludes with insights on underrated tools for continuous improvement and how to connect with him for further discussions.
Takeaways
Sound Bites
Chapters
07:14 - The Toyota Experience
13:41 - Identifying Bottlenecks in Manufacturing
19:55 - Case Study: Catering Company Improvements
23:08 - Engaging Teams for Effective Change
25:08 - Balancing Theory and Practice in Continuous Improvement
30:20 - Sustaining Change: Making Improvements Stick
33:49 - Unlocking Potential through Maintenance and Reliability
37:13 - Upskilling Teams for Long-Term Success
38:56- Lightning Round: Insights and Reflections
Summary
In this episode, Jean-Philippe Picard interviews Pat Wright, an experienced operations leader with over 20 years in manufacturing. They discuss the importance of continuous improvement, the tools and methodologies involved, and how to engage teams effectively. Pat shares insights on leadership, safety, and the challenges of adopting new technologies in manufacturing. The conversation emphasizes the need for genuine leadership support, the role of trust in teams, and the significance of small, incremental improvements for sustainable success.
Takeaways
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Chapters
06:15 -Defining Continuous Improvement: Tools and Approaches
09:26 - Practical Applications of Continuous Improvement
12:10 - Engaging Teams in Continuous Improvement
15:35 - Safety in Manufacturing: A Continuous Improvement Perspective
18:17 - Leadership in Continuous Improvement
21:24 - Coping with Pressure in Operations Management
24:10 - Handling Challenges and Team Engagement
31:28 - Data-Driven Problem Solving
33:50 - Addressing Underperformance in Teams
35:57 - Navigating Technology Adoption Challenges
40:01 - Overcoming Fear of Change
45:09 - The Importance of Pre-Meeting Discussions
46:37 - Learning from Failed Initiatives
50:14 - Sustaining Improvements in Operations
53:30 - Balancing Ambition and Employee Well-Being
55:46 - Recommended Resources and Quotes
Show notes
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Summary
In this conversation, Jeff Shiver shares his extensive experience in maintenance and reliability, discussing common mistakes organisations make, effective strategies for improvement, and the importance of planning and scheduling. He emphasises the need for a solid foundation in maintenance practices, the role of kitting and staging in efficiency, and the significance of avoiding delays. Jeff also highlights the importance of understanding criticality in maintenance and how to change relationships with maintenance teams to foster better collaboration and outcomes.
Chapters
05:46 Jeff Shiver's Journey in Reliability
08:35 Impact of Maintenance on Business Viability
10:59 Common Reliability Mistakes in Organizations
13:55 Understanding Maintenance Strategies
16:30 The Importance of Kitting and Staging
19:07 Avoidable Delays in Maintenance Execution
22:10 The Role of Planning and Scheduling
24:28 Precision Maintenance and Avoiding Defects
27:26 Building Effective Partnerships with Production
30:07 Prioritising Maintenance Work
32:15 The Impact of Reactive Work on Planned Maintenance
35:00 Evaluating the Value of Preventive Maintenance
42:39 Improving PM Programs for Better Efficiency
45:45 Criticality and Its Role in Maintenance Strategies
50:43 Changing the Relationship with Maintenance
Takeaways
Summary
In this episode, Simon Murray, a maintenance coach, discusses the three stages of maintenance and reliability, the common challenges faced by organisations, and the importance of leadership investment in reliability.
He introduces his training programs designed to help organisations improve their maintenance practices and shares insights on common pitfalls in maintenance management.
The conversation emphasises the need for data-driven decision-making and the importance of aligning maintenance goals with overall business objectives.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Simon Murray and His Work
04:35 Understanding the Three Stages of Maintenance
08:27 Industry Insights and Challenges
12:05 Overcoming Leadership Resistance to Reliability Investments
20:37 Exploring Simon's Key Programs
30:11 Steps to Achieve Maintenance Excellence
35:03 The Seven Deadly Sins of CMMS
38:59 Advice for Leaders in Maintenance and Reliability
Takeaways
Maintenance is a journey through three stages: reactive, reliability, and asset management.
Leadership often resists investing in reliability due to a lack of understanding of its value.
Data is crucial for justifying maintenance investments to leadership.
Maintenance teams need to communicate effectively with operations to create joint schedules.
Training programs should be tailored to the specific needs of organisations at different stages.
