Accendo Reliability Webinar Series

Why Accendo Reliability podcast episode with speaker Fred Schenkelberg I recently received a question about the artwork found at Accendo Reliability. Why castles? So, I provided an answer and thought I would share it in this webinar. Also, let's talk about how and why Accendo Reliability got started and how it's been doing over the past ten years. The basic idea of Accendo Reliability is to provide you with many options for your professional development. Plus, it provides a platform for those willing to share their knowledge, a place to be found by you, and those seeking such practical, useful, and meaningful content. Besides a quick overview of the site and all that it offers, we will examine a few different metrics that show the growth and impact of the site. Plus, we will discuss the site's various short- and long-term plans. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 12 December 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video, visit the webinar page. Related content: About Accendo Reliability page Purpose of Accendo Reliability episode Join Accendo Reliability page Introducing Accendo Reliability 2020 episode 2016 Status of Reliability Education 2016 Status of Reliability Education: A run down of reliability engineering training options available today See More Why Accendo Reliability A quick overview of the site and all that it offers: we will examine a few different metrics that show the growth and impact of the site. See More Accendo Reliability Mission, Vision, and Business Model The essence of the idea behind the site is to provide our community with great content to help you solve problems, learn, and improve. See More The post Why Accendo Reliability appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

ISO 42001 10X Bigger Than ISO 9001 podcast episode with speaker Greg Hutchins Greg is an opportunist. Greg wrote 4 best selling books on ISO 9001 in the 1990's (John Wiley). Greg now believes that ISO 42001 will be 10 X bigger than ISO 9001. Find out why? ISO 42001 is the new (FDIS) management system standard. Learn how to reposition your work/career/job for this new opportunity. In this webinar, Greg will discuss why he thinks ISO 42001 will be 10x bigger than ISO 9001 and address the following; What is ISO 42001? Why it matters? Why it will be 10x bigger than ISO 9001? What are the key elements of the standard? Why Greg's tagline Future of Quality: Risk® is now foretold. What you can do NOW to get ready and double your income? This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 5 December 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded webinar and slides, visit the webinar page. Related Content Thoughts on ISO Standards episode How to Avoid Becoming a Prisoner of Your Own Process with Brandon Weil episode Advancing the Reliability and Maintenance Standards of Electrical Systems with Alan Ross episode ISO 9001:2015 Certifications and the American Society for Quality article Fundamentals of Reliability Related Standards Using the right standard well can help your reliability program. Using standards poorly will harm your ability to create reliable products. See More Interpreting Standard Testing Results I have yet to find a standard test procedure that details what specific materials and failure mechanisms the test is applicable to. See More ISO 42001 10X Bigger Than ISO 9001 ISO 42001 is the new (FDIS) management system standard. Learn how to reposition your work/career/job for this new opportunity. See More Using ISO 31000 for Risk Based, Decision Making you will be able to use the standard to develop your own framework for risk-based, problem-solving, and risk-based decision-making. See More The post ISO 42001 10X Bigger Than ISO 9001 appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

What is ‘fatigue’? … and no I don’t mean feeling ‘tired’. podcast episode with speaker Chris Jackson Many reliability engineers know what fatigue is (in addition to feeling tired). Fatigue is an example of a failure mechanism.' A failure mechanism is the physical, chemical or electrical process that results in failure. Fatigue is interesting in that it allows something to fail without it ever being exposed to stresses that are beyond its strength. How does this happen? Fatigue is based on cracks. Cracks magnify stresses at their tips. So cycling stresses can have the effect of incrementally (and sometimes very slowly) increasing the crack length at the tip. Fatigue has caused all manners of failures that have surprised us throughout the history of engineering. But now we have learned so much more about this really fascinating failure mechanism can cause steel, aluminium and other material to fail, even when the stresses they experience are tiny. Want to learn more about fatigue? And how you can help prevent it? Join us for this webinar. