Risk Prioritization in FMEA
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Carl and Fred discuss a question from a reader about risk prioritization in FMEA procedure.
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CR180: CMMS Friend or Foe with Maintenance Industry Veteran Joel Levitt
CMMS Friend or Foe with Maintenance Industry Veteran Joel Levitt
What happens when you mix nearly five decades of maintenance experience with a sharp sense of humor and a passion for teaching? You get Joel Levitt—trainer, author, board member at Reliable, and the mind behind the comic book series “CMMS: Friend or Foe.”
In this episode of CMMSradio, we sit down with Joel to ask the real questions:
Why does CMMS still frustrate so many teams? Why do vendors overcomplicate simple problems? And what can we learn from a real-deal pro with 50 years in the industry?
Tune in and find out.
MMS isn’t just about software—it’s about people, processes, and how data actually gets used on the shop floor.
Joel’s comics are a fresh way to capture decades of lessons—and keep them alive for the next generation.
We also get into the promises (and perils) of AI in maintenance, and what we risk when we lose sight of the fundamentals.
Key points from the episode:
- Humor helps address serious maintenance challenges.
- CMMS struggles with data quality, interpretation, and trust.
- Standardization resistance still holds many teams back.
- AI may accelerate problems if fundamentals aren’t in place.
- Storytelling tools like comics can improve knowledge retention.
Listen now and hear why Joel says, “The more things change in maintenance, the more they stay the same.”
Connect with Joel and Springfield Resources here: https://www.maintenancetraining.com/
Find and buy all if his books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/…
RH017: Shereya Parashar / Embracing Change: Digital Transformation in Energy Reliability
Shereya Parashar / Embracing Change: Digital Transformation in Energy Reliability
Andrew Daddo interviews Shereya Parashar, a mechanical engineer turned digital reliability expert from Woodside Energy. Shereya explains her transition to the digital realm, emphasizing the significance of data in reliability engineering and the necessity of understanding basic reliability principles before adopting advanced technologies like AI. She outlines three key components in developing digital tools: understanding the ‘why,’ recognizing the value, and involving the right people, tools, and processes. Shereya also discusses the importance of integrating digital products into existing workflows and maintaining them to stay competitive. The conversation touches on challenges and excitement around technological advancements in the field.
RG006: Industry 4.0 – Partnership with Wi-Care
Industry 4.0 – Partnership with Wi-Care
Good Morning my #reliabilitygang, this week we bring you guys an exciting announcement about our partnership with Wi-Care.
Wi-Care is an incredible wireless solution to provide high end quality Vibration analysis. In this episode we talk about Industry4.0 and how we are innovating what we do to provide even more value to our customers.
CR179: That’s a Wrap with Alex Bolan at the 2025 Streamline Asset Management User Conference
That’s a Wrap with Alex Bolan at the 2025 Streamline Asset Management User Conference
Alex Bolan sits down with CMMSradio to wrap up the 2025 Streamline Asset Management User Conference in Greenville, SC. Alex and the team at Digital Thinker, Inc, are already preparing for Streamline 2026! Be there! This event, focused on community, delivers at every level. It is not a selling event – it is all about adding value in asset management, maintenance management, and related.
SOR 1161 Our Unique Role in Reliability
Our Unique Role in Reliability
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Carl and Fred discuss the ongoing challenge between doing reliability work ourselves and enabling others to accomplish the work. And what is the future human role in the field of reliability, given the advancements in AI?
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CR178: CMMSradio Correspondent Katie Sanders Hitting the Booths at Reliable Plant 2025
CMMSradio Correspondent Katie Sanders Hitting the Booths at Reliable Plant 2025
Check out these awesome clips from CMMSradio Correspondent Katie Sanders! She’s a Dynamo! It all started with Reliable Plant 2023 Orlando Florida! The rest is history! Hear from Adrian Messer (SDT), Jon Fazenbaker (WCI), Shon Isenhour (Eruditio), and Dylan (Waites)!
SOR 1160 Data Gathering Challenges
Data Gathering Challenges
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Enrico and Fred discuss discuss the challenges of data collection in reliability engineering, prompted by a listener working in asset reliability. They explore why gathering useful data is often the most difficult step, how modern connected systems are changing data availability, and why defining the purpose of analysis is essential before collecting data. The discussion also highlights organizational barriers, data quality issues, and the growing role of AI in supporting data analysis. ᐅ Play Episode
CR177: A CMMS talk with George Williams Recorded at the 2025 Streamline Conference
A CMMS talk with George Williams Recorded at the 2025 Streamline Conference
WARNING! Real AF talk ahead! We swear in this one. A lot! We also swear, literally, you do not need a CMMS to have a reliable plant! We caught up with George Williams, of ReliabilityX, at the 2025 Streamline Asset Management User Conference to talk about CMMS in a super real way! Enjoy these real deal insights from a pro that gets it! Buckle up for numerous F-bombs and some real talk. Skip the talking heads!
