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Bryan Christiansen with Limble CMMS

Scott MacKenzie — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Bryan Christiansen, Founder and CEO at Limble about “Human centric CMMS platform”.

Scott Mackenzie from Industrial Talk Podcast interviews Bryan Christiansen, CEO of Limble, a maintenance management solution. Limble empowers maintenance professionals by making CMMS systems user-friendly and efficient. Christiansen highlights the company's 10-year history, starting its first customer seven years ago. He emphasizes the importance of ease of use, citing the mobile application's design based on plant floor insights. Limble's AI capabilities streamline troubleshooting, PM plan setup, and scheduling, reducing technician trips and improving efficiency. Christiansen also discusses the company's integration with third-party solutions and its adaptability across various industries.

Outline

Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast

Scott Mackenzie introduces himself and the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry innovations and professionals.
Scott welcomes listeners to the SMRP 33 conference, highlighting its importance for maintenance, reliability, asset management, and technology professionals.
Scott encourages listeners to mark their calendars for the next SMRP conference in 2026.
Scott introduces Bryan Christiansen from Limble, a company that provides a maintenance management solution.

Bryan Christiansen's Background and Limble's Mission

Bryan Christiansen introduces himself as the Founder and CEO of Limble, a company that empowers maintenance professionals.
Bryan explains that Limble has been in business for about 10 years, with the first customer acquired seven years ago.
Bryan shares his background in full-stack engineering and software development, and how he was drawn to the maintenance world due to the complexity of existing CMMS systems.
Bryan emphasizes Limble's mission to make CMMS systems easy to use, unlike many other systems that are difficult to navigate.

Challenges and Opportunities in CMMS Systems

Bryan discusses the challenges of existing CMMS systems, noting that there are over 300 CMMS systems available, each with its own unique features and usability issues.
Bryan highlights the importance of making CMMS systems user-friendly, as many technicians avoid using difficult systems.
Bryan shares his experience of working with maintenance managers and technicians who found existing systems too complicated to use.
Bryan explains that by making CMMS systems easy to use, organizations can unlock the full potential of their maintenance plans and inventory systems.

Improving User Experience with Mobile Applications

Bryan explains how Limble's mobile application is designed to improve the user experience for maintenance technicians.
Bryan mentions that the mobile application is designed based on insights gathered from walking plant floors and understanding the needs of technicians.
Bryan provides examples of how small improvements in workflows can save significant time for technicians, who perform these tasks frequently.
Bryan emphasizes the importance of making the mobile application intuitive and easy to use, even for technicians who wear gloves or work in challenging conditions.

Preventing Pencil Whipping and Ensuring Data Accuracy

Bryan discusses the issue of pencil whipping, where technicians provide incomplete or inaccurate data in work orders.
Bryan explains that by making the work order process enjoyable and valuable for technicians, they are more likely to provide accurate and detailed information.
Bryan highlights the importance of delivering value to technicians, such as being able to easily access past work orders and asset history.
Bryan shares that by aligning the value incentives for technicians, they are more likely to fill out work orders accurately and completely.

Time to Value and Customization in Limble

Bryan explains that Limble's average time to value is very fast, often within a few weeks, due to its ease of use and quick setup process.
Bryan acknowledges the need for customization in different facilities and organizations, as each has its own unique workflows and best practices.
Bryan describes how Limble allows users to configure assets and workflows to meet their specific needs, such as adding custom fields and building custom workflows.
Bryan emphasizes that Limble's flexibility and ease of use make it suitable for a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and oil and gas.

Leveraging AI in Maintenance Management

Bryan discusses how Limble leverages AI to improve maintenance management, focusing on solving specific jobs to be done.
Bryan explains that AI can significantly reduce troubleshooting time by providing technicians with insights from past work orders and asset notes.
Bryan highlights the use of AI to automate the setup of preventative maintenance plans, reducing the time required to set up PM schedules.
Bryan shares that AI can also help with scheduling, consolidating work orders to reduce the number of trips technicians need to make.

Addressing Labor Shortages and Knowledge Transfer

Bryan acknowledges the challenges of labor shortages and the aging workforce in the maintenance industry.
Bryan explains that AI can help bridge the gap by providing technicians with the information and tools they need to be more efficient.
Bryan discusses the importance of knowledge transfer from experienced technicians to new employees, as much of the expertise is held in the heads of older workers.
Bryan emphasizes that AI can help capture and preserve this expertise, ensuring that new technicians have access to valuable information.

Handling Backlogs and Prioritizing Work Orders

Bryan explains how Limble's AI can help manage backlogs of work orders by identifying duplicates and prioritizing urgent tasks.
Bryan highlights the importance of backlog grooming, where AI can suggest consolidating similar work orders and discarding duplicates.
Bryan discusses the role of AI in prioritizing work orders based on the potential impact of failures, ensuring that critical tasks are addressed first.
Bryan emphasizes that AI can significantly reduce the time and effort required to manage large backlogs of work orders.

