

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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Mar 19, 2024 • 41min
The Opiniator Journey to proactive customer engagement as a business driver in facilities settings
In this episode of CMMSradio, Greg, Host of #CMMSradio, and Matt Selbie, Opiniator.com, delve into two main themes.
The importance of customer feedback in driving business success.
Proactive engagement via technology.
We learn how Opiniator's platform streamlines the feedback collection process, facilitating real-time insights for businesses to adapt and improve customer experiences. The significance of proactive engagement with customers to enhance satisfaction and loyalty, highlighting the role of technology to this end.
Greg and Matt tackle the skilled trades gap, attributing it to various factors including generational shifts and the retirement of our skilled trades keepers of knowledge. They discuss the urgent need to incentivize younger individuals to pursue careers in skilled trades by revising pay scales and altering the perception of these professions as antiquated or unattractive. Matt shares insights into successful approaches adopted by organizations to address the shortage of skilled workers, advocating for the reintroduction of vocational classes in educational curricula.
Throughout the episode, personal anecdotes from Matt, such as his favorite music genre, and sport, add a touch of relatability. We'll get some insight on work-life balance as well.
Customer Feedback as Business Driver
Proactive Customer Engagement
Addressing the Skilled Trades Gap
Incentivizing Young Talent
Educational Reforms
Personal Insights
Connect with Opiniator at www.opiniator.com and fine Matthew Selbie on LinkedIn to start your own conversation.

Mar 7, 2024 • 37min
Improve your CMMS Journey with the UpKeep Ambassadors Program
In this episode we learn all about the new #UpKeep Ambassador Program with returning expert guest Bryan Bieschke, CMRP, head of Community & Partnerships at UpKeep, getting into all aspects of how the program came into existence and why it is so important for successful outcomes.
In fact, it is changing the game when it comes to impact for organization selecting and utilizing a #CMMS, like UpKeep, to get the basic fundamentals absolutely right. One big takeaway is how the ambassadors see the overall world of maintenance, specifically maintenance and reliability (think CMRP) and their respective experiences and insights being along for the ride to create great customer experiences. Who wants to do guesswork on such a critical component of their overall maintenance operations? Nobody. How do we connect this endeavor to the overall business? UpKeep ambassadors know how to do that in a real and practical way.
This episode covers all of it and gets us all excited about the CMMS journey ahead knowing we've got the right resources, the right people, and the right knowhow to get you there.
Tune in and let us know what you think? What did you learn from this episode? Do you need to connect with an UpKeep Ambassador? We can help. Fill out this form so we can get you started off right on your CMMS project: https://upkeep.com/cmmsradio/
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Feb 29, 2024 • 41min
The Reliability Balancing Act of Culture, Asset Management, & Collaboration with guest Mina Soliman
Mina Soliman joins Greg on CMMSradio for a wide-ranging discussion covering maintenance, reliability, and cultural perspectives. Mina expressed his anticipation for the Reliable Plant and Machinery Lubrication Conference in Chicago (June 3-6, 2024), emphasizing the collaborative environment it fosters.
We talked about he potential pitfalls of prioritizing asset management over reliability, stressing the interconnectedness of both aspects. He touched upon cultural differences in how organizations approach these concepts and the need for a balanced perspective.
The growing recognition of certifications in the maintenance and reliability field, noting how cultural attitudes towards certifications are evolving, is important to Mina. He highlighted the increasing value placed on certifications by companies and individuals, reflecting broader shifts in cultural perceptions within the industry.
The conversation stresses the importance of cultural understanding and collaboration in the maintenance and reliability field and throughout all of industry.
In the fun questions segment Mina shared his fondness for jazz music and his passion for fishing, particularly in the diverse waters of his region and the international fishing championship in the Red Sea!!
Keep an ear out for Mina's perspectives on work-life balance, emphasizing the need for effective time and priority management to maintain this balance.
Are you attending the Reliable Plant and Machinery Lubrication Conference & Exhibit in Chicago June 3-6, 2024? Grab a discount to attend and be sure to bring a few colleagues. Use discount code "CMMS" when registering and get 10% off. Visit: https://conference.reliableplant.com/
Preparing to take the CMRP exam? We have an awesome course offering, called Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices to help get you ready for the CMRP exam, from #ReliabilityX with a #CMMSradio exclusive $99 discount. Use Discount Code: CMMSRADIO at checkout: https://reliabilityxclassroom.thinkific.com/courses/Maintenance-ReliabilityBestPractices

