CMMSradio

CMMSradio talks with Gary Specter (CEO of Limble) about IMTS and SMRP (Raleigh, Sept 28–Oct 1, booth 807)!Use code CMMSRADIO for 10% off to attend SMRP: https://smrp.org/events/annual-conference/Limble’s upcoming October report shows many maintenance teams still rely on one person’s knowledge. AI only works after real platform adoption and clean data. Most old CMMS systems can’t be fixed by just adding AI or slapping a badge on it! Heads-up! Limble is upgrading its data layer for better results. Emphasis stays on making the tool usable for technicians on the floor.

CMMSradio talks with Joe Anderson and George Williams of ReliabilityX ahead of #SMRP (Raleigh, Sept 28–Oct 1, booth 615). Use code CMMSRADIO for 10% off registration. Joe is releasing three books at SMRP! 1. Spotlighting Your Hidden Plant 2. Business Acumen for Manufacturers 3. It’s Not You But It’s You (written with George)We also talk about their SMRP sessions: Joe Anderson “From Wrench to Wallet” (Tue 9:45 AM ET) — building business cases that convert reliability gains into real financial impact. George Williams “So You Landed a Job in Reliability. Now What?” (Wed 1:15 PM ET) — practical guidance for new reliability professionals.George also joins Ramesh Gulati on a culture session. Get to SMRP 2026 to connect with these Real Deal Pros! https://smrp.org/events/annual-conference/Work with the best in the business!Visit https://reliabilityx.com/ and escape unreliability!

CMMSradio talks with Alex Bolan (DigitalThinker / TheSyndicate) about... The focused two-day Streamline workshops in Denver (AI, Power BI, configuration, integrations, and no sales booths)!SMRP in Raleigh, NC. Alex will be at the CMMSradio booth (530); use code CMMSRADIO for 10% off here: https://smrp.org/events/annual-conference/The Syndicate’s integrity-first approach!Practical AI use in EAM including a technician “maintenance machine!"The idea that assets effectively own the organization!Alex warns against cutting successful reliability programs once results improve! Happens too often!Streamline Conferences: https://streamlineconferences.com/DigitalThinker: https://digitalthinker.com/

We sit down with Matt Hoffner ahead of his SMRP session in Raleigh (Sept 28–Oct 1; use code CMMSRADIO for 10% off). On Sept 29 (2:45–3:45 p.m. ET, room 302 AB) Matt delivers “Driving Reliability Through Lubrication Excellence: The OC JAX Story.”We discuss what started as a stubborn failure pattern, the certifications and process shifts that followed, why the obvious “fix” wasn’t the full answer, and how one simple move with technicians unlocked faster progress, real ownership, and unexpected training insights. Culture, buy-in, and closing the loop take center stage along with how the same approach is now spreading to other reliability efforts and changing day-to-day relationships on the floor. Get yourself to the SMRP Annual Conference, happening September 28 - October 1, 2026 in Raleigh, NC and save 10% with code CMMSRADIO here: https://smrp.org/events/annual-conference/

CMMSradio hosts Joe Caetano and Stephan Schomberg of Elevotec ahead of the 2026 SMRP Conference in Raleigh (Elevotec platinum sponsor, booth 1202; use code CMMSRADIO for 10% off). We must shift from measuring maintenance costs to focusing on reliability and cost avoidance!Use sensor data and machine facts to prevent failures and extend asset life. Use targeted (not overdone) sensing on critical assets and 3D visualization/CAD models integrated into EAM systems (like Octave) for faster, mobile-friendly insights on assets such as bridges or precision equipment. Elevotec supports Octave and eMaint options. Remember, maintenance is the “blood” of the organization; sustained reliability programs deliver real bottom-line value.