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 28 November 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video/audio and PDF workbook of the event, visit the webinar page. Additional content that may be of interest Recognizing Basic Gear Fatigue Failure Patterns article Part II: The 4 Basic Physical Failure Mechanisms of Component Failure: Fatigue & Overload article Metal Fatigue Failure article Metal Fatigue Failure Mechanism Accelerated Life Testing article Norris-Landzberg Solder Joint Fatigue article   Fundamentals of FRACAS This webinar introduces you to the basic elements of FRACAS. Plus, we examine a few failed programs so that you can avoid problems. See More Fundamentals of Root Cause Analysis Let's discuss when you have sufficient understanding of a failure mechanism to implement a solution and a few common obstacles to avoid. See More Essential Reliability Engineering Concepts Let's discuss the concept of failures along with a few other concepts universal to reliability engineering. See More Preventing Moisture and Corrosion Damage The goal is to educate the audience on options to prevent electronic equipment failure used in enclosed spaces from corrosion. See More What is Fatigue? Fatigue is interesting in that it allows something to fail without it ever being exposed to stresses that are beyond its strength. See More So What is the Root Cause? This webinar takes you through a framework to explore the understand the root cause of a failure, something we can do something about. See More Focus on Failure Mechanisms Let's explore the many ways something can fail and how understanding failure mechanisms makes a difference. See More Using Fault Trees to Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Discover the power of root cause analysis with fault trees. Uncover the hidden causes of failure and improve your reliability process. See More Fundamentals of Early Field Results Let's explore the concept of a delta phase and how to implement it in your organization. Plus, how to implement it in various product types. See More The post What is Fatigue? appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Reliability as a Process podcast episode with speaker Fred Schenkelberg We do not do reliability . Reliability doesn't just happen to a product well, it does with or without our intervention. To achieve the stated reliability objectives for a new product or production line, we can trust to luck or sort out what needs to happen to realize the objectives. Carl and I have found that there isn't a set of methods that we always use or recommend. There is no one-size-fits-all plan. We have found there exists a set of steps that we tend to follow as a guide. A framework for thinking through what needs to happen that improves the outcomes. Steps that add value. Let's discuss the process of achieving reliability objectives. This may be a change in approach for some of you, for others, a chance to enhance what you already do. The idea is to explore in detail why we think achieving reliability objectives is best done using a process approach. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 14 November 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video, visit the webinar page. Related content: The Process of Reliability Engineering book Why is Reliability a Process? episode The Early Design Process and Reliability episode Putting Reliability Plans Together episode The Need for Proper Reliability Plan episode Building a Reliability Plan Let's discuss how to build an effective reliability plan that fits your specific situation. The key is to add value with each step. See More Create a Meaningful Environmental Test Plan Let's explore the steps and resources you should consider when creating an environmental test plan for each product. See More Basic Steps to Building Your Reliability Plan Let's discuss the basic elements and critical questions as you build your reliability plan fitting the right tasks to each situation. See More Selecting the Right Reliability Tools There are dozens of reliability tools. How does a reliability practitioner know which specific tools to use in a new reliability program? See More Creating an Effective Reliability Plan A Reliability plan is a guide to achieve the organization's reliability objectives. A few steps and considerations will make a plan effective. See More Selecting Reliability Engineering Tools The selection hinges on knowing what is available, understanding the current situation, and available information, plus ... See More Essential Reliability Engineering Techniques Your science, engineering, and math formal training will serve you well as a reliability engineer, and that is not enough to be successful. See More 6 Essential Reliability Engineering Formulas Using a formula requires understanding the purpose, limitations, and assumptions involved. It also requires using the right formula. See More Reliability as a Process The idea is to explore in detail why we think achieving reliability objectives is best done using a process approach. See More Deliberate Reliability Testing Let's explore the many reasons to conduct testing and how to clearly link those tests to the decisions that rely on the test results. See More Dealing with Small Sample Sizes Let's discuss approaches that enable you and your team first to have the right number of samples and then how to deal with too few samples. See More Building a Reliability Plan updated This is an overview of the six steps to achieve high reliability from Carl and Fred's book. Creating and executing a reliability plan See More Selecting a Reliability Method As reliability engineers, we generate information for the use of decision-makers. It is how we influence decisions that create value. See More Linking Customer Needs to Product Requirements and Robust Design See More The post Reliability as a Process appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