Feb 24, 2024 • 54min
Purpose Beyond Product: Nurturing People & Brands to Achieve Operational Excellence with John Morris
Hold on to Your Shirts!!! NEW EPISODE - and it's different. 🤘🤘🤘
We had ☘️John Morris☘️, of Club Colors, on CMMSradio to discuss his experience and insights around the importance of operational excellence and how purpose over product - and PEOPLE - are at the center of pretty much everything. Look out for the segment on error rate reduction (very CMMS and maintenance centric).
John was one of our inspirations for starting the podcast - He's an expert-level podcaster with a passion that shines through. 🤘🤘🤘
Here are the main topics:
🤘 People Over Process
🤘Operational Excellence
🤘Purpose-Driven Approach
🤘Branding's Influence
🤘Work-Life Harmony
🤘Entrepreneurial Spirit
🤘Promoting Others
🤘Continuous Improvement
Thank you, John, for joining host Greg Christensen to capture this fun, energetic, and insightful conversation. 🤘🤘🤘
Please like, comment, report - and follow #CMMSradio for future episodes and updates. We're on Spotify if you prefer to listen or just watch the vids. Reach out to suggest a topic, be a guest, or sponsor.
This episode is sponsored by #UpKeep - We are now UpKeep Certified and Ambassadors. Schedule a custom CMMSradio discovery and demo session here: https://upkeep.com/cmmsradio/
We also have an awesome course offering, called Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices, at the end, to help get you ready for your CMRP exam, from #ReliabilityX with a #CMMSradio exclusive $99 discount.
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Feb 15, 2024 • 52min
Cultural Influences and Perspectives in Maintenance and Reliability with Sanya Mathura
We love conversations like this!! A total blast connecting with Sanya for this real and practical discussion about Cultural Influences and Perspectives in maintenance and reliability.
This episode features Sanya Mathura of Strategic Reliability Solutions, Ltd featuring a discussion about various aspects of maintenance and reliability practices within organizations, the implementation of computerized maintenance management software (CMMS), and the realities of sensor monitoring. There’s more…
Cultural impacts and how they play out. What is STEM? Wait, there’s now an “A” in STEM? We learn about Sanya’s New Book! She has written several books and is renowned for her knowledge in the lubrication space as a path toward ultimate reliability!!
We chat about the importance of self-care! Plus, loads of fun conversation around Sonya’s journey and some fun personal insights at the “fun questions” segment.
• Involving teams & individuals in CMMS implementation
• Overcoming resistance to change
• The value of effective communication
• How food helps engage participants
• Demonstrating the value of CMMS to team members
• The fundamentals of sensor monitoring
• Achieving work-life balance, drawing from Sanya’s experiences
Tune in and get some valuable insights and practical advice for individuals and organizations seeking to optimize maintenance and reliability practices while prioritizing employee well-being and engagement.
Connect with Sanya on LinkedIn or head over to www.strategicreliabilitysolutions.com and be sure to grab Sanya’s new book (it’s in the episode and on the website).
Please like, comment, and share this episode – Follow #CMMSradio for new episodes and updates.
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Feb 8, 2024 • 45min
Getting to know the Umbrava FM solution and Broadway National with guest Joe Reda
Here's another awesome episode where we get to learn about Umbrava, a Facilities Management Ecosystem and CMMS, and Broadway International, with Joe Reda joining us to share the background, how it started, why it started, what this really dos for the FM and CMMS space, the people and the processes - Everything we like to hear about when it comes to journey stories to help you on your CMMS journey. Thank you, Joe Reda, for the great discussion and participating in the fun questions segment.
This is built on 30+ years of real-world experience so it's well grounded in the right workflows with a focus on delivering outcomes. We cannot wait to see this journey continue and unfold. If you want to connect with Joe Reda, he's on LinkedIn or connect at joe@umbrava.com to start your own journey!!
Get 40% off to attend the Reliable Plant and Machinery Lubrication Conference & Exhibit happening June 3-4, 2024 in Chicago, IL. Register by 2/22/2024 to get 30% off an add the discount code "CMMS" for an extra 10% off - That's 40%. Visit https://conference.reliableplant.com and bring some collogues to gather all of the learning, incredible networking, and a ton of workshops, learning sessions, and keynote speakers. 100+ exhibitors and several fun events. A few surprises in the works but you'll need to be there to find out!!!
If you're getting ready for your CRMP exam (certified maintenance and reliability professional) we've got the course you want to add to your preparation. Get $99 off using the code "CMMSradio" at https://reliabilityxclassroom.thinkific.com/courses/Maintenance-ReliabilityBestPractices?ref=d46131

Feb 5, 2024 • 10min
Predictive Maintenance and AIsight with Haider Istanbuli from the Reliable Plant Conference 2023
In this episode we sit down with Haider Istanbuli, of AIsight, to learn about their Predictive Maintenance solution, and the role of CMMS, from the Reliable Plant Conference 2023 in Orlando. Thank you, Haider, for joining CMMSradio for this insightful interview.
The Reliable Plant and Machinery Lubrication Exhibition and Conference 2024 is happening in Chicago June 3-6. Check out the episode for an amazing discount to attend the conference.
We want to also thank #ReliablePlant, Noria Corporation, all of the great sponsors and the team that puts this amazing event together. Cannot wait to see you all in Chicago and get some great interviews just like this one!!
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Register and add in discount code "CMMS" here: https://lnkd.in/gcXk3V4K