Integration with Third-Party Solutions and Industry Focus

Bryan explains that Limble integrates with third-party solutions to provide comprehensive maintenance management capabilities.
Bryan shares an example of a partnership with Project Mate, a company that helps with construction builds and asset handover to maintenance teams.
Bryan discusses the importance of investing in maintenance from day one, rather than waiting until assets are in poor condition.
Bryan highlights that Limble is designed to be flexible and adaptable to a wide range of industries, making it suitable for various types of facilities and organizations.

Contact Information and Closing Remarks

Bryan provides contact information for Limble, including the company website and his LinkedIn profile.
Scott Mackenzie reiterates the importance of the SMRP conference and encourages listeners to mark their calendars for the next event in 2026.
Scott thanks Bryan for his time and insights, and encourages listeners to connect with Brian and explore Limble's solutions.
Scott wraps up the podcast, emphasizing the importance of networking and learning from industry leaders like Bryan.

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BRYAN CHRISTIANSEN'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-christiansen-4a6a5914a/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/limble/

Company Website: https://limble.com/

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Greg Perry with Fluke

Scott MacKenzie — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Greg Perry, Sr. Maintenance Reliability and CMMS Coach at Fluke about “Actualize Intelligence in Asset Management”.

Greg Perry discussed the importance of humanization in Industry 5.0, emphasizing the need to integrate actualized intelligence with artificial intelligence. He highlighted the significance of mapping workflows and the symbiotic relationship between people, processes, and technology. Perry shared insights from his 25 years of experience in computer maintenance management, stressing the importance of continuous improvement and learning. He also touched on the challenges of inspiring the next generation of asset management professionals and the role of community practice in peer review. The conversation concluded with a call to action for industry professionals to stay engaged and adapt to rapid technological changes.

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Outline

Introduction of New Podcasts

Scott introduces three new podcasts: “Ask Molly,” focused on marketing and sales, “Business Beatitudes,” on leadership virtues, and “The Human Patch,” on cybersecurity.
Emphasizes the importance of staying current in marketing and sales, and the unique approach of “Business Beatitudes” on leadership from the heart.
“The Human Patch” aims to highlight the human element in cybersecurity, working with Farah Barcelona.

Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast

Scott welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk Podcast, celebrating industry professionals and their contributions.
Highlights the importance of the SMRP event for asset management, maintenance, and reliability professionals.
Introduces Greg Perry, a legend in the industry, and sets the stage for their conversation.
Greg Perry humorously clarifies his name, preferring to be called Greg.

Greg Perry's Experience and Insights

Greg Perry shares his 25 years of experience in attending and speaking at conferences, describing SMRP as a homecoming for the maintenance, reliability, and asset management community.
Emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and the value of face-to-face interactions at events like SMRP.
Scott and Greg Perry discuss the excitement of meeting people from various industries, such as a company that manufactures pasta.
Greg Perry uses a metaphor to describe his appetite for learning and staying engaged in the industry.

The Importance of Mapping Workflows

Greg Perry explains the importance of mapping workflows and understanding the fundamentals of people, process, and technology.
Shares an example of an engagement where a team had to map out their workflows to understand inefficiencies and improve their processes.
Highlights the need for continuous improvement and learning, and the importance of not faking it till you make it.
Discusses the symbiotic relationship between people, process, and technology, and the need for alignment.

Challenges and Opportunities in Industry 5.0

Scott and Greg Perry discuss the challenges of inspiring the next generation of asset management professionals.
Greg Perry emphasizes the importance of humanization in Industry 5.0 and the need to break down silos and connect pockets of excellence.
Highlights the role of actualized intelligence versus artificial intelligence, and the importance of capturing tribal knowledge.
Discusses the need for continuous improvement and the role of community practice in peer review and learning.

The Role of AI and Humanization

Greg Perry explains the role of AI as a tool for reliability engineers and the importance of human involvement in decision-making.
Emphasizes the need for actualized intelligence and the importance of human involvement in AI models.
Discusses the challenges of trust in AI and the importance of maintaining human involvement in asset management.
Highlights the need for consistent storytelling and the importance of peer review in the industry.

Conclusion and Contact Information

Scott wraps up the conversation, emphasizing the importance of humanization in AI and the need for continuous improvement.
Greg Perry provides his contact information, encouraging listeners to reach out to him on LinkedIn.
Scott encourages listeners to attend upcoming conferences and stay engaged with the Industrial Talk Podcast.
The podcast concludes with a reminder of the importance of industry professionals and their contributions to the field.

