

CMMSradio
CMMSradio
All things CMMS, Computerized Maintenance Management Software, including guidance on CMMS selection and use, best practices, industry experts, system providers, and more. This podcast is for you If you're considering or looking for a CMMS, want to know more about facilities and maintenance management systems, need to improve how you use your current CMMS, need ideas on better user adoption strategies, or are considering making a change to a new CMMS - You know, a lift-and-shift. We'll bring in experts to help guide us along the way. We're here to help you have a successful CMMS journey.
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Oct 3, 2025 • 22min
CMMS to AOMS Do We Really Need Another Acronym
Corey Dickens of Brightly Software recently joined CMMSradio to discuss AOMS (Asset Operations Management Software) as the next step beyond CMMS/EAM — and it’s got people talking.AOMS promises more than just tracking work orders. It’s about connecting maintenance, operations, reliability, and performance data into a single platform that drives real business outcomes.Key Points:Bigger Scope: Ties maintenance to production, safety, ESG, and finance.Shared Data: Gives everyone one version of the truth, in real time.Smarter Decisions: Leverages analytics + AI to guide priorities and optimize spend.Business-First: Focused on uptime, throughput, and profitability — not just maintenance KPIs.So, is this true progress — or just another acronym for us to learn? Let’s hear your take. 👇

Oct 2, 2025 • 24min
Stop Doing Everything - Prioritize the Right Things
We talk with Jennifer and Tacoma Zach of MentorAPM about asset management fundamentals, ISO 55000 alignment, and their sessions at SMRP (Oct 6–9, Fort Worth). They explain how a top-down, system-first approach helps teams prioritize the right work, optimize resources, and deliver business value. Tacoma shares a case where this approach led to same-day capital approval, showing how prioritization drives technical and cultural transformation.ISO 55000 focus – Aligning maintenance with business objectives.System-first thinking – Prioritize assets, not just tasks.Right work, right time – Optimize resources & reduce waste.Real-world win – Same-day capital approval through clear prioritization.Culture shift – From reactive maintenance to proactive asset management.https://mentorapm.com/

Sep 30, 2025 • 24min
Maintenance Is a Piece of Cake — If You Get the Basics Right
In this episode of CMMSradio Joe Anderson (ReliabilityX) says it plain: Most maintenance problems? Self-inflicted.4 Gaps Killing Reliability:⚡ Strategy⚡ Precision⚡ Early Detection⚡ LubricationForget chasing dashboards — fix the basics first.Hands-on over PowerPoint and books. Real-world wins over vanity metrics.🎧 Tune in before SMRP (Oct 6–9, Fort Worth)🎤 Find us at the Friends of Nano booth — tell your story, get on the mic.Connect with ReliabilityX: https://reliabilityx.com/

Sep 26, 2025 • 45min
From Lineman to Industry Mentor and Voice with Scott MacKenzie ahead of SMRP 2025
CMMSradio sits down with Scott MacKenzie of Industrial Talk to talk SMRP Conference, community, and the power of real storytelling in maintenance and reliability. Scott shares how passion for skilled trades starts young, why education and mentoring are critical, and how conferences like SMRP and IMTS keep the industry connected and inspired.🔑 Key TakeawaysSMRP is about people first – connection, collaboration, and passion drive value.Inspire the next generation – shop classes may be gone, but mentorship can fill the gap.Storytelling matters – podcasts and real-world stories beat corporate jargon.Keep momentum alive – conferences should spark year-round engagement.Tech is coming fast – quantum, AI, and digital tools demand we stay curious.https://industrialtalk.com/

