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Maintenance Mavericks Podcast

Maintenance Mavericks Podcast

By UpKeep Maintenance Management

A podcast for people who want to learn more about all things maintenance and reliability. UpKeep Founder and CEO, Ryan Chan, meets with an expert from the maintenance community to take a deep-dive into topics that can help elevate our entire industry.

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S4:E09 Why is the World Short on Everything!? with Larry Wigger

Maintenance Mavericks PodcastDec 02, 2021

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S5: E10 The Future of Industrial IoT and Data with Bill Bither

S5: E10 The Future of Industrial IoT and Data with Bill Bither

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.

Jul 05, 202328:41
S5:E9 Overall Equipment Effectiveness with John Oskin

S5:E9 Overall Equipment Effectiveness with John Oskin

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 every industry quickly, there is still a human element required to understand and use the data. The biggest takeaway that John hopes listeners will take from the discussion is to start taking action today to advance their asset management digitization strategy.

May 15, 202324:35
S5 E8: Supply Chain Demands w/ Jim Fleming

S5 E8: Supply Chain Demands w/ Jim Fleming

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 clearer picture on this week's episode.


Mar 20, 202342:47
S5:E7 State of the Shop Floor with Joey Cantrell

S5:E7 State of the Shop Floor with Joey Cantrell

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!

Dec 07, 202223:53
S5:E6 How the Next Generation Will Shape the Maintenance Workplace with Luke Clark

S5:E6 How the Next Generation Will Shape the Maintenance Workplace with Luke Clark

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 Consultant at Allied Reliability, on the show to share his insights on this topic.

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Nov 30, 202227:12
S5:E5 The Future of Industry with Sunny Han

S5:E5 The Future of Industry with Sunny Han

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 this week's episode of Maintenance Mavericks, UpKeep Founder and CEO Ryan Chan is joined by Sunny Han, Founder and CEO of Fulcrum, to discuss what the next 5 to 30 years might look like for our industries.

Tune in and listen today!

Oct 19, 202225:55
S5:E4 Creating an Innovation Haven with Andrew Black

S5:E4 Creating an Innovation Haven with Andrew Black

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 and Ryan for a revealing conversation about how to democratize innovation in asset-intensive industries and learn how you too can take part in creating waves of change.

Sep 15, 202225:57
S5:E3 Components of a Career with Ramesh Gulati

S5:E3 Components of a Career with Ramesh Gulati

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 navigate the different paths to building a career in maintenance and reliability. Listen today!

Sep 09, 202229:00
S5:E2 Take Your Lubrication Program Up a Notch with Bennett Fitch

S5:E2 Take Your Lubrication Program Up a Notch with Bennett Fitch

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!

Aug 24, 202231:17
S5:E1 Chip Makers vs. Congress with Ramesh Gulati

S5:E1 Chip Makers vs. Congress with Ramesh Gulati

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 the show to share his thoughts on this situation and the impact this will have on our industry now and in the future. Listen today!

Aug 17, 202220:57
S4:E30 Using Multi-capitals in Asset Management with Rhys Davies
Jun 21, 202225:49
S4:E29 The Impact of Decarbonization, Electrification, and Sustainability on our Industry with Ramesh Gulati
Jun 08, 202223:39
S4:E28 Planning and Prioritization for Maintenance and Reliability with Nigel D'Souza
Jun 01, 202230:50
S4:E27 We Wrote a Book! "Asset Operations" is Available for Purchase!

S4:E27 We Wrote a Book! "Asset Operations" is Available for Purchase!

May 25, 202254:50
S4:E26 Women in Maintenance Special: What Matters More, Your Education or Your Experience? with Angela Borella

S4:E26 Women in Maintenance Special: What Matters More, Your Education or Your Experience? with Angela Borella

