Maintenance Mavericks Podcast

In this episode of the Maintenance Mavericks podcast, CEO and founder of UpKeep, Ryan Chan, sits down with Bill Bither, CEO and founder of MachineMetrics, to discuss the transformative power of industrial IoT and data in the manufacturing and maintenance industry.

In this week's episode,  John Oskin , CEO of Sage Clarity Solutions, emphasizes the need to use OEE to identify losses and stratify them to determine their causes, recommends excluding planned maintenance from OEE calculations, and stresses the importance of real-time feedback and intelligent root cause analysis using AI and digital twin concepts. Oskin also notes that while AI is changing eve...

As the Russia-Ukraine war wages on, we see the impact and the toll this takes on supply chain demands. How does this affect manufacturing in the United States you may ask? Jim Fleming,  the co-chairman of ISM Data and Analytics Committee, co-chairman of ISM Technology Committee and a senior faculty member at the Institute for Supply Management, is here to answer that question and more to provide a...

Over the past couple of years, COVID has been a big catalyst for supply chain issues—product shortages, working remotely, all the COVID shutdowns. How has the shop floor changed over the last three years amidst all of this unprecedented change? In this week’s episode, we have Joey Cantrell, General Manager of Operations at Constellium, on the show to share his insights on this topic. Listen now!

The nature of work has changed drastically over the last three years, but how are those changes materializing in asset-intensive industries? The next generation of workers will be instrumental in shaping the future of work in maintenance, reliability, and operations as they embark on their careers, but what exactly will that look like? In this week's episode, we have Luke Clark, Reliability Consul...

Over the past several years, decades even, we have seen countless exciting advancements in technology across asset-intensive industries. While exciting, these changes have raised questions about how the future will look for maintenance, operations, and reliability teams within these industries. Will we see even bigger sweeps of innovation? Will the jobs of manufacturing professionals change? On th...

Innovation can often be a mysterious thing. How do we go about bringing widespread innovation to our teams, organizations, and even entire industries? Who is responsible for innovating? How do we change people's minds who may be resistant to new ideas? Andrew Black is the Director of Innovation at the Port of Halifax and the Executive Director of the Port's innovation lab, the PIER. Join Andrew an...

There's been an ongoing discussion in our industry about the weight that formal education, hands-on experience, and, more recently, certifications carry in developing one's career. Is a formal degree necessary or can you learn everything you need to know on the job? How important are industry certifications in building your resume? Ramesh Gulati is back on the show to share his thoughts on how to...

In this week's episode, we have Bennett Fitch, Chief Strategy Officer at Noria Corporation, joining Ryan LIVE at the 2022 Reliable Plant Conference. We'll explore Bennett's extensive experience in lubrication and oil analysis to uncover practical tips and tricks for improving lubrication practices in your own organization. Tune in today!

Every major industry relies on semiconductors, including automobile makers and the defense industry. This resource is so vital to our economy and society, yet it’s taking a long time to pass a bill to alleviate the shortage. Now, American semiconductor giants are warning lawmakers that they may relocate overseas if they continue to be unsupported. Ramesh Gulati, the Reliability Sherpa, is back on...

Multi-capital value reporting frameworks give Asset Managers an opportunity to align their discipline and thinking with wider sustainability and ESG factors. This is to deliver true sustainability over and above solely net-zero thinking. In this episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have Rhys Davies on the show. Rhys is a Global Consulting Leader for Asset Management & Operations at...

There is a lot of talk about sustainability. Many organizations are taking action to reduce their carbon footprint and are advocating for electrification to replace technologies that use fossil fuels. What kind of impact will this make on maintenance and reliability? In this week's episode, we have Ramesh Gulati back on the show to share his insights and recommendations. Listen today! Visit us on...

Anyone working in an asset-intensive organization will know the importance of planning and prioritizing. In fact, without a robust planning and prioritization process, then creating a robust maintenance budget would be impossible. In this week's episode, we have Nigel D'Souza, Manager of Facilities Services at a District School Board in Central Ontario, to share his expertise on this topic! Tune i...

Huge announcement... WE WROTE A BOOK!  Back in 2021, UpKeep brought maintenance, reliability, and operations teams together in a new approach called Asset Operations Management. Now, we’ve written a book on the topic of Asset Operations, and why it is critical for the future of our industry! This book would not have been possible without contributions from the UpKeep team, our customers, the...

In this special episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have the Data Analyst and Program Manager Assistant at Wearcheck USA, Angela Borella, on the show!  Angela started her career in maintenance and reliability as a technician in 1995 and has since then specialized in oil analysis and lubrication, assisting many organizations to reach a world-class lubrication design. Hear wha...

Right now, there is a soaring demand for warehouses and distribution centers. We're seeing all over the news how there are little to no spaces available. Why is this happening? And, how does this affect our industry now and in the future? Amid this Warehouse Space Race, American companies are beginning to take steps to make their warehouses more energy efficient. Why is this happening now? Should...

It's official. Congress passed the historic Infrastructure Bill, which is a critical investment that aims to modernize our country’s infrastructure. But, this bill also has significant implications for the energy industry. We invited John Povilaitis and Alan Seltzer , shareholders at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney , to the show to share their thoughts and insights on what the bill’s impact will b...

In this special episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have the Director of Product and Services at SEAM group, Christine Witte, on the show!  Listen now to learn more about introducing maintenance and reliability in early education, how early exposure and awareness will redefine the female talent in the industry, and her advice to future generations of female leaders. Women in...

In this special episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have the CEO of Empowering Brands, Charli K Matthews, on the show!  Listen now to learn more about the inspiration behind Empowering Women in Industry, why diversifying your network is necessary, and how to take action today. Women in Maintenance is a special series hosted by Caitlyn Young-Gilbert, UpKeep's Maintenance Community...

In this special episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have Sanya Mathura, Managing Director at Strategic Reliability Solutions, on the show!  Tune in to learn how Sanya overcame the challenges she faced in the industry, how to bring value to the table, and the importance of bringing people from different backgrounds together for change. Women in Maintenance is a special series host...

We're excited to launch our Women in Maintenance Series, under the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast!  In this series, Caitlyn Young-Gilbert, founder of UpKeep's Maintenance Community, meets with a female leader in the maintenance industry to discuss their career journeys and share best practices to help other women within the maintenance industry thrive! We have our first guest, Trena Ellis, Vic...

As asset-intensive industries move further into the realm of digital transformation, what will be their key to success? When executives of organizations are determining the roles of digital and physical assets in their daily operation, what are the strategic themes to recognize? Ramesh Gulati, the Reliability Sherpa, is back on the show to answer these questions and more with Ryan! Listen today! V...

We're living in an unprecedented time, where statistically, there are jobs available for every person searching for one. But, employers are expressing that they are having trouble finding workers equipped and able to fill open positions. What this tells us is that the labor shortage is being fueled by a lack of qualified workers.  We have seen countries trying all sorts of ways to combat...

Operational excellence allows for businesses and its leadership to improve all areas of performance. It covers guidelines and best practices to ensure infrastructure is continually running at the top of its game. Ramesh Gulati, the Reliability Sherpa, is back on the show to chat with Ryan about this topic — what it is, how a facility should strive to be operationally excellent, and more. Tune in a...

Data centers are responsible for so much transfer of information. And, data centers are only continuing to grow and become more complex. Thus, managing maintenance and reliability for these center can provide some unique challenges. George Parada, Global Asset Management Quality and Reliability Manager at Meta (previously known as Facebook), shares his insights around this topic, and he and Ryan d...