Joe Anderson with ReliabilityX
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2026 and talking to Joe Anderson, Partner/COO with ReliabilityX about “Industrial knowledge acquisition and practical application”.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity, marketing, and leadership in various industries. Speaker 1 promotes the Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress from November 3-5, 2023, and the SMRP conference in Fort Worth, Texas. Joe Anderson discusses the critical need for skilled professionals in manufacturing, highlighting the gap between knowledge acquisition and practical application. He advocates for a shift from a focus on metrics to one on leadership and culture, aiming to build an army of problem solvers. Anderson’s company, ReliabilityX, aims to improve organizational reliability and culture through practical, quick-win solutions.
Peter Morrow with Total Resource Management
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Peter Morrow, Chief Revenue Officer at Total Resource Management about “EAM Data”.
Scott Mackenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, featuring Peter Morrow, Chief Revenue Officer at TRM, discussing asset management and reliability. TRM, which specializes in Maximo and Hexagon systems, has expanded through acquisitions, aiming to be software-agnostic. Morrow emphasizes the importance of foundational data and best practices in asset management, noting that many companies fail to realize the promised value from their EAM systems. He highlights the need for collaboration and innovation, advocating for maintenance and reliability professionals to lead digital transformation projects. Morrow can be contacted via TRM’s website or LinkedIn.
Lisa Brownlee with Leader’s Imago
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Lisa Brownlee, Founder at Leader’s Imago about “Real-world leadership simulation”.
Scott Mackenzie promotes Elevotec’s ERP, EAM, and business intelligence solutions on his industrial podcast. At the SMRP conference, he interviews Lisa Brownlee of Leader’s Imago, who discusses her company’s leadership development program for manufacturing supervisors and managers. The program, a two-and-a-half-day leadership simulation, focuses on real-world challenges and provides high-quality feedback and coaching. Brownlee emphasizes the importance of managers supporting their employees’ growth and the need for vulnerability-based trust. She also highlights the significance of continuous improvement and emotional intelligence in leadership. Brownlee’s contact information is provided for further inquiries.
Nancy Regan and Corey Dickens Discussing Asset Management
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Nancy Regan and Corey Dickens about “The future of operational excellence”.
Scott Mackenzie introduces Elevotec ERP, EAM, and business intelligence solutions on the Industrial Talk Podcast. The episode features Nancy and Corey, industry veterans discussing their careers in reliability and maintenance. Nancy, with 27 years of experience, emphasizes the importance of mentorship and simple explanations in reliability. Corey, with 13 years in the Navy and industry, highlights the need for leadership, mentorship, and workforce development. They stress the importance of overcoming comfort zones, embracing failure, and leveraging technology while maintaining foundational skills. Both advocate for inspiring the next generation and the value of conferences like SMRP for professional growth.
Paul Crocker with ReliabilityX
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Paul Crocker, Sr. Reliability Engineer at ReliabilityX about “Cultural alignment with your reliability strategy”.
Paul Crocker emphasizes the importance of storytelling and podcasting for creating human connections in business, especially in the context of AI. He suggests using Industrial Talk as a platform to amplify voices and build resilient businesses. Crocker discusses his career journey, starting with the Board of Public Utilities in Kansas City, Kansas, and his role in implementing Maximo systems for reliability and maintenance. He highlights the need for effective training and cultural alignment between operations and maintenance. Crocker also touches on the challenges of sustaining success and the potential of AI to assist in maintenance processes.