The Power of Story in Workshops and Presentations with George Williams at Streamline 2025

We rolled again with George Williams of ReliabilityX to learn about the power of story in workshops and presentations to facilitate maintenance and reliability learning on CMMSradio live from the 2025 Streamline Asset Management User Conference in Grenville, SC. Anyone who knows George is aware of his presentation and teaching skills – they’re unmatched.

Enjoy the episode and be sure to connect with ReliabilityX if you need a rock star presentation or workshop at your event! https://reliabilityx.com/ [Read more…]

CMMSradio Panel Discussion RP2025 Pregame with Real Deal Pros

In this episode of CMMSradio, Bryan Bieschke (UpTime Solutions), Alex Bolan of DigitalThinker, Andy Gager of AMG International, and Trent McJunkin join in separate segments to talk about what they might talk about on the upcoming panel discussion at RP2025!
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Tune in for a panel discussion recorded at the 2025 Sustainable Manufacturing Expo in Anaheim California featuring panelists Corey Dickens (Brightly) and Jim Mayer (The Manufacturing Connector) talking maintenance, maintenance management, CMMS, leadership, and change management in sustainable manufacturing!

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Live CMMSradio Panel Discussion at the 2025 Streamline Asset Management Conference

Recorded Live from the Streamline Asset Management User Conference in Greenville, SC! his CMMSradio Panel Discussion features Trent McJunkin, John Lindmann, and Zach Salvato talking maintenance management, CMMS, EAM, asset management, asset performance management, and more! What matters to your team, various aspects of change management, and where the impacts show up when this is done properly – we cover all of it!!

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From Machine Shop to M&A and The Real Value of Maintenance with Mike Payne

We talk with Mike Payne—owner of Hill Manufacturing and host of By the Numbers from the Making Chips network—about scaling businesses, valuing maintenance, and saving shops from extinction.

Payne shares how neglected maintenance can slash business value, why he’s passionate about helping owners exit successfully, and how his “integrated life” philosophy drives both productivity and purpose.

If you’re in manufacturing leadership, finance, or operations, this one’s for you.

Topics:

• Maintenance & M&A
• Business value multipliers
• Shop acquisitions & strategy
• Running a business like it’s for sale

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Make American Manufacturing Great Again at MAMGA.US

This week on CMMSradio, we meet Andrew Forbes — machinist, mentor, and founder of the Make American Manufacturing Great Again foundation (MAMGA). He’s building a pipeline of skilled workers through scholarships and hands-on training. If you care about the future of manufacturing, this episode is for you.

Register at MAMGA here: https://mamga.us/

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Planning, Buy In and Blameless Fixes for CMMS Implementation Success with Alex Bolan

In this episode, we’re joined by Alex Bolan from Digital Thinker Inc., fresh off the Streamline Asset Management User Conference. We cover a lot in a short time — from implementation pitfalls to training that actually sticks — with more in-depth episodes coming soon.

One thing Alex makes clear: successful CMMS implementation isn’t magic. It takes full-spectrum buy-in, effective communication, and a plan that doesn’t fall apart under pressure.

• Start validation early — it’s about confirming the system, not checking every box.
• Don’t skip planning — your project plan is your backbone.
• Training should build confidence — show each role how it makes their job easier.
• If your data’s a mess, starting fresh can save you in the long run.
• AI can help, but only if your data’s meaningful. No shortcuts here.

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AI on the Frontline in A Smarter CMMS with MaintainX

In this episode CMMSradio talks with Roshan Satish, AI Lead at MaintainX, about how artificial intelligence is being thoughtfully integrated into maintenance workflows. They focus on empowering frontline workers, simplifying data tasks, preserving institutional knowledge, and enhancing CMMS usability—without replacing technicians. Roshan explains how their AI assistant uses real-world interactions, customer habits, and reliable sources to deliver helpful, validated support while avoiding common pitfalls like hallucinations or irrelevant answers.

Key Topics:

• Embedding AI in technician workflows
• Simplifying data entry and troubleshooting
• Capturing knowledge from experienced staff
• Ensuring AI answers are accurate and sourced

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CMMS Implementation: Simple, Not Easy with Trent McJunkin

CMMSradio welcomes Trent McJunkin to CMMSradio for a thoughtful conversation on what makes CMMS implementations successful. They reflect on past and upcoming events while digging into real-world insights for getting maintenance systems right. McJunkin emphasizes that while CMMS implementation is conceptually simple, execution is complex—demanding alignment between technicians and stakeholders. Key points include avoiding common pitfalls, building strong business cases, training with purpose, and not letting the tool drive the process. The episode wraps with plans to continue the conversation during their June panel discussion.