If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

GREG PERRY'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-perry-cmrp-crl/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fluke-corporation/

Company Website: https://www.fluke.com/

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Colin Morris with MaintainX

Scott MacKenzie — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Colin Morris, Sr. Director of Solution Consulting at MaintainX about “Mobile first asset management platform”.

Scott MacKenzie interviews Colin from MaintainX at the SMRP conference in Fort Worth, Texas. Colin discusses Maintain X's mobile-first platform, which integrates with various systems like SCADA, ERPs, and wireless sensors to enhance maintenance decisions and asset availability. The platform, which has a three-week implementation period, supports voice summaries to capture technician knowledge and offers a full web client. MaintainX recently raised funding to enhance AI and mobility features. Colin emphasizes the importance of data strategy and extensibility in modern maintenance practices. Listeners can learn more at gomaintainx.com.

Action Items

[ ] Reach out to Colin on LinkedIn or the maintain X website to learn more about the platform.

Outline

Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast

Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk podcast, sponsored by CAP Logistics, emphasizing the importance of 24/7 insights into supply chains.
Scott MacKenzie welcomes listeners to the podcast, highlighting the SMRP conference in Fort Worth, Texas, and introduces Colin from MaintainX.
Colin shares his experience of working with Maintain X for over two years and his background in the software industry, including his time at Rockwell Automation.

Colin's Background and MaintainX's Funding

Colin discusses his career journey, including his 10 years in the software business before joining MaintainX.
Scott MacKenzie inquires about Colin's first SMRP experience, and Colin expresses his excitement and impressions of the conference.
Colin explains MaintainX's recent funding round, which will enhance AI and mobility features, and improve the product's strength.
Scott MacKenzie asks about MaintainX's strategic vision and priorities, focusing on AI and mobility.

MaintainX's Features and Differentiation

Colin elaborates on MaintainX's mobile-first application, which is designed for technicians and other business users.
Scott MacKenzie asks how MaintainX differentiates itself from other solutions, and Colin emphasizes the platform's extensibility and connectivity.
Colin explains MaintainX's ability to ingest information from various sources, including wireless sensors, SCADA, and ERPs, to improve maintenance decisions.
Scott MacKenzie and Colin discuss the importance of bidirectional connectivity and API bridges to integrate with existing systems.

Data Strategy and Implementation

Colin highlights the importance of understanding data strategy and building integrations with other systems.
MaintainX offers in-house integration teams and self-serve tools for customers to connect their systems.
Colin discusses the challenges of OEE and the need for real-time analytics to improve asset availability.
Scott MacKenzie inquires about the point of diminishing returns with data, and Colin explains the need to balance data collection with business impact.

Implementation Period and Third-Party Solutions

Colin explains MaintainX's average implementation period of three weeks, emphasizing outcome-based goals.
MaintainX has a team of over 40 implementation consultants, most of whom are engineers, to ensure successful setups.
Colin confirms that Maintain X supports third-party solutions, including vibration vendors, Ignition, Kepware, and industrial protocols like MQTT.
MaintainX is an SAP partner and connects with Oracle and other ERPs, offering fast implementation times for integrations.

Mobile Application and Voice Summaries

Colin explains that MaintainX is available on iOS and Android devices, with over 90% of technicians using the mobile application.
The platform offers a full web client with feature parity, but reporting is only available on the desktop version.
Colin discusses the benefits of using the mobile application to capture accurate data and eliminate pencil whipping.
MaintainX's voice summaries feature allows technicians to use voice commands to summarize their work, enhancing data accuracy and reducing manual entry.

Future of AI and Industry Trends

Colin predicts a shift towards more willingness to use AI and other tools in the industry.
He emphasizes the need for best-in-class solutions that leverage tools from various service providers and build a data platform for better maintenance.
Scott MacKenzie and Colin discuss the importance of capturing tribal knowledge and using AI to enhance maintenance practices.
Colin provides contact information for MaintainX, encouraging listeners to visit their website or reach out on social media for more information.

Conclusion and Call to Action

Scott MacKenzie wraps up the conversation, highlighting the importance of the SMRP conference and the need for asset management, maintenance, and reliability professionals.
He encourages listeners to connect with Colin and other industry professionals to stay informed about the latest trends and innovations.
Scott MacKenzie emphasizes the value of the Industrial Talk podcast in sharing insights and connecting with industry leaders.
The podcast concludes with a reminder to mark next year's SMRP conference on the calendar and to stay tuned for more conversations.

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COLIN MORRIS' CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colingmorris/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/getmaintainx/

Company Website: https://www.getmaintainx.com/

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Curt Chamberlain with Utility Performance Consultants

Scott MacKenzie — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Curt Chamberlain, Managing Consultant at Utility Performance Consultants about “Leveraging the EMaint solution for the Utility Market”.