Are you going to StrEAMline in 2026? https://streamlineconferences.com/
QDD 191: Shannon Cummings on Why Marketing Should Be in the Room Before the First Prototype (A Chat with Cross-Functional Experts)
Shannon Cummings on Why Marketing Should Be in the Room Before the First Prototype (A Chat with Cross-Functional Experts)
You’ve probably been there: a team of brilliant engineers, a clear roadmap, and months of work, only to launch a product that no one uses. The customer needs were never fully understood. Marketing showed up too late. The “why” got lost in the “how.”
This isn’t a failure of talent. It’s a failure of process. And more often than not, it’s because marketing (so often seen as a “support” function) wasn’t part of the conversation until it was too late.
In this episode, Dianna Deeney speaks with Shannon Cummings, a seasoned product and marketing strategist who’s spent his career bridging the gap between Marketing, Product, and Engineering. He’s launched life-changing medical devices, cut development time in half, and done it all by bringing marketing into the room before the first prototype.
This interview is part of our series, “A Chat with Cross Functional Experts”. Our focus is speaking with people that are typically part of a cross-functional team within engineering projects.
About Shannon
Shannon Cummings is a seasoned product and marketing strategist who helps organizations bring clarity to complex markets and build products that truly resonate with customers. He’s known for bridging the gap between Marketing, Product, and Engineering: translating customer insight into actionable product direction and strengthening cross‑functional alignment.
What Shannon and Dianna Talk About
Shannon doesn’t just talk about alignment. He lives it. He shares how early customer insight, shared processes, and intentional collaboration aren’t just “nice to have”. Instead, they’re essential for building products that matter.
You’ll walk away with:
- A clear framework for involving marketing early in product development
- Real-world examples of how cross-functional teams achieve breakthrough results
- One actionable step you can take today to reduce misalignment and build better products, faster
This isn’t about adding more meetings. It’s about building smarter teams, where everyone speaks the same language, and everyone is working toward the same goal.
CR176: From U.S. Marine Service to CMMS Support at MVP One with Jose Funes
From U.S. Marine Service to CMMS Support at MVP One with Jose Funes
In this episode of CMMSradio, Jose Funes joins to share his unique career journey, from his time as a United States Marine aviation aircraft data specialist to his current role in CMMS software support. His military experience in data analysis and maintenance administration provided a strong foundation for his work optimizing user experiences in CMMS systems. Jose discusses his approach to technical support, emphasizing effective communication and understanding user needs. He also reflects on his philosophy that true work-life balance doesn’t exist for those chasing ambitious goals, advocating for a blend of work, education, and hobbies.
Key Topics:
- Transition from military aviation data specialist to CMMS industry.
- Connecting military maintenance practices with CMMS software.
- Focus on user experience optimization in technical support.
- Work-life balance philosophy and the pursuit of ambitious goals.
RM 189: From the Factory Floor to System Design: Why Women in STEM Matter with Kristen Eckart
From the Factory Floor to System Design: Why Women in STEM Matter with Kristen Eckart
When we talk about reliability, we usually focus on materials, processes, test methods, and standards.
But what if one of the most overlooked reliability risks is who is not at the table when engineering decisions are made?
Today’s episode focuses on women in STEM, Science technology engineering and mathematics, and why this conversation extends far beyond mere representation. It impacts how problems are defined, how risks are identified, and how resilient our technologies ultimately become.
My guest is Kristen Eckart, an accomplished engineer whose career includes working in high-reliability environments at Lockheed Martin.
While Kristen’s background includes complex systems where failure is not an option, this conversation is not about any specific product or program. Instead, it is about the broader experience of women in engineering, the barriers that still exist, and why attracting and retaining women in STEM is essential to the future of technology and manufacturing.
For those of you working in electronics manufacturing, quality, reliability, or engineering leadership, this discussion connects directly to how teams make better decisions, reduce risk, and design systems that perform reliably in the real world.
This is a conversation about engineering excellence, opportunity, and why who we include ultimately matters.
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CR175: Asset Performance Management with Stephan Schomberg and Joe Caetano of Elevotec from Streamline 2025
Asset Performance Management with Stephan Schomberg and Joe Caetano of Elevotec from Streamline 2025
We sit down with Stephan Schomberg & Jose Caetano of Elevotec from the 2025 Streamline Asset Management User Conference in Greenville SC to talk about their journeys and what matters in Asset Management. We cover a ton of maintenance, reliability, asset performance management and more!!
