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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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Sep 5, 2025 • 32min
Skip the Foo Foo Dust and Focus on Facts to Drive Outcomes
CMMSradio talks with Joe Caetano, one of our favorite humans, about cutting through the noise in maintenance and reliability by focusing on facts, not acronyms. Knowing a business better than it knows itself, simplifying complexity, and aligning the boardroom with the shop floor to deliver real results is the way.We highlight the upcoming SMRP 2025 Conference in Fort Worth (Oct 20–23), encouraging professionals to connect, learn, and grow—reminding listeners to register early with code CMMS10 before the Sept. 5 deadline.Real solutions come from facts, not semantics or acronyms.Business-first focus: connect operations, leadership, and outcomes.SMRP 2025: Fort Worth, TX · Oct. 20–23 · Early bird ends Sept. 5.Use code CMMS10 for 10% off registration.https://smrp.org/Events/Annual-Conference

Sep 2, 2025 • 50min
Hexagon LIVE 2025 Walk Around Reel with CMMSradio Booth Visits
The Hexagon LIVE 2025 Full ReelNew Episode!All the floor walks and booth visits from the event in Las Vegas, NV!50 minutes for ya! Thank you to hashtag#Hexagon for inviting, and hosting, CMMSradio! Thank you to DigitalThinker, Inc. and to Elevotec Inc for helping get us to this awesome event!In the video:ABS Consulting, Verusen AI, BIM Consulting, Kuzma (Michael S. Kuzma), Projectmates by Systemates Inc., indurad - part of Hexagon, 21Tech (Bill Carrick) , ProLytX - Engineering IT, Allied Reliability (Scott Mohr, PMP, CMRP, MLA-I, VA CAT II), Stratum Consulting Partners, A TRM Company (Clay Bush and Victoria Waits), GIV Solutions and more!Thank you for participating and creating these moments from Hexagon LIVE 2025! If you see yourself, or your company, load in a comment and tag yourself! Share this via a repost with your thought!!Attend STREAMLINE™️ Conferences February 9-12 2026 | Greenville, SC! Hit us up for help!!

Aug 28, 2025 • 40min
The Cost of Unreliability is REAL and HEAVY
Real Deal Pro comin in hot and loaded with GOLD! We caught up with Joe Anderson of ReliabilityX and WOW did we get some serious insights!Watch/Listen to ALL OF IT! 🤘 We get below the water line and into the hidden tax of unreliability with a nice brief on #TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)! Is the maintenance industry in decline? Are we "problem tellers" with no solutions?Go see this man and his team at SMRP 2025! There is MUCH to talk about!! All the heavy-hitters will be there to help you! Load in your comments, after watching/listening, with your thoughts! Thank you for following CMMSradio! 🤘 Thanks for another great talk, Joe! 🤘

Aug 22, 2025 • 34min
From Military to Oilfields to Interfaces in Industrial CMMS Technology
CMMSradio interviews Tyler Hufstetler, Director of Partnerships at MaintainX, about his transition from military service and field operations to tech leadership. Tyler shares how battlefield strategy, hands-on oil & gas work, and a focus on team dynamics have shaped his approach to building meaningful partnerships that drive customer value and innovation at MaintainX.Key TakeawaysMilitary background taught him to think strategically and tactically under pressure.Real-world ops experience helps translate frontline needs into tech solutions.Emphasizes humility, teamwork, and clear communication in leadership.MaintainX prioritizes partnerships that improve customer experience.Recent funding enables faster delivery of better features and usability.Have a listen/watch and load in your comments! Share it with your network! Thanks for joining, Tyler!

Aug 19, 2025 • 10min
Talking Octave with Alex Bolan of DigitalThinker Inc at Hexagon Live 2025
n this episode of CMMSradio, we're talking Octave with Alex Bolan of DigitalThinker Inc at Hexagon Live 2025 in Las Vegas!Shout out to DigitalThinker, Elevotec, and Streamline Conferences for getting us to this event! Thank you Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence for hosting CMMSradio at #HexagonLive2025!More content coming from this awesome event!https://streamlineconferences.com/https://digitalthinker.com/https://www.elevotec.com/

Aug 14, 2025 • 21min
Big CMMS News Ultimo Acquires FSI
CMMSradio interviews Steve Elsham (Ultimo) and Zach Seeley (FSI) about Ultimo’s acquisition of FSI, combining Ultimo’s broad EAM expertise with FSI’s deep healthcare CMMS knowledge. Both brands will stay independent but share resources under IFS, accelerating AI-driven innovation and enhancing solutions.Clients gain stronger support and better tools to manage complex, safety-critical healthcare maintenance.Ultimo expands rapidly in US healthcare by acquiring FSI’s trusted platform and expertise.Combined strengths drive faster innovation and AI capabilities across both products.The partnership improves healthcare asset management with enhanced safety and efficiency.Thank you, Steven and Zachary, for joining us! Congratulations!

Aug 13, 2025 • 39min
From Roman Aqueducts to CMMS What Hasn’t Changed in Maintenance
Christer Idhammar, Founder of IDCON, Inc., reflects on the success of Mainstream events and the enduring importance of maintenance fundamentals, regardless of technological evolution. What would you pick, skills or technology?Why is Mainstream the best conference?Fundamental principles like planning/scheduling over flashy tech.Technology should support—not replace—core maintenance practices.Leadership, visibility, and adapting to generational shifts are vital.Sign up to attend the Mainstream UK Summit in Birmingham, England Oct 21, 2025 here: https://www.mainstreamcommunity.com/uk-summit/ticketsJoin Mainstream Community: https://www.mainstreamcommunity.com/Thanks for following and supporting CMMSradio

Aug 11, 2025 • 30min
SMRP 2025 and Back to Basics with George Williams of ReliabilityX
George Williams of ReliabilityX 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.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.Get your tickets: https://smrp.org/Events/Annual-ConferenceConnect with ReliabilityX: https://reliabilityx.com/

Aug 6, 2025 • 48min
Dangerous Data Assumptions in Maintenance AI with MotorDoc on CMMSradio
A rant you do not want to miss! Real deal pro ahead!!Dr. Howard Penrose critiques the overuse of simulated data in engineering and maintenance fields, emphasizing the value of real-world experience and data in both research and AI applications.Key Takeaways:Real data is being undervalued in favor of simulated or AI-generated data.AI systems in maintenance are often oversold and underperform.Academia is disconnected from field-based realities.Ethical and safety concerns arise from unchecked AI use.https://motordoc.com/

Aug 6, 2025 • 37min
Process Before Platform Lessons from the CMMS Frontlines
In this episode, CMMSradio welcomes Easton Snyder, Senior Sales Engineer at Traction, who shares his career journey from mechanical engineering to process consulting. Easton dives into how Traction supports manufacturers with CMMS implementation, the importance of process understanding, and how to maintain momentum post-sale. He offers insights into data integration, AI, and sustaining operational continuity despite workforce turnover.🔧 Key Points:Emphasizes defining current vs. future state to drive process improvement.Highlights post-sale support and the risks of losing momentum after handoff.Champions a "train-the-trainer" model to retain tribal knowledge.Advocates for foundational process clarity before relying on AI tools.