Scott Mackenzie hosts an industrial podcast featuring Curt Chamberlain, a consultant with extensive experience in the energy and utility sectors. Chamberlain discusses his work with utilities like OG&E and a large Northeast utility, focusing on SAP implementations to cut OPEX by a billion dollars. He also details his projects with EMaint and Deep Blue, including a tight five-month implementation of EMaint for a pipeline company and a subsequent 18-month transition to EMaint's X5. Chamberlain highlights the challenges of regulatory compliance and the potential of AI in maintenance, emphasizing the need for substantial data to drive AI effectiveness.

Action Items

[ ] Connect with Curt Chamberlain on LinkedIn to continue the conversation.

Outline

Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast

Speaker 1 introduces Scott Mackenzie as the host of the industrial talk podcast, highlighting his dedication to industry innovations and trends.
Scott MacKenzie welcomes listeners to the podcast, emphasizing the importance of industry professionals and their contributions.
Scott mentions the early morning conversation at the Accelerate conference, sponsored by Fluke Reliability.
Scott promotes Fluke Reliability, encouraging listeners to visit their website for more information on asset management, maintenance, and reliability.

Discussion on Autonomous Vehicles and Personal Experiences

Scott and Curt discuss their experiences with autonomous vehicles, including taking one to a cigar shop and a short ride in another one.
They share their thoughts on the comfort and safety of autonomous vehicles, with Speaker 2 expressing a desire to take one to the airport.
Scott and Speaker 2 talk about the strange feeling of being in a car with no visible driver and the future of autonomous vehicles.

Background on Curt Chamberlain

Curt introduces himself as a consultant with extensive experience in the energy and utility business, particularly in maintenance and process improvement.
He shares his background in the utility industry, starting in the mid-90s, and his work with various utilities, including OG and E.
Curt describes his role in implementing SAP for OG and E, including payroll, maintenance, and other business systems.
He mentions his recent work with a large utility in the Northeast, focusing on cutting a billion dollars in operating costs through SAP implementation.

Implementation of E-Mate and Challenges

Curt discusses his work with EMaint, a crude pipeline company, and the implementation of their asset management system.
He describes the tight deadline and the challenges of transferring 389,000 historical work orders from the old system to E-Mate.
Curt explains the regulatory requirements for maintaining historical data and the complexity of the implementation process.
He shares the success of the implementation and the transition to E-Mate's new product, X5, which was pioneered by his team.

Transition to Deep Blue and Current Projects

Curt talks about his retirement and subsequent return to work with Deep Blue, a company in the water business.
He describes the company's operations in Midland, Texas, and their role in treating and disposing of water used in hydraulic fracking.
Curt explains the challenges of treating water to meet regulatory standards and the company's goal of using 100% treated water.
He mentions the potential for future acquisitions and the increase in work orders, currently running at 1500 per month.

Exploration of AI and Technology in Maintenance

Scott asks Curt about his thoughts on AI and its potential in the maintenance industry.
Curt expresses skepticism about the current hype around AI, emphasizing the need for a significant amount of data for AI to be effective.
He discusses the potential for AI in industries with established data collections, such as big refineries, but sees limited immediate use for AI in his current company.
Curt highlights the importance of operational excellence and the challenges of getting companies to invest in preventive maintenance.

Observations from the Reliability Lab Floor

Scott asks Speaker 2 about his impressions of the Reliability Lab Floor at the conference.
Curt praises the Fluke tools and the potential for vibration analysis and other maintenance technologies.
He discusses the challenges of getting companies to adopt new maintenance practices and the importance of data in improving reliability.
Curt shares his experiences with spin-off companies from large oil companies and the run-to-fail mentality that often prevails.

Conclusion and Contact Information

Scott thanks Curt for the conversation and asks how listeners can get in touch with him.
Curt provides his LinkedIn profile and expresses his willingness to connect and discuss industry topics.
Scott wraps up the podcast, promoting the Xcelerate 2026 conference and encouraging listeners to visit the Fluke Reliability website.
The podcast ends with a reminder to stay tuned for future episodes and to connect with Scott and other industry professionals.

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Greg Christensen with CMMSRadio Podcast

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is talking to Greg Christensen, Founder and Host of CMMS Radio Podcast about “Your source for all things Asset Management“.

Scott Mackenzie interviews Greg Christensen about his podcast, CMMS Radio, which focuses on asset management and reliability systems. Greg shares his background in building maintenance and software development, leading to the creation of CMMS Radio in 2021. He emphasizes the importance of people, process, and technology in maintenance management. Greg discusses the challenges of sustaining reliability efforts, the impact of leadership changes, and the need for meaningful data collection. He also highlights the complexity of integrating various maintenance management systems and the importance of collaboration among industry professionals.

