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Akshay Athalye — Active Contributor

Akshay's author archives list his Reliability — it Matters! episodes published on Accendo Reliability (in reverse chronological order).


This author's archive lists contributions of articles and episodes.

About Akshay Athalye

Akshay is a Mechanical Engineer and Consultant with experience in the Transport, Mining & Fast Moving Consumer Goods industry. He has a passion for using data analysis to make informed and evidence-based decisions and a keen interest in Reliability Engineering. He is striving to change the way the industry looks at Reliability.

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RiM 35: One Size Fits All Asset Management?

RiM 35: One Size Fits All Asset Management?

One Size Fits All Asset Management?

In this episode, I speak with Philip Sage about organizations’ challenges with recording failure data and making the most of it, how this affects their ability to make data-driven decisions, and their inability to apply an Asset Management framework specific to their risk profile.

If you want to learn more about creating an Asset Management framework tailored to your needs reach out to Philip Sage through Linkedin.

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RiM 34: Understanding Distributions

RiM 34: Understanding Distributions

Understanding Distributions

In this episode, Miguel Pengel and I discuss Failure Distributions and how to interpret their information. We discuss everything from probability plots to CDFs and PDFs.

If you want to learn more about the different distributions, feel free to ask me or Miguel, and we will be more than happy to help where we can.

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RiM 33: Reliability Misconceptions in the Mining Industry

RiM 33: Reliability Misconceptions in the Mining Industry

Reliability Misconceptions in the Mining Industry

In this episode, I enjoyed having Miguel on the podcast. We talked all about misconceptions surrounding reliability in the mining industry. From the common mix-ups between maintenance and reliability engineering to the often-overlooked strategies for enhancing the role of a reliability engineer, we’re tackling it all.
We’ll discuss what it takes to become a better reliability engineer, clarify the distinct responsibilities of maintenance versus reliability professionals, and explore actionable ways to elevate the state of reliability engineering in the field.

So grab your hard hat and let’s break ground on some eye-opening conversations that can transform the way you think about reliability in mining.

If you have a question and want to contact Miguel, you can get in touch via Linkedin.

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RiM 32: Maintainer’s Magic: Strategies, Reliability & Work Instructions with Cameron Wight

RiM 32: Maintainer’s Magic: Strategies, Reliability & Work Instructions with Cameron Wight

Maintainer’s Magic: Strategies, Reliability & Work Instructions with Cameron Wight

In this episode, I speak with Cameron Wight about the importance of enabling maintainers to understand the decision-making process behind the maintenance they perform and why it is important to write the work instructions to allow correct execution and capture the correct level of information. Cameron also shares his experience in the defense, maritime, and communication industries.

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RiM 31: Why the MTBF with Philip Sage

RiM 31: Why the MTBF with Philip Sage

Why the MTBF with Philip Sage

In this episode, I speak with Philip Sage. Today, we’re diving into the murky waters of Mean Time Between Failures, or as some of us like to call it, ‘Maybe This’ll Be Fine’. We’ll uncover why relying on MTBF can sometimes be as risky as trusting your umbrella on a windy day. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with some solid alternatives that won’t leave you high and dry!

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RiM 30: Naval Reliability: A Cultural Voyage with CMDR Moore

RiM 30: Naval Reliability: A Cultural Voyage with CMDR Moore

Naval Reliability: A Cultural Voyage with CMDR Moore

In this episode, I spoke with CMDR Simon Moore from the Royal Australian Navy and Truong Nguyen from Babcock. We discussed what drives a Reliability Culture in the Navy and how it can be improved. Additionally, we explore the differences between Maintenance and Reliability in the defense industry compared to Mining or Oil and Gas, and the starkly different consequences they entail

If you would like to join the RAN and work with amazing people like CMDR Moore then you can find additional information here. [Read more…]

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RiM 29: Root Cause Analysis and Defect Elimination with Philip Sage

RiM 29: Root Cause Analysis and Defect Elimination with Philip Sage

Root Cause Analysis and Defect Elimination with Philip Sage

In this episode, I speak with Philip Sage about Root Cause Analysis and Defect Elimination. I wanted to understand the difference between both and learn where they can be applied. Philip shares his experiences and what defect elimination can do for your organization.

If you want to learn more about Defect Elimination, you can reach out to Philip on LinkedIn.

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RiM 28: Air & Sea: Shared Horizons with David Mangan

RiM 28: Air & Sea: Shared Horizons with David Mangan

Air & Sea: Shared Horizons with David Mangan

In this episode, I spoke with David and we chatted about the parallels across the commercial aviation and defense maritime industry. David shared his experience of what it was like working for an airline and what lessons can be adopted across the defense sector. We talk about the general population’s expectations and how the Airline Industry has been at the forefront of delivering world-class maintenance.