Common pitfalls include poor CMMS setup and lack of clear workflows.
It's essential to measure and report on the value of maintenance activities.
Continuous improvement requires a cultural shift within organisations.
Maintenance managers should focus on both technical and leadership skills.
Building a community of maintenance managers can provide valuable support and networking opportunities.
In this episode of the Factory Futures Podcast, I am joined by Rafe Britton to dive deep into the critical role of lubrication in industrial operations, with a special focus on the food and beverage industry.
We discuss the common challenges faced in lubrication practices, the importance of condition monitoring, and emerging innovations in lubrication technology.
Rafe shares insights into the frequent mistakes made in lubrication management, practical tips for improvement, and the long-term benefits of adopting best practices and proper training.
Link to the assessment Rafe refers to :
The Lubrication Excellence Framework Quiz :
1. Naviguate to https://lubrication.expert/ -->
2. Right below the header, a click on the button that reads "Start your 5 minute Assessment"
3. Enter your details
Some key take-aways
Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction to Lubrication Expertise
08:12 – The Importance of Lubrication in Industry
12:38 – Challenges in Food and Beverage Lubrication
19:01 – Procurement Issues in Lubrication
23:01 – Improving Lubrication Practices
27:58 – Asset Management and Lubrication Standards
30:30 – The Selection Process in Lubrication
32:47 – Inspection and Condition Monitoring
34:44 – Understanding Lubrication Systems
35:41 – Greasing Techniques and Tools
39:38 – Auto Lubrication Systems
43:16 – Common Mistakes in Lubrication Practices
46:50 – Emerging Technologies in Lubrication
49:46 – Educational Resources for Lubrication Knowledge
Podcast Episode: The Essential Role of Lubrication in IndustrySummaryKey TakeawaysEpisode Chapters
Summary
In this conversation, I speak with Cory Pritchard, the MD of Predict Australia. Together, we discuss the critical themes of reliability and data in the mining industry. We explore the economics of reliability, the importance of predictive maintenance, and the ongoing data revolution in mining maintenance. Cory shares insights on how existing data can be leveraged to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs, emphasising the need for collaboration with execution teams to enhance data collection processes.
We also cover the importance of closing the information loop in maintenance strategies, the challenges associated with CMMS and data quality, and the need to break free from traditional time-based preventive maintenance approaches. We talk about a successful transition to predictive maintenance, emphasising the role of data in improving maintenance strategies. The discussion also touches on innovation and change management within the industry, concluding with insights on the future outlook of the mining sector.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:48 Economics of Reliability in Mining
05:57 Business Case for Predictive Maintenance
11:59 The Data Revolution in Mining Maintenance
18:01 Engaging Execution Teams for Data Collection
24:41 Closing the Information Loop
25:34 Challenges with CMMS and Data Quality
29:32 Breaking Free from Time-Based PMs
37:30 Successful Transition to Predictive Maintenance
44:17 Innovation and Change Management
47:14 Future Outlook of the Industry
In this episode, we had an insightful conversation with Erik Hupje, founder of Reliability Academy and a widely respected voice in the maintenance and reliability field. With over 50K followers on LinkedIn, Erik is known for consistently sharing high-value content with the industry.
The episode is divided into four key parts:
Introduction
The Road to Reliability Framework™
Principles of an Effective Maintenance Program
Advice for New Maintenance Managers
We’re confident you'll find value in Erik’s insights. Please share your feedback with us on LinkedIn, including suggestions for future guests you’d like to hear from—perhaps even yourself!
Intro & Summary
Welcome to our latest podcast episode featuring Tuulia Ijas. At the time of recording this podcast, Tuulia is between roles, having most recently been in Reliability and Maintenance Manager @ Asahi Beverages.
In the episode, Tuulia Ijas shares her journey from production to maintenance and the importance of understanding the customer's needs. She emphasises the need for a healthy relationship between production and maintenance, which can be achieved through open communication, collaboration, and shared goals.
Tuulia highlights the significance of physical proximity and regular meetings between production and maintenance teams. She discusses the importance of understanding the impact of maintenance on production and vice versa, setting service level agreements, and using continuous improvement tools to improve the relationship.
In this conversation, we also touch on the evolution of the role of maintenance and reliability in manufacturing, the challenges of implementing predictive strategies, and engaging the younger generation in manufacturing. Tuulia emphasises the importance of open-source conversations and reassessing agreements in collaborative work.