Feb 1, 2024 • 58min
Racing Toward Electrical Excellence: Skilled Trades, Business, Winning Strategies with Doug Winston
Yeah, here we go! Racing Toward Electrical Excellence: Skilled Trades, Business, Winning Strategies with Doug Winston!!! #98 dropping truth bombs in this episode. Buckle up and tune in!!
Thank you, Doug, for joining CMMSradio to share these real, raw, and practical insights!
In this episode, Doug Winston, the President of D&M Electrical Contracting, Inc., shares his journey story including how it all started (several racing stories), insights into the skilled trades, the business of electrical contracting, his passion for racing cars and addressing the skilled trades gap.
Key Points:
🤘Passion for Racing & Linking Racing to Business
🤘Bring Back the Trades, Inc
🤘Reverse Sponsorship
🤘The Skilled Trades Gap
🤘Apprenticeships in The Skilled Trades
🤘Metrics in Business - You'll Love These!!
This episode offers a unique blend of personal anecdotes, professional insights, and a passionate call to revive the skilled trades, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the electrical contracting industry, maintenance management, business strategies, and the future of skilled labor in America. We get into the typical "fun" questions as well to shine a light on Doug's perspectives.
D&M Electrical Contracting, Inc.: https://www.dmelectrical.com
Bring Back the Trades: https://bringbackthetrades.org
Be sure to like, comment, share - and follow #CMMSradio for updates and episodes, just like this, so you don't miss out.
#CMMS #CMRP #electricalcontracting #racecars #bringbackthetrades #maintenancemanagement #skilledtrades #tradeschool
Be sure to like, comment, share - and follow #CMMSradio for updates and episodes, just like this, so you don't miss out.

Jan 25, 2024 • 22min
Manufacturing Marvels - The Journey, Skilled Trades Gap, the Metallica Experience with Hallie Haupt
Manufacturing Marvels: The Journey, Skilled Trades Gap, and the Metallica Experience with Hallie Haupt. 🤘🤘🤘
This AWESOME episode features Hallie Haupt, Director of Marketing at IQ Manufacturing, sharing her journey into (and in) the #manufacturing industry. She joined Greg Christensen, the Host of CMMSradio, to discuss her background, and the challenges created by the skilled trades gap in the manufacturing space, and – Wait for it – Her exciting Heavy Metal experience at a #Metallica concert (2 different days) in Detroit.
Key Points:
🤘 Hallie's Background: From studying media and communication to finding her passion in the manufacturing industry.
🤘 Manufacturing Journey: Joining a small shop and later moving to IQ Manufacturing.
🤘 Discovery of Interest: A pivotal moment in college that ignited her interest and led her to pursue a career in the manufacturing industry.
🤘 Favorite Aspects of Manufacturing: Witnessing the transformation of raw materials into intricate parts and the industry's dynamic nature.
🤘 Skills Gap Discussion: The skills gap in manufacturing with experienced professionals nearing retirement.
🤘 METALLICA - METALLICA - METALLICA
Thank you, Hallie, for this amazing conversation and the work you do!
Please Like, Comment, and Share the episode - and follow #CMMSradio for more episodes and updates to help you on your CMMS journey. We're curating the knowledge and insights from expert guests. Have a CMMS topic, story, or question? Send it to us. We love that stuff! We'll get it into an episode for you.
Find Hallie Haupt on LinkedIn
Connect with IQ Manufacturing here: http://www.iqmanufacturing.com/
Getting ready for the CMRP exam? We have a great EXCLUSIVE offer from the team at ReliabilityX - Grab a discount and save $99 by using the discount code: cmmsradio when you register here: https://reliabilityxclassroom.thinkific.com/courses/Maintenance-ReliabilityBestPractices?ref=d46131
#CMMS, #CMRP, #maintenancemanagement, #manufacturing, #manufacturingindustry, #metallica, #reliabilitycenteredmaintenance, #workorders, #maintenancemindset, #trendsinmaintenance, #IQmanufacturing

Jan 18, 2024 • 39min
Unlocking Success in Asset Management and Maintenance: A Discussion with Tom Moriarty on CMMSradio
In this episode, Tom Moriarty, a recognized expert in leadership, asset management, engineering, and reliability, discusses key aspects of successful asset management and maintenance practices on CMMSradio. The conversation highlights the foundational role of organizational leadership and the importance of accountability in implementing effective processes, emphasizing the challenge organizations face in sustaining positive practices and the need for continuous improvement.
We touch on the relationship between customers and CMMS vendors stressing the need for customers to be educated about good asset management and work management processes before selecting a CMMS solution.
Talking Points:
Five key steps for successful asset management and maintenance practices
Accountability and leadership capability within organizations
The relationship between customers and CMMS vendors
The role of Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (CMRPs) in the industry
Tom's favorite music, sport/hobby, and perspective on work-life balance
A special offer to CMMSradio listeners for Tom's new online course
...and more
Please subscribe, like, share, and follow #CMMSradio for more episodes and updates.