Action Items

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[ ] Reach out to Greg Christensen on LinkedIn to connect and potentially be a guest on the CMMS Radio podcast.

Outline

Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast

Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and their innovations.
Scott highlights the importance of celebrating industry professionals who solve problems and collaborate.
Scott introduces Greg Christensen, the guest for the episode, and his podcast, CMMS Radio.
Scott mentions the common threads among industry professionals and the importance of their passion and vulnerability.

Greg Christensen's Background and CMMS Radio

Greg Christensen shares his background, starting in the building maintenance industry in the 90s.
Greg discusses his experience working in various skilled trades and manufacturing environments.
Greg talks about starting a software company to manage the process of account management and work orders.
Greg explains the inception of CMMS Radio in 2021, focusing on maintenance management, people, and process, rather than just technology.

The Evolution of CMMS Radio

Greg describes the initial idea of starting CMMS Radio with monologs and the transition to including guests and videos.
Greg mentions the inspiration from other podcasters and the importance of adding value without selling.
Scott and Greg discuss the challenges of starting a podcast and the importance of perseverance.
Greg emphasizes the importance of having real conversations and not trying to satisfy everyone.

Challenges in Asset Management and Reliability

Scott and Greg discuss the challenges of maintaining asset management and reliability programs over time.
Greg talks about the impact of leadership changes and the importance of preserving effective systems.
Scott shares his experience with deploying systems like Indus Passport and the challenges of sustaining reliability efforts.
Greg highlights the importance of continuous process improvement and the need for incremental changes.

The Role of Technology in Asset Management

Scott and Greg discuss the role of technology in asset management and the challenges of implementing comprehensive systems.
Greg explains the similarities and differences between various asset management systems like CMMS, EAM, and APM.
Greg emphasizes the importance of meaningful data collection and the role of frontline maintenance technicians.
Scott and Greg discuss the limitations of overly complex systems and the need for straightforward solutions.

The Importance of People in Asset Management

Scott and Greg discuss the critical role of people in the success of asset management and reliability programs.
Greg shares his experience with companies that have effective systems and the importance of understanding client needs.
Scott talks about the challenges of getting buy-in from employees and the importance of engaged and passionate individuals.
Greg emphasizes the need for companies to deliver on outcomes and not just sell solutions.

The Future of Asset Management and Reliability

Scott and Greg discuss the future of asset management and reliability, including the potential for collaboration among different systems.
Greg shares his vision of companies working together to provide better solutions for clients.
Scott and Greg discuss the importance of having a minimal mindset and focusing on straightforward solutions.
Greg emphasizes the need for companies to be transparent about their capabilities and not just focus on selling.

Conclusion and Contact Information

Scott and Greg wrap up the conversation, emphasizing the importance of highlighting the cool things happening in the industry.
Greg shares his contact information and encourages listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn.
Scott thanks Greg for the conversation and encourages listeners to subscribe to CMMS Radio.
Scott emphasizes the importance of amplifying the voices of industrial professionals and the need for a bigger platform for their solutions.

If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

GREG CHRISTENSEN'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-c-7b97648/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cmmsradio/

Company Website: https://cmmsradio.com/

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Gary Wood with Fluke Reliability

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Gary Wood, Customer Success Manager at Fluke Reliability about “You reliability journey today into the future”.

Scott Mackenzie interviews Gary Wood, a passionate industry professional and Customer Success Manager at Fluke Reliability, at the Accelerate 2025 event in Austin, Texas. Gary shares his journey from a military background to a career in manufacturing, emphasizing the importance of personal connections and team buy-in in maintenance and reliability. He discusses the challenges of implementing and sustaining condition-based monitoring (CBM) systems, the role of technology in improving asset management, and the necessity of demonstrating return on investment (ROI) to executive leadership. Gary also highlights the evolving capabilities of CBM tools like Azima, Connect Assets in enhancing predictive maintenance and reducing downtime.

Action Items

[ ] Reach out to Gary Wood on LinkedIn to connect and learn more about Fluke's solutions.
[ ] Explore the use of condition-based monitoring and Azima technology to improve asset management and maintenance practices.
[ ] Prepare financial data and “receipts” to demonstrate the return on investment of a reliable maintenance program when presenting to executives.

Outline

Introduction and Technical Issues

Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and innovations.
Scott mentions the current event, Accelerate 2025, and the technical issues faced during the broadcast.
Scott humorously suggests using older versions of technology to resolve issues.
Scott introduces Gary Wood, highlighting his passion and experience in the industry.

Gary Wood's Background

Gary Wood shares his background, mentioning his military service and his father's influence in the manufacturing industry.
Gary describes his career progression from a maintenance technician to a plant manager.
He emphasizes the importance of learning and the relationships built throughout his career.
Scott and Gary discuss the long-standing issues of maintenance, reliability, and asset management in the industry.