How do I link Process Capability Indices to Number (PPM) Defects? podcast episode with speaker Chris Jackson We often use the word quality' to describe products that are manufactured with minimal defects ( and within tolerances). If you are involved in the field of quality (and manufacturing), then you might have heard of capability indices.' These are simple numbers that essentially describe the quality' of things being manufactured. There are certain guidelines and industry standards' for what these numbers should be. Have you ever heard of the 6 sigma'? It promotes a capability index of two (2). But what does this mean? These numbers also correspond with the fraction of defective products. Want to learn what these capability indices mean? and how to get them? and how to convert them to things like Parts Per Million (PPM) defects? Or better yet if you need to learn a bit more about manufacturing and how we measure quality in general? Join us for this webinar. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 24 October 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video/audio and PDF workbook of the event visit the webinar page. Additional content that may be of interest Process Capability, Tolerance, and Reliability webinar Process Capability VI Non-Normal Variables article Process Capability Article Links article Process Capability Analysis I Overview and Indices article SPC Sample Size Impact on SPC In this webinar, we explore the impact that chart selection and sample size have on chart sensitivity (the ability to detect changes). See More Reliability and Statistical Process Control Let's explore some cases where effectively using statistical process control will enhance your product's reliability performance. See More Understanding and Controlling Process Variation Let's discuss process variation and how to measure, monitor, and control processes to minimize the differences from one part to the next. See More 10 Keys for Maximizing the Benefits of Your SPC Program Progressive manufacturers use control charts to listen to their processes to detect and rectify potentially harmful changes. See More How do I link Process Capability Indices to Number (PPM) Defects? if you need to learn a bit more about manufacturing and how we measure quality in general? Join us for this webinar. See More What is Statistical Process Control or SPC? You may have heard of Statistical Process Control, 6-sigma, Shewhart, the Japanese Economic Miracle, X̅ R Charts or perhaps none of them. See More What is Process Capability Analysis (PCA)? A process is considered capable' if it creates products that, with production natural variation, are still within what good' looks like. See More Fundamentals of Control Charts Statistical control charting (SPC) is a method for monitoring and determining whether a process is in control or stable. See More Fundamentals of Process Capability Let's explore the steps necessary to obtain valid and valuable process capability ratios. Then, let's examine how to use this information. See More The post How do I link Process Capability Indices to Number (PPM) Defects? appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Reliability Data podcast episode with speaker Fred Schenkelberg One role reliability engineers enjoy is that of analyzing data. We have available to us a wide range of statistical methods, yet each does require some form of data. In some cases, we are data rich with almost too much data. In other situations, we are lacking data or have insufficient data. From vendor data sheets to field returns, we do have a broad array of data sources. Let's explore the common and the not-so-common sources. We will discuss the pros and cons of various sources. Plus, let's examine a few ways to use simulations or models. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 10 October 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video, visit the webinar page. Related content: Reliability Data and Decisions episode The Value of Reliability Data episode Where do I Find Reliability Data? episode Work Order Data and its Impact on Reliability episode Collecting and Analyzing Your Field Data Let's explore where the data comes from and how to prepare for analysis. Plus, let's discuss some ways to look at your data initially. See More Time to Failure Data Analysis for Your Factory Equipment For repairable items, the mean cumulative function and associated plots provide you with an estimate of the effectiveness of your repairs. See More Reliability Data We will discuss the pros and cons of various sources. Plus, let's examine a few ways to use simulations