If you have a question for David, you can contact him via Linkedin.

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RiM 27: A Maintainer’s View on Maintenance Decisions and Life in the Navy

RiM 27: A Maintainer’s View on Maintenance Decisions and Life in the Navy

A Maintainer’s View on Maintenance Decisions and Life in the Navy

In this episode, I speak to Grahame Paton who worked in the Royal Australian Navy for over 30 years and currently works as a Reliability Engineer. He shares his view as an Electronic Maintenance Technician on the importance of involving maintainers when making decisions on maintenance changes.
We also spoke about the wonderful life the Navy has to offer, and its pros and cons but as Grahame says he wouldn’t have it any other way and is very proud and happy that he served for 30 years.

If you want to get in touch with Grahame Paton, you can message him through Linkedin.

Note:
All views expressed in this post are my own and do not represent the opinions or perspectives of any organization, company, or entity I may be associated with. It’s important to note that the content shared here reflects my thoughts, experiences, and insights.

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RiM 26: Hiring Tips for Reliability Engineers

RiM 26: Hiring Tips for Reliability Engineers

Hiring Tips for Reliability Engineers

Join me in this episode as I sit down with the insightful Christopher Butt to unravel the keys to securing that coveted role in an organization. From our shared experiences with Hiring Managers to practical tips on acing job interviews, we delve into what sets Reliability Engineers apart in the hiring process.

If you want to get in contact with Chris, you can contact him via Linkedin.

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RiM 25: Statistics for Reliability Engineers Part II

RiM 25: Statistics for Reliability Engineers Part II

Statistics for Reliability Engineers Part II

In this episode, I speak with Luke De Jager and hear his thoughts on the level of Statistical knowledge required to become a good Reliability Engineer. This is a very open-ended question as the logical answer to this problem seems to be, it depends. The dependencies arise from what you want to achieve as a Reliability Engineer.
Listen to this podcast, if you want to learn more about the depth of Statistics required for a Reliability Engineer.

If you have any questions for Luke, you can contact him on ⁠LinkedIn. ⁠
Let me know what you think of this episode. Please share your feedback with me!

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RiM 24: Maintenance Planning & Scheduling with Erik

RiM 24: Maintenance Planning & Scheduling with Erik

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling with Erik

In this episode, I speak with Erik about the importance of Work Management and planning and scheduling. This is an aspect that is quite often overlooked when thinking about Maintenance Strategy improvement. Eirk talks about the key elements organizations need to consider to improve their Work Management and this includes Priotiization of Work Orders, the Value of Productivity, and holding your people accountable. Listen in to learn what your organization can do to improve its planning and scheduling processes and move from reactive to proactive maintenance.

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RiM 23: Reliability, Availability & Maintainability (RAM) Simulation

RiM 23: Reliability, Availability & Maintainability (RAM) Simulation

Reliability, Availability & Maintainability (RAM) Simulation

In this episode, Shane Scriven and I, continue our conversation from the previous episode and build on Reliability Modelling basics. We talk about the differences between Modelling & Simulation and how uncertainty plays a key role.
We also discuss the various inputs required for simulating our assets and gain valuable insights for spare optimization, labour hours and cost estimation and ofcourse, the expected Reliability & Availability measures.

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RiM 22: Reliability Modelling Basics

RiM 22: Reliability Modelling Basics

Reliability Modelling Basics

In this episode, I speak with Shane Scriven about Reliability Modelling. Understanding the basics and building blocks of a Reliability Model is essential. The applications of Reliability Modelling are many, starting from the design all the way to its operation. The primary inputs to building a Reliability Model are component failure rates, repair times, & system configuration. The model outputs can provide valuable insights into the probability of failures and overall system reliability.

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RiM 21: Simplifying Hypotheses Testing with Sandeep

RiM 21: Simplifying Hypotheses Testing with Sandeep

Simplifying Hypotheses Testing with Sandeep

In this episode, I speak with Sandeep Jadhav about Hypothesis Testing. We talk about what Hypothesis Testing is and why we need it.
If you want to understand what the “p” value is and interpret that, you’ve come to the right place. Sandeep explains the concept of the Null alternate hypothesis as well as the producer’s risk or as he likes to call it an overreaction in the simplest way possible. If you were ever apprehensive about learning about Hypothesis Testing then this is the podcast for you.
If you want to learn more about Six Sigma and Hypothesis Testing, feel free to reach out to Sandeep through LinkedIn.

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