Challenges in Maintenance and Reliability

Gary talks about the current state of the industry, noting that people are less focused on internal improvements.
He stresses the importance of personal connections and care within maintenance teams.
Gary shares his experience with a technician who was initially resistant to change but later became a dedicated team member.
Scott and Gary discuss the necessity of creating a culture of pride and focus in maintenance and reliability.

Gary's Role at Fluke

Gary explains his role as a Customer Success Manager at Fluke, focusing on implementing and nurturing CMS systems.
He describes the importance of taking clients through the future and adapting CMS systems to their evolving needs.
Gary discusses the challenges of preventing pencil whipping and the importance of internal strength and KPIs.
He emphasizes the human factor in maintenance and the need for continuous improvement.

Creating a Reliability Culture

Scott asks about creating a reliability culture within an organization.
Gary shares an example of a successful transformation in a Michigan-based company.
He explains the importance of explaining the benefits of new technologies and gaining team buy-in.
Gary highlights the need for strong leadership and continuous improvement to sustain a reliability culture.

Overcoming Executive Challenges

Scott discusses the challenge of maintaining a reliability culture when new executives want to cut costs.
Gary suggests showing proof of return on investment (ROI) and profit margins to justify the importance of reliability.
He emphasizes the need to be prepared with data and reports to demonstrate the value of reliability programs.
Gary shares his experience with a press in Michigan, where condition-based monitoring helped reduce downtime and costs.

Future of Maintenance and Reliability

Scott asks about future developments at Fluke.
Gary expresses his interest in the Azima Connect Assets and its capabilities in data gathering and condition-based monitoring.
He discusses the importance of using condition-based monitoring to determine preventive maintenance (PM) intervals.
Gary highlights the benefits of reducing corrective downtime and unrecorded downtime through better monitoring.

Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Scott and Gary discuss the importance of continuous improvement and the role of technology in maintenance.
Gary shares an example of an operator who failed to report a machine issue, leading to significant downtime.
Scott asks how listeners can contact Gary, and Gary provides his LinkedIn profile and contact information.
Scott wraps up the conversation, encouraging listeners to reach out to Gary and emphasizing the importance of success in maintenance and reliability.

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GARY WOOD'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-wood-09a3b670/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fluke-reliability/posts/?feedView=all

Company Website: https://reliability.fluke.com/

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Tom Wilk with Endeavor Business Media

Scott MacKenzie — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Tom Wilk, Editor in Chief at Endeavor Business Media about “Emerging Industrial Technology”.

Scott MacKenzie and Tom Wilk discuss the Xcelerate 2025 conference in Austin, Texas, highlighting the importance of asset management, maintenance, and reliability. Tom shares his experience with Plant Services Magazine and the evolution of the conference, emphasizing the adoption of Fluke's E-Maint system by SKF, which is rolling out to 81 plants. They discuss the benefits of a CMMS for sustaining best practices and the importance of AI and mobile components in modern maintenance. Tom also notes the growing interest among younger workers in professional certifications and the need for universities to adapt to industry changes.

Action Items

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Outline

Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast

Speaker 1 introduces Scott MacKenzie as a passionate industry professional dedicated to transferring cutting-edge industry innovations and trends.
Scott MacKenzie welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk Podcast, celebrating industry professionals worldwide.
Scott MacKenzie thanks the audience for their support and highlights the importance of innovation, collaboration, and making the world a better place.
The podcast is broadcasting from Xcelerate 2025 in Austin, Texas, hosted by Fluke Reliability.

Introduction of Tom Wilkes and His Role

Scott MacKenzie introduces Tom Wilkes, who has been with Plant Services Magazine for 10 years.
Tom Wilkes shares his background, including his role at Plant Services Magazine and his involvement in the Accelerate conference.
Tom discusses the evolution of the conference from an EMA user group to a thought leadership event focusing on plant floor operations and best practices.
Scott MacKenzie and Tom discuss the importance of connected reliability and the various solutions offered by Fluke Reliability.

Customer Success Stories and Implementation of E-Main

Tom shares a press briefing from SKF about their successful implementation of E-Main across 81 plants worldwide.
The success of E-Main led SKF's management to mandate its use across all plants due to the return on investment and streamlined work processes.
Tom highlights the various ways different plants are using E-Main to optimize their maintenance programs and data management.
Scott MacKenzie and Tom discuss the sustainability of these solutions and the importance of a CMMS in maintaining best practices and collective memory for the plant.