or models. See More Fundamentals of Weibull Analysis The Weibull distribution is a versatile tool to analyze time to failure data. Like any tool, it could be wielded well or not so well. See More Fundamentals of Field Data Analysis The design is done, the assembly process is working, now we can focus on answering the question: is the product hitting reliability targets? See More Weibull Probability Plotting Data is only as useful as the information you derive. So would you like to take your Weibull probability plotting skills to the next level? See More Overview of Life Testing in Minitab Minitab itself has many reliability functions available; this presentation covers the basics, including distributions, censoring, and fitting. See More The Survivorship Bias Principal This webinar examines an important perspective. Its' so simple and has made many heroes in the data analysis world since Abraham Ward. See More So what is up with this Bayesian' analysis stuff Some of you may have heard of Bayesian analysis.' You may think this is something fancy that only universities do. See More Reliability Analysis … now what? Part 2 Let's take a closer look at the concept of likelihood and it's role in an MCMC analysis. A powerful tool for data analysis. See More Reliability Analysis … now what? Part 3 This webinar is about how we use this thing called Markov Chain Monte Carlo Simulation (MCMC) to create this posse.' See More Reliability Analysis … now what? Part 4 We show you how to get your computer to help you give useful reliability information to your boss, manager, director, or whoever. See More Fundamentals of Interpreting Test Results To create test results that are meaningful, we need to both design and execute the test well, then, interpret the results accurately. See More How to Take the Guess Work out of Expert Judgment there are ways you can suck out information from a group of experts in a quantifiable and remarkably accurate way. See More What do you see in a ‘Probability’ Plot? A Weibull plot is a really useful way of quickly looking' at data and being able to see' really useful things. See More What is WeiBayes Analysis? WeiBayes is useful, and there are quite a few catches. Interested in learning about Weibayes analysis? Join us for this webinar. See More Using Monte Carlo Simulation Sometimes the equations we need to model reliability are just so complicated that we simply avoid them. Let's use Monte Carlo instead. See More What is Weibull Probability Plotting? See More The post Reliability Data appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

The risks and rewards of AI decision-making take center stage. Trust in AI emerges as a critical concern, with implications for public policy and global regulations. An exploration of AI's impact on jobs and industries raises ethical questions, especially in law enforcement. Global perspectives reveal disparities in regulatory measures, contrasting the EU's proactive stance with the U.S. landscape. The discussion also challenges biases within AI design, touching on the potential for both progress and societal control.

Reliability is More than Testing podcast episode with speaker Fred Schenkelberg During the interview, I turned down a job when I learned the hiring manager expected me, a potential new reliability engineer on the team, to only conduct tests. Creating and assembling a reliable product or service takes more than testing. Reliability engineering is about influencing the team to make better decisions focused on achieving the reliability goals in balance with all the other constraints and expectations. Testing is one method to create information, yet it is not the most useful or effective. Let's discuss what reliability engineering is and isn't and the importance of influencing key decisions and creating value. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 12 September 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video, visit the webinar page. Related content: Do Reliability Testing That Adds Value, Informs Decisions, and Provides Information episode When to Use a Previous Test Plan episode Design for Reliability and Testing episode Testing Without Knowing Mechanisms episode Environmental Testing episode Creating Unique Reliability Tests A well crafted reliability test or series of tests helps us to understand what will fail and when. Craft your tests to be valuable. See More Is Reliability Testing Always Necessary? Consider your reliability testing. Is it informative, useful, and valuable? If not, then don't do the test. Plan your testing to have value. See More Fundamentals of Reliability Testing Let's discuss planning and conducting reliability testing that provides meaningful results in an effective manner. Let's do testing right. See More Reliability is More than Testing Reliability Testing is one method to create information, yet may not the most useful or effective approach to create a reliable product. See More Fundamentals of Ongoing Reliability Testing See More Fundamentals of Success Testing See More The post Reliability is More than Testing appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Understanding