

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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Apr 1, 2025 • 43min
Conferences to Kahoot while Enhancing Maintenance with George Williams on CMMSradio
In this episode of CMMSradio, George Williams of ReliabilityX discusses maintenance, reliability, and the evolving role of CMMS. He shares insights from the Streamline conference, introduces ReliabilityX's Kahoot quiz initiative for team engagement, and explores AI's potential in CMMS for predictive maintenance. The conversation also covers the importance of effective planning, scheduling, and centralizing data to improve maintenance operations, along with a focus on aligning reliability efforts with business goals.Key Points:Reflection on the Streamline conference and its focus on community and integrity.Introduction of ReliabilityX's Kahoot quizzes to enhance learning and team engagement.Discussion of AI's role in CMMS, focusing on automation and predictive maintenance.Emphasis on efficient planning, scheduling, and aligning reliability with business objectives.Chime in with your comments and follow CMMSradio for more episode with real deal experts just like this!! Connect with ReliabilityX: https://reliabilityx.com/

Mar 27, 2025 • 24min
Hydrogen Trucks, Lubrication Practices, and Maintenance Innovation with Sanya Mathura on CMMSradio
Sanya Mathura returns to CMMSradio discussing her experiences with Strategic Reliability Solutions, highlighting a recent visit to the Southwest Research Institute (SWRI) in Texas, where she saw a groundbreaking hydrogen-powered 18-wheeler (only one on the planet). She also reflects on her participation at the Lubricant Expo in Detroit, where she discussed the intersection of lubrication best practices and technology like AI, CMMS platforms, and the importance of proper lubrication to enhance machine reliability. The conversation emphasizes the significance of documentation and data in maintenance management.Main Bullet Points:Hydrogen-powered 18-Wheeler at SWRILubrication Best Practices & AIThe Role of Documentation in Maintenancehttps://strategicreliabilitysolutions.com/

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 1min
Real Insights on Aligning Leadership and Maintenance Teams for Better Outcomes with Andy Gager
CMMSradio interviews Andy Gager to discuss maintenance optimization, focusing on inefficiencies like hidden costs, spare parts mismanagement, and planning gaps. There is a ton more gold, from this REAL DEAL PRO, hiding in this episode!! Loaded to the MAX!!Key Topics:Hidden costs and inefficiencies in maintenance operations.The concept of 20%, 40%, 30%, and 10% performers in organizations.Overcoming leadership blind spots in maintenance decision-making.Operator training and its role in reducing equipment failures.Balancing short-term production goals with long-term maintenance strategies.Connect with AMG International Consulting: https://amgintlco.com/

Mar 24, 2025 • 38min
Bridging Operations and Maintenance via Data with Mindy Ruggiero on CMMSradio
In this episode of CMMS Radio, Mindy Ruggiero from East Coast Insights discusses her extensive background in chemical engineering and operations management with companies like Armstrong, Honeywell, and DuPont. After starting her own consulting firm, she helps businesses improve production, safety, and maintenance outcomes by leveraging data. Mindy emphasizes the importance of collaboration between operations and maintenance teams, the value of CMMS data for decision-making, and the need for proactive problem-solving to foster a culture of accountability.Key Topics:Mindy’s background in chemical engineering and consulting.The role of data in maintenance and operations.Building relationships between operations and maintenance teams.Creating a culture of accountability in the workplace.Load in some comments! Share this episode with your network!Connect with Mindy here: https://www.eastcoastinsightsva.com/Thank you for listening and following #CMMSradio

Mar 20, 2025 • 51min
From Reluctant Employee to Empowering Leader in Manufacturing with Tony Demakis on CMMSradio
This CMMSradio episode features Tony Demakis, the host of the Manufacturing Alliance podcast and a representative of Alliance Specialties and Laser Sales. We dive into Tony's journey from reluctant involvement in his father's 46-year-old company to becoming a leader who emphasizes employee empowerment and open communication. Key Topics:Empowering employees, open communication, and problem-solving.Importance of preventative maintenance in the plastic injection industry.Engaging youth in skilled trades and the value of hands-on learning.Work-life balance and fostering meaningful connections in the workplace.Subscribe for more episodes and updates. Share this with your network. Load in some comments!! Thank you, Tony, for joining to record this episode!!https://alliancelasersales.com/

Mar 20, 2025 • 33min
Myth Busting Machine Failures and More with Jeremy Frank of KCF Technologies on CMMSradio
In this episode of CMMSradio, Jeremy Frank of KCF Technologies joins for some machine failure myth busting and more around maintenance in manufacturing.

Mar 16, 2025 • 38min
Navigating the Fakeness in Asset Management and Maintenance
Inspired by a recent post, called Embrace the Fakeness, we're joined by Dan Anderson of ReliabilityX to talk about the realities of software, like CMMS and EAM, and how magic silver bullets are the stuff of fantasy worth avoiding! Dan really gets it and we're honored to get his unabashed insights on how to add value in the maintenance and reliability space for clients in need!!Connect with ReliabilityX here: https://reliabilityx.com/

Mar 10, 2025 • 14min
Women in Manufacturing with Katie Sanders of UpKeep on CMMSradio
A special mini episode featuring Katie Sanders of #upkeep chopping it up about Women in Manufacturing as a part of celebrating Women in Construction this week!Thank you for an awesome visit, Katie!! Keep up the great work and we're all here to support #WiM!! 🤘🤘🤘 Subscribe for more episodes, content, and musings! 🤘🤘🤘

Mar 10, 2025 • 7min
Skip the Hype and Do the Work for REAL CMMS Success
A moment from the Burg!! This happened following an epic site visit just ahead of an AWESOME #HLM dinner loaded with heavy-hitters!!We caught up with Bryan Bieschke, CMRP of UpKeep in Spartanburg, South Carolina to cut through the noise surrounding CMMS, digital transformation, and supposed industry "best practices." 🤘 Digital transformation is NOT a silver bullet!🤘 Choose effective over random changes!🤘 Experience matters - Do the work!🤘 Work with real pros that get it!Thank you Katie Sanders for helping us film this clip!! 🤘 Shout out to Robert (Bob) Latino, Prelical Solutions, LLC. and George Williams, Anjelica Williams, Dan Anderson CMRP of ReliabilityX!Connect with UpKeep here: https://upkeep.com/cmmsradio/

Mar 6, 2025 • 20min
Streamline Asset Management Conference 2025 Floor Walk Booth Visits and Shout outs
Recorded at the 2025 Streamline Asset Management Conference in Grenville, SC! Floor walks and booth visits with sound-bites! Subscribe for all the content!! Thank you to the sponsors that make this AMAZING event possible. ReliabilityX got us there and setup an awesome rig for our episode recordings (coming soon)! This year's theme is community and the DigitalThinker, Inc team knocked it out of the park. Thank you to the attendees - We're sure you learned a lot. See you all in 2026!! Load in some comments and look for your company name below!! Follow for all of the event episodes, brought to you in collaboration with @ReliabilityX and @digitalthinkerinc9340 , coming soon!!