Challenges and Solutions in Reliability and Maintenance

Scott MacKenzie and Tom discuss the challenges of finding skilled individuals and the impact of the “silver tsunami” on organizational knowledge.
Tom emphasizes the importance of investing in systems like E-Main to reduce the learning curve for new employees and maintain organizational knowledge.
The mobile aspect of CMMS systems is highlighted as a key factor in getting buy-in from younger technicians.
Scott MacKenzie and Tom discuss the importance of having a system like E-Main to capture and maintain organizational knowledge.

Evolution of the Xcelerate Conference and Customer Focus

Tom notes the subtle but significant change in the messaging at the Xcelerate conference this year, focusing more on tools already being used rather than future visions.
The conference has shifted to a more customer-centric approach, meeting plants where they are and offering support and partnership.
Scott MacKenzie appreciates this approach, as it provides a clearer path for organizations to achieve their goals.
The conference fosters collaboration and community, with attendees sharing their success stories and learning from each other.

Importance of Training and Professional Certifications

Tom discusses the interest of younger workers in professional certifications in reliability and maintenance, such as CMRP and CRL.
The conference emphasizes the importance of investing in both training and technology to build a sustainable program.
Scott MacKenzie and Tom discuss the three legs of a stool: education, collaboration, and innovation, which are all represented at the Xcelerate conference.
The future of the industry will see more adoption of AI assistance to help technicians with data input and decision-making.

AI and Data Collection in Reliability and Maintenance

Tom highlights the adoption of AI chatbots to help technicians input work order instructions and capture data more consistently.
A presentation at the University of Tennessee demonstrated the use of AI chatbots to improve planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
Scott MacKenzie emphasizes the importance of minimizing “pencil whipping” and achieving accurate data collection.
The use of AI chatbots can help improve the bottom line and make it easier for maintenance managers to report positive results to leadership.

Executive Buy-In and Process Improvement

Tom recommends going to the operations team to identify stoppages on the plant floor and implement process improvements.
Collaborative process improvement wins can help build a case for investing in technology to predict failures and improve efficiency.
Scott MacKenzie and Tom discuss the importance of human interaction and the challenges of finding the right talent.
Universities need to be nimble and provide examples of the application of skills in various sectors to support industry.

University Support and Industry Opportunities

Tom discusses the role of universities in supporting industry by demonstrating their engineering department's capabilities at trade shows.
Universities should provide examples of the application of skills in various sectors to advocate for manufacturing opportunities.
Scott MacKenzie and Tom discuss the importance of having advocates on the teaching side who understand the applications of skills in industry.
There are significant opportunities for companies in the coming years, and universities need to support this growth.

Contact Information and Closing Remarks

Tom provides his contact information for listeners who want to reach out and discuss further.
Scott MacKenzie thanks Tom for his insights and encourages listeners to connect with Tom and Fluke Reliability.
The podcast is part of the Industrial Talk Podcast Network, which offers marketing strategies and tools to help companies succeed.
Scott MacKenzie emphasizes the importance of being bold, brave, and innovative in the industry.

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TOM WILK'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilkt/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-business-media/

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Paul Crocker with Reliability X

Scott MacKenzie — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 31 and talking to Paul Crocker, Sr. Reliability Engineer at Reliability X about “Ensuring your asset management training aligns with technology”. Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:

Industrial asset management and reliability with a guest speaker. 0:03
- Paul is a reliability engineer with 29 years of experience in maintenance and asset management.
- At Reliability X, Paul focuses on ensuring clean and drinkable water through asset management and reliability.
- Paul discusses a utility implementation project that has taken around 3 years, with ongoing development and legacy data issues.
- Paul and Scott MacKenzie discuss the challenges of implementing new systems while still dealing with existing issues and lack of end-user experience.
Implementing an enterprise system development approach. 5:01
- Scott MacKenzie and Paul discuss challenges with enterprise system development, including data cleaning and legacy systems.
- Paul advises against translating old systems into new ones, instead focusing on understanding new system's functionality and mapping processes.
- Paul provides a tour of their old system to new employees to help them understand its functionality and processes.
- Paul highlights the importance of mapping out processes before implementing a new system, saving time and money in the long run.
- Scott MacKenzie agrees, emphasizing the value of identifying gaps and improving processes, rather than simply accepting the status quo.
Reliability engineering and asset management. 11:30
- Scott MacKenzie and Paul discuss the implementation of a big project across different departments in a utility company.
- They talk about the challenges of aligning distribution, transmission, generation, and substations, and how the project is being implemented in a geographically diverse manner.
- Scott MacKenzie interviews Paul Crocker on reliability engineering and asset management.
- Paul Crocker shares insights on the importance of collaboration and education in the industry.