Sep 24, 2025 • 26min
Is ESG Still a Strategic Imperative Preview with Candi Robison ahead of SMRP 2025
#CMMS or #EAMGreg and Candi dig into SMRP 2025, Ultimo’s unique CMMS/EAM positioning, and how sustainability priorities are evolving in maintenance. They cover why data capture matters from shop floor to boardroom, the maturity curve of maintenance, and why people & process beat tech every time.#SMRP2025: Visit #Ultimo at Booth 107 + catch Candi’s talk: “Is #ESG Still a Strategic Imperative?”Sweet Spot Solution CMMS/EAMMarket TrendsSustainability/EnergyPeople + Process over TechThanks for an awesome discussion, Candi Robison! #Maintenance #Reliability

Sep 18, 2025 • 16min
Siemens is coming to the Mainstream UK Summit 2025 with Niall Sullivan
Niall Sullivan, Siemens, returns to CMMSradio to talk about the upcoming Mainstream UK Summit 2025 in Birmingham, England! It all happens October 21, 2025 at Millennium Point. Tickets here: https://www.mainstreamcommunity.com/uk-summit/home

Sep 13, 2025 • 29min
We MUST Stop The Madness NOW and Fix Maintenance
Stop the MadnessCMMSradio talks with Alex Bolan of Digital Thinker about Stop the Madness — a no-fluff, no-sales half-day workshop touring South Carolina. Instead of vendor pitches, attendees identify their top 3 pain points and collaborate with experts from Digital Thinker, ReliabilityX, and Uptime Solutions to solve real problems.No booths. No pitches. Just solutions.50-person limit per city for deep conversations.Focused on fixing real plant pain points, not selling software.Built to strengthen local manufacturing communities.Oct 1, 2025 Charleston SCOct 15, 2025 Columbia SCNov 12, 2025 Greenville SChttps://events.digitalthinker.com/workshop-registration

Sep 12, 2025 • 36min
Fix Maintenance Process First with Mark Kingkade on CMMSradio
CMMSradio sits down with Mark Kingkade (Maintenance Expert & Consultant) with Waites to dig into what it really takes to transform maintenance beyond buzzwords and into business impact. We challenge the idea that technology alone can fix maintenance issues, stressing that leadership, discipline, and cultural alignment must come first.People & Process First! Tech is an amplifier, not a fix.Actionable measures like wrench time, PM compliance, and cost per unit.Maintenance Maturity: You can’t leapfrog steps — build stability first, then optimize.Without executive support, improvements won’t stick.True transformation sticks only if behaviors & expectations are clear and reinforced.The Real: Maintenance excellence isn’t a software upgrade — it’s a discipline, a culture, and a leadership commitment.

Sep 9, 2025 • 30min
Human Expertise Over Hype in Maintenance with Bryan Bieschke CMRP
Brace Yourself!Human Expertise Over Hype in Maintenance!We welcome Bryan Bieschke, CMRP (VP of Maintenance Programs, UpTime Solutions) to talk about why he joined Uptime! They put human expertise at the center of reliability. While AI and tech are powerful tools (and making lots of noise), real results still come from skilled people who know the work, ask the right questions, and build trust across the organization. Get in here and learn something! Oh, and we talked about SMRP 2025! Good stuff!! 🤘 Thanks Bryan for a bone crusher of an episode on CMMSradio! 🤘 Get in with comments, if you dare, people! Did you hear about "Roosters" in this episode!Play "spot the ginger!"

Sep 5, 2025 • 27min
Real Reliability DEMANDS Basics Before Buzzwords with Andy Gager on CMMSradio
The noise is loud in maintenance and reliability — shiny tools, AI promises, and acronyms everywhere.Hear from Andy Gager (AMG International Consulting) on CMMSradio as we cut through the hype and get back to what really matters:✅ Knowing the true cost of maintenance✅ Fixing MRO practices that erode trust✅ Building culture and behaviors before techAnd don’t miss Andy live at SMRP 2025 (Fort Worth · Oct 6–9). Early bird ends Sept. 5 — use code CMMS10 for 10% off.https://smrp.org/Events/Annual-ConferenceLet’s build reliability that actually works.https://amgintlco.com/