Topics Covered:

• Building stakeholder-focused business cases
• Common implementation pitfalls
• Documentation of workflows and requirements
• Training strategies and technician engagement
• Smart data migration and cleanup
• Role of CMMS vendors and real-world experience
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Asset hierarchy optimization
• Use of AI in CMMS
• Feedback loops and follow-through

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CMMSradio Hijack Episode from Streamline 2025 Meeting Anjelica Williams of ReliabilityX

This man has a face for radio! It’s George Williams and he highjacked the CMMSradio podcast, with style and grace, to host Anjelica Williams of ReliabilityX from the 2025 Streamline Asset Management User Conference in Greenville, SC. A great interview where we get insights around what’s next for ReliabilityX and her approach to constantly building this high integrity brand!

Connect with ReliabilityX here: https://reliabilityx.com/

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No Data is Better Than Wrong Data with Peter Jurcso CERN at Streamline 2025

Peter Jurcso of CERN joins CMMSradio from the Streamline Asset Management User Conference 2025 in Greenville SC to talk about data, asset management, and more. Tune in for a fun and unscripted discussion from this amazing conference!

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Get Your House in Order Before CMMS Deployment with Joe Anderson on CMMSradio

Joe Anderson returns to CMMSradio to dissect the real keys to CMMS implementation success. He emphasizes that leadership, team buy-in, and cultural alignment outweigh any software feature. Drawing from hard-earned lessons and case studies, he lays out a practical, no-nonsense blueprint: from training and data cleanup to PM planning and asset hierarchy. AI may be buzzy, but Joe argues it’s culture and discipline that move the needle.

Key Bullet Points:

• CMMS success depends on leadership, culture, and team buy-in — not just the tool.
• Admins must be well-trained to lead coaching and involve operators early.
• Data migration should focus on clean, relevant legacy data and solid PM foundations.
• AI in CMMS is overhyped; disciplined culture and sound data come first.

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The AI Hype Train Derailed CMMSradio Live Panel at MCL Houston TX 2025

This episode is loaded with gold!  A real, raw, and unscripted on-stage event with two heavy-hitters in the maintenance industry.

We’re joined on stage, by Howard Penrose (MotorDoc) and Kevin Clark (Nanoprecise), at the recent Mobius Connect Live tour kickoff in Houston TX on April 7, 2025!

It goes back to 1954 – Artificial intelligence, oops we mean Machine Learning, goes back that far and now it is a hype train like no other!  Get ready for a wild ride through the buzzwords and related technologies, like sensor monitoring and how not to mount sensors!  We get a little CMMS in there.  This is all to get a real view on how this tuff works – Where it does, and does not, make an impact on the outcomes.

We talk about drift (AI Drift), hallucination, and more!  Set it and forget it is NOT a thing!  All of our people, process, and technology needs to itself be maintained!  Load in your comments to keep this conversation going!  Let’s gather, preserve, and pass on this tribal knowledge.  It is not about agreeing or disagreeing – we want to get everyone thinking, critically, about all of these technologies and always remembering the basics and foundational elements will serve us well to better leverage technology.  Share this with your network.

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The Predictive Monitor Journey – Built, Merged, Reclaimed – with John and Laurie Masiello

John & Laurie Masiello from Predictive Monitor join CMMSradio to share their incredible journey—from building MASY from the ground up to reclaiming a powerful predictive technology the industry almost lost. This episode is about grit, innovation, and refusing to settle for “good enough.” If you’re in life sciences, maintenance, or care about uptime in GMP environments… this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Built from the ground up: From machining parts in the basement to running one of the most respected names in validation and calibration (MASY).
• Predictive Monitor was born from belief: After a merger deprioritized it, John & Laurie bought it back and brought it to life.
• Overshield is the game-changer: Smart predictive alerts shift maintenance from reactive chaos to proactive wins.
• Excellence through culture: Passionate people + continuous improvement = their leadership formula.
• Why “good enough” isn’t in their vocabulary: They set the bar—and keep raising it—for the entire industry.

Connect with Predictive Monitor https://www.predictivemonitor.com/ and ;let us know how it all works out! They’re serious about delivering results!!

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Dan Anderson ReliabilityX from the SMRP Targeted Insights Forum 2025

Luckily caught a window of time from the CMRP Targeted Insights Forum 2025 to have Dan Anderson, of ReliabilityX, join us for a quick episode! We talked SMRP, ReliabilityX, and industry goodness! It is always great catching time on CMMSradio with this guy! A stellar human and real deal maintenance and reliability industry pro!!

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