Joe Caetano with Elevotec
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Joe Caetano, Practice Director at Elevotec about “Chasing the game in Asset Management”.
Scott MacKenzie and Joe Caetano discuss the importance of avoiding “chasing the game” in asset management and maintenance. Joe emphasizes the value of strategic investment over reactive decision-making, highlighting the role of Hexagon EAM in providing robust solutions. He shares insights from his experience at SMRP conferences, stressing the need for collaboration and learning. Joe also discusses the significance of understanding business processes and addressing “business trauma” to ensure successful implementation of new systems. He advocates for incremental changes and transparency to sustain efficiency and improve operational reliability.
Gregorio Hadad with Skyler
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Gregorio Hadad, General Manager at Skyler about “3rd Party Asset Management Solutions”.
Scott Mackenzie and Gregorio Hadad discuss the evolution of asset management and reliability at the SMRP conference. Gregorio, General Manager at Skyler, highlights Skyler’s IoT platform, which collects and analyzes vibration and temperature data to provide actionable insights for customers. Skyler’s partnerships with maintenance and repair organizations enhance their ability to support customers effectively. The platform integrates with existing CMMS systems and uses AI to optimize maintenance processes. Gregorio emphasizes the importance of collaboration and human expertise in achieving reliability and efficiency in asset management.
Dan Anderson with SMRP and ReliabilityX
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2026 and talking to Dan Anderson, Chairman of the Board of SMRP and Director of Business Development at ReliabilityX about “The Future of SMRP”.
Scott Mackenzie and Dan Anderson discuss the importance of the SMRP conference for maintenance, reliability, and asset management professionals. Dan, now the president of SMRP, highlights the need to revamp the body of knowledge and make it more accessible through micro-learning series. They emphasize the significance of human interaction in the field, despite the advancements in AI and technology. Dan shares his career journey, from early CMMS software to his current role at Reliability X. They also stress the importance of inspiring the next generation and the synergies between SMRP and the Institute of Asset Management (IAM).
Jim Vinoski with the Manufacturing Talks Web Show and Podcast
Industrial Talk is talking to Jim Vinoski, Founder and Host of the Manufacturing Talks Web Show and Podcast about “Passion voice, powerful advocate, manufacturing success”.
Scott Mackenzie interviews Jim Vanoski on the Industrial Talk Podcast, discussing the importance of amplifying industrial voices and inspiring the next generation of leaders. Jim shares his extensive manufacturing background, including 16 years with General Mills, and his transition to writing for Forbes and podcasting. They discuss the challenges in the food industry, including cost-cutting and the rise of private labels, and the need for innovation and skilled labor. Jim emphasizes the importance of responsible investment in manufacturing and the role of culture and policy in shaping the industry’s future.
Jeremy Toeman with Augie Studio
Industrial Talk is talking to Jeremy Toeman, Founder of Augie Studio about “Powerful and nimble AI video editing solutions”.
Scott Mackenzie interviews Jeremy Toeman, founder of Augie , an AI-powered video editing platform. Augie simplifies video editing by creating transcripts, analyzing content, and suggesting clips for social media. Toeman explains the platform’s evolution, including its integration with AI technologies like ChatGPT and synthetic voices. He emphasizes the importance of human interaction in refining clips and the potential for Augie’s API to automate video editing across various platforms. Toeman also discusses the broader implications of AI in content creation, balancing automation with human creativity and the potential impact on jobs.