May 19, 202209:52
S4:E25 The Warehouse Space Race with Ramesh Gulati
May 12, 202228:19
S4:E24 The $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill and its Impact on the Maintenance Worker Over the Next 5 Years with John Povilaitis and Alan Seltzer
May 04, 202235:31
S4:E23 Women in Maintenance Special: Redefining the Maintenance and Reliability Industry with Christine Witte
Apr 27, 202223:13
S4:E22 Women in Maintenance Special: Diversifying your Network with Charli K. Matthews
Apr 20, 202217:58
S4:E21 Women in Maintenance Special: The Power of Diversity with Sanya Mathura
Apr 13, 202221:20
S4:E20 Women in Maintenance Special: Key to Vendor Management Success with Trena Ellis
Apr 06, 202210:07
S4:E19 Digital Transformation for Asset-Intensive Industries with Ramesh Gulati
Mar 30, 202234:03
S4:E18 Is the Answer to Easing the Labor Shortage... Children on Forklifts? with John S. Mueller
Mar 23, 202227:59
S4:E17 Operational Excellence and How to Reach It with Ramesh Gulati
Mar 16, 202221:29
S4:E16 Data Centers Feeling the Heat! with George Parada
Mar 09, 202224:50
S4:E15 Oil, Gas, OPEC, Oh My! with Jonathan David
Mar 02, 202229:11
S4:E14 The Strategic Business Case for Physical Asset Management and Reliability with Bob DiStefano
Feb 23, 202233:57
S4:E13 Strategy as a Team Sport with Charli K. Matthews
Feb 16, 202222:50
S4:E12 Are America's Workplaces Still Too Dangerous? with Luke Anear
Feb 09, 202227:05
S4:E11 Community Question Round-Up No. 7 with Ramesh Gulati
Feb 02, 202234:15
S4:E10 Chaos in America's Port and the Shipping Crisis with Lucas Marino
Jan 25, 202234:42
S4:E09 Why is the World Short on Everything!? with Larry Wigger

S4:E09 Why is the World Short on Everything!? with Larry Wigger

In this week's episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have Larry Wigger, supply chain management expert and Assistant Teaching Professor at UMKC, on the show! Larry and Ryan discuss a hot topic in today's world: the disruption in our global supply chain. Listen now!


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"Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)

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Dec 02, 202123:20
S4:E08 The Data That Drives PM Optimization with Rick Clonan

S4:E08 The Data That Drives PM Optimization with Rick Clonan

In this week's episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have Rick Clonan, maintenance expert and co-author of the book Engineer’s Guide to Preventive Maintenance: Mitigating Asset Risks Through Preventive Action on the show! Rick and Ryan discuss topics surrounding the data that's necessary to leverage PM optimization and mitigate risk, both in an organization and on a larger scale. Listen now!


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Nov 27, 202124:51
S4:E07: Sustainable Business Processes in Asset Management & Beyond with Chris Colson

S4:E07: Sustainable Business Processes in Asset Management & Beyond with Chris Colson

In this week's episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have Chris Colson, Principal at Allied Reliability, and co-author of Clean, Green, and Reliable: A Sustainable Reliability Guide For Industrial Plants on the show! While the benefits of equipment reliability are most noted for reducing the cost of maintenance, Chris and Ryan discuss the benefits of reliable assets that reach far beyond cost and into environmental, social and governance practices. Listen now!


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Nov 18, 202133:18
S4:E06 From the Military to Maintenance - How to Transition into a Successful Career

S4:E06 From the Military to Maintenance - How to Transition into a Successful Career

In this week's episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have a special panel episode co-hosted by Gary Wood, U.S. Army Ranger and UpKeep Senior Implementation Manager. To celebrate Veterans Day, we invite you to spend time with four Veterans who have transitioned from the US Armed Forces to a successful career in maintenance and reliability. Please join us to hear their stories of service, their unique perspective on how they prepared for their transition, and why you should hire a veteran.


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"Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)

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Nov 16, 202121:33
S4:E05 Innovation and Its Importance with Shweta Saxena

S4:E05 Innovation and Its Importance with Shweta Saxena

In this week's episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have Shweta Saxena, CEO of MachineMax, on the show! Ryan and Shweta explore the topic of technological innovation — especially in the mining and construction industry — and how critical it is for the industry to adopt and adapt to new technology. Listen today!


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"Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)

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Nov 05, 202119:33
S4:E04 The Future of Asset Analytics with Dane Boers

S4:E04 The Future of Asset Analytics with Dane Boers

In this week's episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we have Dane Boers, founder of Modla, on the show! Ryan and Dane explore the topic of advanced analytical techniques and the future of analytics in preventive maintenance. Listen today!


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Oct 27, 202120:33
S4:E03 Community Question Round-Up No.6 with Ramesh Gulati

S4:E03 Community Question Round-Up No.6 with Ramesh Gulati

In this week's episode of the Maintenance Mavericks Podcast, we'll be doing another Community Question Round-Up, where we review questions submitted by members in our Maintenance Community Slack Group and hear insight from one of our Maintenance Experts in Residence, the Reliability Sherpa himself — Ramesh Gulati. Listen today!


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"Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)

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Oct 22, 202134:04
S4:E02 Maximizing Safety and Reliability with Mark Benak

S4:E02 Maximizing Safety and Reliability with Mark Benak

In this week's episode of Maintenance Mavericks, we have Mark Benak on the show! Mark is a technology entrepreneur who holds a ton of experience and industry knowledge. Ryan and Mark discuss the difference between maintenance and reliability, ensuring optimal maintenance strategies for safety and reliability, and much more! Listen today!