She also highlights the changing role of maintenance and reliability, driven by cost constraints and the availability of data. Tuulia shares her experiences in problem-solving and the need for a poker face in challenging situations. She encourages manufacturing leaders to appreciate the moments of smooth sailing and surround themselves with good people.
Chapters
Timestamps may not perfectly align with the content, and guest dialogue may have been refined for accuracy.
00:00 Tuulia Ijas' Journey
17:17 Building a Healthy Relationship Between Production and Maintenance
23:00 The Importance of Communication and Collaboration
25:02 Understanding the Impact of Maintenance on Production
27:10 The Evolution of Maintenance and Reliability
29:06 Data-Driven Decision Making in Maintenance
31:13 Utilising Technology for Maintenance Analysis
34:19 Transitioning to a Predictive Strategy
45:23 Problem-Solving and the Poker Face in Manufacturing
47:11 Appreciating the Moments of Smooth Sailing
In this week's podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Filip Kramer, who has an impressive background in reliability and technical roles.
Filip has worked with several large companies across Europe and Australia and spent six years at Amazon. At the time of recording, he was a Senior Technical Program Manager at Amazon, and he has since transitioned to a Technical Manager role at Australia Post.
Some of the highlights from our conversation include:
As always, please note that the opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of our guest and do not reflect the views or opinions of their employer.
Intro
It's been such a pleasure to have John Broadbent on the podcast.
It's been such a pleasure to have John Broadbent on the podcast. John is a one-of-a-kind veteran in the industry with nearly 50 years of experience (even if he doesn't look a day over 40!). With a career that spans from his early days as a mechanical engineering cadet at CSR to founding multiple successful businesses and becoming a renowned expert in digital transformation, John's journey is a testament to the evolution and potential of modern manufacturing.
Throughout the conversation, John shares invaluable insights drawn from his extensive career, highlighting the challenges and opportunities within the Australian manufacturing landscape. He discusses the importance of smart manufacturing, the role of automation in addressing labor shortages, and the critical need for real-time data integration.
Whether you're a site leader grappling with operational inefficiencies or an executive considering the digital transformation journey, John's practical advice and proven strategies offer a roadmap to achieving manufacturing excellence in the 21st century.
John shares so many gems in this podcast, some of our favourite parts where;
- 00:01:35 - The Beginning of John's Journey
John Broadbent shares his early career experiences, starting as a mechanical engineering cadet at CSR in 1975, setting the stage for his extensive journey in the manufacturing industry.
- 00:04:13 - Insights into Smart Manufacturing
John discusses his pivotal role in building factories in China and Thailand, providing a firsthand account of the early implementations of smart manufacturing practices and their long-term benefits.
- 00:10:35 - The Challenges of Today's Manufacturing Leaders , and the Lego Meme
- 00:14:18 - Real-Time Data and Operational Improvement & Why OEE is becoming a Fad
John emphasises the importance of real-time data integration and its impact on operational efficiency, offering practical advice on how manufacturing leaders can streamline their processes.
- 00:16:18 - Driving around town with no dashboard and no windows, and the MD in the passenger seat
- 00:19:53 - Addressing Labor Shortages with Automation
John explores how automation can help mitigate labor shortages, using examples from successful companies like GPC Electronics and Coca-Cola to illustrate the benefits of investing in smart manufacturing technologies.
- 00:30:24 - The Necessity of Leadership Commitment
John highlights the critical role of leadership in committing to digital transformation, outlining the steps organisations need to take to align their strategy and achieve sustainable growth in the manufacturing sector.
It's been such a pleasure to have Michael Riches on the podcast.
Mike is passionate people leader, with an impressive logical, analytical mind. Throughout the episode, it's clear that he always puts people first, and that would be a larger part of his success. He explains the challenges and long-term benefits of implementing new technology, sharing some success stories and mistakes and previous sites he's led. He mentions practices like asset care software and autonomous maintenance. Mike stresses the need for preparation and sticking to long-term goals, even when immediate results aren't visible.
They also discuss how crucial employee engagement is for success. Michael shares how focusing on engagement led to improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and financial performance. The conversation wraps up with insights on leadership, making better daily decisions, and dealing with imposter syndrome.