SMRP 2025 and Back to Basics with George Williams ReliabilityX on CMMSradio

George Williams joins CMMSradio to discuss the upcoming SMRP conference, trends in maintenance and reliability, and the critical role of CMMS systems in operational excellence. They explore the tension between new technologies like AI and the often-neglected fundamentals of reliability.

Key Takaways:

• SMRP 2025 will spotlight AI, workforce gaps, and reinforcing reliability fundamentals.
• Reliability X is deeply engaged in SMRP, offering workshops and advocating real-world improvement.
• Basic principles like proper operation and structured maintenance still matter—even as tech evolves.
• CMMS systems must be used with purpose: structured data, ownership clarity, and accountability are key.