Context: Context is Worth 20 IQ/EQ Points podcast episode with speaker Greg Hutchins Understanding context is essential for making smart, risk-based decisions and solving tough problems. Understanding context is important to ensure you are correctly solving the right problem. Understanding context helps you understand the root cause of the problem and the key stakeholders. It helps you develop effective solutions. It helps you define your assumptions and biases. Understanding context is important to making smart decisions. Understanding context helps you understand the scope and impacts of your decision. It helps you develop a process for deciding how to decide. It helps you understand the risks and obstacles in your decisions. Greg will discuss the importance and provide examples of context in: ISO and standards-based decision-making. Organizational problem-solving and decision-making. Personal problem-solving and decisional. AI autonomous decision-making. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 5 September 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video and slides of the event, visit the webinar page. Additional content that may be of interest Using ISO 31000 for Risk Based, Decision Making episode QDD 008 Remaking Risk-Based Decisions: Allowing Ourselves to Change our Minds. episode Risk Based Inspection with Ricardo Santos episode Federal Highway Administration Risk Based Asset Management article What is Risk Based Thinking? article AI Decision Making: Existential' Threat or Salvation Trust' in AI decision-making is one of the most important public policy challenges facing the world. Consider the risk and opportunities. See More Fundamentals of Risk Let's discuss risk management and reliability engineering, plus introduce a risk management framework based on ISO 31000. See More Reliability Engineering and Risk Analysis Let's talk about risk, risk management, and our role as reliability engineers in identifying and mitigating risks. See More Risk-Based Auditing Risk-based auditing is a must-have tool for all quality and reliability professionals. ALL ISO management systems require RBA. See More Risk Decision Making, Frameworks, and Assessments Let's discuss risk-based problem solving and decision-making along with an intro to risk management frameworks and assessments. See More Risk 101: Future of Quality We've evangelized for more than 20 years that the future of quality and its related disciplines, including reliability, will be risk-focused. See More Understanding Context Understanding context is important for making smart risk-based decisions and solving tough problems in today's world. See More AI Product Development and Deployment See More The post Understanding Context appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

What is the difference between Design and Process FMEAs? podcast episode with speaker Chris Jackson Ever heard of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)? It is a wonderful activity that can do amazing things for what? It depends on what you might have heard or what you are used to. Why? Because there are several different FMEAs that do different things for different things. A Design FMEA can help us prevent really basic, simple flaws in a new product. A Process FMEA can help us prevent really basic, simple flaws in a new process. What process? Any process but typically manufacturing. Many people who have heard of FMEAs usually associate them with either design or processes. Then, there are System and Software FMEAs. Want to get an overview of which FMEAs do what and when you would use one instead of the other? Join us for this webinar. This Accendo Reliability webinar was originally broadcast on 22 August 2023. Download RSS To view the recorded video/audio and PDF workbook of the event, visit the webinar page. Additional content that may be of interest Making FMEAs Work with Fred Schenkelberg episode Maintenance FMEAs episode Better FMEA Results in Less Time episode FMEA Detection Useful? episode FMEA Resources page Fundamentals of FMEA Just the fundamentals of FMEA in this fast paced event. FMEA has value, the 10 steps, and a few examples of how it can go all wrong. See More 10 Reasons to do FMEAs Exploring ten reasons to do FMEAs, yet actually, reasons to do amazing FMEAs that provide value in a range of ways. See More Supportability (and FMEAs/FMECAs) What is supportability?' Easy! It's the ability of your product, system or service to be supported. But how do we get this so wrong so often? See More What is the difference between Design and Process FMEAs? Get an overview of which FMEAs do what and when you would use one instead of the other? Including Design, Process, and others. See More Using FMEA Block Diagrams This is where taking a breath and understanding our product before we build the wrong thing fast can really helpful. See More What’s the Difference Between FMEA and FMECA? Understand the difference (if any) between FMEAs and FMECAs? and How can you make an FMECA work for you? See More The post What is the difference between Design and Process FMEAs? appeared first on Accendo Reliability.