How do we select the appropriate system? What is the value and why do you need it? George Williams and Ramesh Gulati have it all covered.
[Read more…]Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices: CMMS Selection
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Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices: Reliability Engineers
George Williams and Ramesh Gulati discuss the importance of Reliability Engineers in the work space. -Why is Reliability important? -What does it take to be a Reliability Engineer? -What type of skillsets are needed? -Why is it important to have Reliability Engineers?
[Read more…]Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices: Preventive Maintenance
Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices: Certifications
Ramesh Gulati and George Williams discuss Certifications and the importance of obtaining them.
[Read more…]Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices: Asset Management
Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices: Asset Criticality
Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices: Block Diagrams
Mastering Maintenance Leadership
The Blueprint for Strategic Business Planning
In the realm of maintenance leadership, strategic business planning isn’t an option; it’s a prerequisite for success. The dynamic interplay of technology, industry standards, and organizational needs demands a clear roadmap for navigating the complex landscape of maintenance and reliability. Here, we delve into the significance of maintenance leadership in business planning and how it paves the way for optimal asset management and operational excellence.
[Read more…]Mastering Lubrication Excellence
Building a World-Class Lubrication Program
In the industrial landscape, the humble lubricant might seem inconspicuous, but it plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of machinery, reducing friction, and extending the life of critical assets. Achieving lubrication excellence isn’t just a matter of choosing the right oil; it’s about developing a comprehensive program that encompasses the best practices, advanced technologies, and a culture of precision. In this blog, we will explore the methods to build a world-class lubrication program that’s the cornerstone of operational success.
[Read more…]Elevating Excellence: Unveiling the Art of Maintenance, Repairs, and Operations Process Development
In the intricate web of industrial operations, maintenance, repairs, and operations (MRO) process development stands as the unsung hero, optimizing workflows, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the seamless continuity of production. It’s a craft that requires precision, strategic planning, and a knack for efficiency. Let’s embark on a journey to uncover the art of MRO process development and why it’s the lynchpin of high-quality operations.
[Read more…]Cultivating Excellence: The Art of Building a Reliability Culture
In the realm of industrial operations, a culture of reliability isn’t just a preference; it’s a necessity. It’s the bedrock of efficiency, safety, and sustainability, providing the fertile ground for organizations to thrive and adapt in an ever-evolving world. In this blog, we will explore the methods and principles that guide the development of a reliability culture, the essence of operational excellence.
[Read more…]Building Credibility: The Cornerstone of Professional Success
Credibility, often described as the currency of trust, is a quality that sets the foundation for professional success. It’s the attribute that influences how others perceive your competence, reliability, and integrity. Whether you’re an individual striving to advance your career or a business aiming to gain the trust of your clients, credibility is your guiding star. In this blog, we’ll delve into the methods of developing and enhancing credibility to help you stand out in your professional journey.
[Read more…]Exemplary Maintenance Leadership
The Backbone of High-Quality Operations
In the world of industrial and manufacturing enterprises, where precision and reliability are paramount, maintenance leadership stands as the unsung hero. Behind the scenes, these individuals and teams are the custodians of high-quality operations, ensuring that machinery hums with efficiency, downtime is minimized, and standards are not just met but exceeded. Let’s take a closer look at the essence of exemplary maintenance leadership and why it’s the cornerstone of a well-oiled operation.
[Read more…]The 10 Habits of Highly Effective Reliability-AM Professionals
Over thirty years ago, Steven R. Covey, renowned author and business management guru, introduced to us The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, which presented an approach to being effective in attaining personal or business goals by aligning to what he called “True North” principles based on character ethics. This book has become a best seller, a must-read, and has sold 40 million copies worldwide.
[Read more…]Duration of Job vs Labor Hours Required
by Phil Swanton
When planning and scheduling, we need to have estimated hours to be able to schedule efficiently. Without estimated hours it makes it close to impossible to know your resource consumption. To take your scheduling efforts to the next level you need to understand the difference between Duration of job vs. labor hours required to perform the tasks.