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Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcrockerkck/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reliabilityx/

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Yoann Urruty with Spartakus Technologies

Scott MacKenzie — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 31 and talking to Yoann Urruty, Director of Technology with Spartakus about “Energy Resilience – Centralizing Source”. Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:

Industrial security and reliability. 0:00
- Scott MacKenzie introduces the podcast and welcomes listeners to Industrial Talk.
- Palo Alto Networks offers zero trust security for operational technology, providing comprehensive visibility and security for all assets, networks, and remote operations.
Reliability and maintenance in the mining industry. 2:37
- Yoann, a French engineer from Quebec, shares his experience working in a remote mine and learning about reliability and maintenance through podcasts and books.
- Scott MacKenzie interviews Sanctae and expresses interest in visiting Quebec, mentioning his family's roots in the province.
Energy resilience in a capitalist society. 5:23
- Yoann shares a different perspective on the transition to green energy, arguing that capitalist societies will continue to prioritize profit over environmental concerns.
- Yoann has a master's degree in thermodynamics and emphasizes the importance of energy consumption in modern society.
- Yoann highlights the limited availability of fossil fuels and its impact on economic growth, suggesting that resilience and localization of industries are key to mitigating these challenges.
- Yoann argues that real localization of everything, including food processing and manufacturing, is necessary for resilience in the face of energy shocks.
Energy efficiency and local manufacturing. 11:15
- Yoann argues that the current global manufacturing reality will come to an end due to energy reserves running out, and advocates for relocating everything to be more efficient in energy consumption.
- Yoann suggests making manual jobs cooler by promoting them as valuable and aligning with people's values, rather than pushing them towards high-degree university jobs they may not enjoy.
Energy resilience and centralization. 14:05
- Yoann suggests making industrial work cooler by spicing it up, speaking the language of youth, and giving a purpose beyond just making money.
- Scott MacKenzie agrees and thinks it's a challenge to balance genuine efforts with greenwashing, but believes there's a better future out there.
- Spartakus Tech and Yoann discuss energy resilience and centralization.

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Dan Roberts and Greg Corder with OSF HealthCare

Scott MacKenzie — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

On this episode of Industrial Talk, we're onsite at Accruent Insights and chatting with Dan Roberts and Greg Corder with OSF HealthCare about CMMS Deployment – Challenges and Opportunities for Healthcare. Here are the key takeaways:

Standardizing asset management codes in 17 hospitals. 0:00
- Palo Alto Networks offers zero trust security for operational technology, simplifying management and providing comprehensive visibility and protection.
- Dan Roberts is a CMMS Asset Management coordinator at OSF Healthcare, with a background as a technician and 6 years of experience in healthcare.
- Greg and Dan are the primary team members working on standardizing asset management codes across 17 acute care medical centers and 300+ medical office buildings.
Implementing a new CMMS system for 17 hospitals. 4:56
- Dan mentions that the organization had a failed implementation of a new system two and a half years ago, and they received commitment from upper management for a new implementation.
- Dan states that the organization is now on a common system, which has helped them manage their capital and assets more effectively.
- Organization failed to implement CMMS due to lack of consulting experience, weak product, and insufficient upper management commitment.
Implementing a new CMMS system for multiple hospitals. 9:34
- Infrastructure maintenance needs are a top priority, with a focus on organization and communication with finance teams.
- Greg suggests using a single CMMS to create a clearer picture of asset conditions and replacement costs.
Implementing a CMMS system for facilities management. 13:20
- Standardizing data across legacy systems through a centralized CMMS platform.
- Dan plans to implement a single system for tracking corrective and preventive maintenance, with a 5-year timeline for full implementation.
Healthcare asset management and CMMS implementation. 17:17
- Senior Vice President seeks help standardizing hospital equipment and maintenance requests.
- OSF Healthcare executives discuss the deployment of a CMMS system to manage asset management in healthcare.

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Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-roberts-853982208/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/osf-healthcare/

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Erik Klein with Prometheus Group

Scott MacKenzie — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Industrial Talk is onsite at the 30th Annual SMRP conference and speaking with Erik Klein, Senior Sales Engineer with Prometheus Group about “Strategies around digitizing and executing your reliability journey”. Get the answers to your “Asset Management” questions along with Erik's incredible insight on the “How” on this Industrial Talk interview!

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Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edanford-klein/

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Ruth Hughes with CMMS Data Group

Scott MacKenzie — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000

On this week's Industrial Talk we're onsite at the 30th Annual SMRP conference and talking to Ruth Hughes, Founder and CEO of CMMS Data Group (CDG) about “Asset Management requirement for being a World Class organization”. Get the answers to your “Asset Management” questions along with Ruth's unique insight on the “How” on this Industrial Talk interview!

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PODCAST TRANSCRIPT:

SUMMARY KEYWORDS

data, cmms, software, maintenance, plant, mp, solution, world, system, ruth, work, industrial, assets, industry, technicians, podcast, started, check, people, degrade