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"Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)

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Oct 14, 202118:17
S4:E01 Women in Maintenance with Caitlyn Young-Gilbert

S4:E01 Women in Maintenance with Caitlyn Young-Gilbert

We're excited to announce the launch of our podcast's rebrand to "Maintenance Mavericks"! To kick off our new season and our new name, we have our very own UpKeep Chief of Staff, Caitlyn Young-Gilbert, on the show! In this episode, Caitlyn shares with us her latest project, the Women in Maintenance Podcast, as well as her insights on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the industry. Listen today!


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Oct 08, 202118:13
S3:E23 The Human Side of Maintenance with Jim Vantyghem

S3:E23 The Human Side of Maintenance with Jim Vantyghem

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we have Jim Vantyghem, CMMS Senior Support Manager at Gentek Building Products, on the show! Jim has a huge passion for understanding the human side of maintenance — solving common frustrations and issues that maintenance personnel face, identifying underlying people issues within a maintenance organization, and more. Listen today!


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Sep 29, 202121:57
S3:E22 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.5 with Ramesh and Ryan

S3:E22 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.5 with Ramesh and Ryan

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we'll be doing another Community Question Round-Up, where we review questions submitted by members in our Maintenance Community Slack group and hear insight from one of our Maintenance Experts in Residence, the Reliability Sherpa himself — Ramesh Gulati. Listen today!


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Sep 24, 202126:19
S3:E21 Working in the Food and Beverage Industry with Andy Gailey

S3:E21 Working in the Food and Beverage Industry with Andy Gailey

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we have Andy Gailey, Founding Director of UPTIME, back on the show! Andy has spent over 20 years at Pepsico, and Ryan takes this time to learn more about Andy's experience in this company, and in the Food and Beverage industry as a whole. Listen today!


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Sep 15, 202116:41
S3:E20 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.4 with Ramesh and Ryan

S3:E20 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.4 with Ramesh and Ryan

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we'll be doing another Community Question Round-Up, where we review questions submitted by members in our Maintenance Community Slack group and hear insight from one of our Maintenance Experts in Residence, the Reliability Sherpa himself — Ramesh Gulati. Listen today!


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Sep 08, 202121:42
S3:E19 Maintenance Process Mapping with Ricky Smith

S3:E19 Maintenance Process Mapping with Ricky Smith

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we have Ricky Smith, Expert in Residence at UpKeep, back on the show! Ryan and Ricky discuss Maintenance Process Mapping — what it is, why it's necessary, and how it can improve an organization's maintenance function. Listen today!  


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Sep 02, 202117:27
S3:E18 Makings of Great Maintenance Supervisors and Managers with Cliff Williams

S3:E18 Makings of Great Maintenance Supervisors and Managers with Cliff Williams

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we have Cliff Williams, Principal Advisor of Maintenance and Reliability at People & Processes, back on the show! Ryan and Cliff take a deep dive into the role of Maintenance Supervisors and Managers, and how these positions play a vital role in an organization. Listen today!


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Aug 18, 202117:34
S3:E17 The Leadership Mindset with Tom Furnival

S3:E17 The Leadership Mindset with Tom Furnival

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we have Tom Furnival on the show! Tom is currently the Vice President of Marshall Institute, and holds a ton of experience working with industry professionals and teaching them highly relevant solutions to improve performance. In this episode, Tom shares what he has learned over the years, especially when it comes to leadership. Listen today!


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Aug 13, 202115:12
S3:E16 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.3 with Ramesh and Ryan

S3:E16 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.3 with Ramesh and Ryan

In this week's special episode of The Maintenance Community Pod, we'll be doing another Community Question Round-Up, where we review questions submitted by members in our Maintenance Community Slack group and hear insight from one of our Maintenance Experts in Residence, the Reliability Sherpa himself — Ramesh Gulati. Listen today!


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"Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)  

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Aug 04, 202125:56
S3:E15 Building an Engaging and Successful Reliability Culture with Aaron Schultz

S3:E15 Building an Engaging and Successful Reliability Culture with Aaron Schultz

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Podcast, we have Aaron Schultz on the show! Aaron holds over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, and has gained a ton of valuable insight on how to work with organizations to improve their reliability culture. In this episode, Aaron shares with Ryan these insights and so much more! Listen today!


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Jul 28, 202116:24
S3:E14 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.2 with Ramesh and Ryan

S3:E14 TMCP Special: Community Question Round-Up No.2 with Ramesh and Ryan

In this week's special episode of The Maintenance Community Pod, we'll be doing another Community Question Round-Up, where we review questions submitted by members in our Maintenance Community Slack group and hear insight from one of our Maintenance Experts in Residence, the Reliability Sherpa himself — Ramesh Gulati. Listen today!


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Jul 21, 202126:18