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Reliability Radio: Your Source for Maintenance and Asset Strategy

This podcast is essential listening for Maintenance and Reliability professionals dedicated to achieving operational excellence. Our mission is to provide clear, actionable insights and expert knowledge to help you elevate your asset management practices.

Through engaging interviews with industry leaders, authors, and technology experts, we explore practical strategies that drive value, from mastering foundational maintenance disciplines to effectively implementing cutting-edge technology. Whether you are seeking to optimize your CMMS, secure executive buy-in, or up skill your team, Reliability Radio is your consistent guide to turning strategic goals into measurable reliability success.

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#379
October 13 · 22 min
Reliability Radio EP 379: Mary Larkin & Terrence O'Hanlon
In this episode of Reliability Radio, host Brendon Russ is joined by Terrence O'Hanlon, founder of reliabilityweb.com, and Mary Larkin, President of Nineteen Americas, to discuss the recent acquisition of ReliabilityWeb by Nineteen Group . Recorded at Maximo World in Nashville, the conversation explores the long-term vision behind the transition and the future of the events . Terrence explains that Nineteen Group provides the infrastructure and culture needed to sustain their specialized communities well into the future . Mary highlights Nineteen Group's commitment to preserving the unique, collaborative energy of ReliabilityWeb events while introducing new growth opportunities, such as bringing Smart Manufacturing Week to Detroit next April alongside the reliability conference . Listeners will learn how this strategic partnership aims to expand the reach of the reliability community globally while maintaining the supportive spirit attendees have come to expect .
#378
October 7 · 11 min
Reliability Radio EP 378: Kendra DeKeyrel
In this episode of Reliability Radio, host Brendon Russ sits down with Kendra DeKeyrel, Worldwide VP of Asset Lifecycle Management at IBM Software, to discuss the evolving landscape of Maximo . As organizations transition from legacy versions like 7.6 to the new MAS 9 suite, many face the challenge of abandoning heavy past customizations . Kendra explains how utilizing Maximo's out-of-the-box configurations allows teams to upgrade faster and unlock new features, such as Asset Performance Management (APM) and enhanced mobile capabilities for field technicians . The conversation also covers practical advice for cleansing data to prepare for AI integration and using AppPoint licensing to quickly test new proof-of-concepts . This episode offers a clear, actionable roadmap for maintenance professionals to embrace the future of asset management without the fear of change .
#377
September 30 · 14 min
Reliability Radio EP 377: John Craig
In this Reliability Radio interview from TRC 2026, John from ABS explains why equipment data collection in CMMS systems often fails due to a lack of standardization . Discover how the proper definition of assets and nomenclature control enable cost-effective business decisions and facilitate the work of maintenance personnel .
#376
September 23 · 9 min
ReliabilityRadio EP 376: Mike Bodon
On Reliability Radio, Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ talk with Mike Bodon of Aquas about HVAC reliability, coil fouling detection, condition-based maintenance, and AI-powered performance monitoring. Learn how facilities can improve asset reliability, reduce energy waste, and extend equipment life through data-driven maintenance strategies.
September 16 · 16 min
ReliabilityRadio EP 375: Robert Skerik
On Reliability Radio, Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ talk with Robert Skerik of Technical Associates of Charlotte about advanced vibration analysis, high-frequency monitoring, rolling element bearings, gearbox reliability, lubrication issues, and pump cavitation. Learn why sampling rates and signal processing are critical for detecting failures before they impact production.
#374
September 9 · 12 min
Reliability Radio EP 374: Aaron Hermes
On Reliability Radio, Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ speak with Aaron Hermes of Interloc Solutions about reliability best practices, asset hierarchies, AI adoption, knowledge transfer, and CMMS implementation. Learn why context, experience, and thoughtful guidance are essential for turning best practices into lasting business value.
#373
September 2 · 12 min
Reliability Radio EP 373: Carlos Gonzalez, Remsoft
On Reliability Radio, Jonathan Guiney and Brendon Russ speak with Carlos Gonzalez of Remsoft about MRO inventory optimization, spare parts governance, lead-time accuracy, item master cleanup, and inventory criticality. Learn how better inventory data and decision-making can reduce costs, improve availability, and support business continuity.
#372
August 26 · 12 min
ReliabilityRadio EP 372: Dan Anderson, TRM
At TRC 2026, Brendon Russ speaks with Dan Anderson of TRM about reliability culture, ERP and EAM implementations, data governance, and executive sponsorship. Learn why maintenance professionals need a voice in technology decisions and how stronger partnerships between IT, operations, and maintenance improve business outcomes.
#371
August 19 · 25 min
Reliability Radio EP 371: Industry Trends and Insights: Marc LaPlante, Octave
On Industry Trends & Insights, Bob Francis speaks with Mark LaPlante of Octave about ISO 55000, asset management standards, AI-enabled business value analysis, and the importance of linking asset performance to financial outcomes. Learn how organizations can build stronger business cases and drive executive support for asset management initiatives.
#370
August 12 · 12 min
ReliabilityRadio EP 370: Joe Lee, Aidentyx
On Reliability Radio, Brendon Russ talks with Joe Lee of Aidentyx about moving beyond AI hype and applying AI to real maintenance challenges. Learn how AI-powered analytics, workflow automation, knowledge management, and root cause analysis can help reliability teams reduce repair times and improve operational performance.
#369
August 5 · 27 min
Reliability Radio EP 369: Industry Trends and Insights - California Water & Mentor APM
On Industry Trends & Insights, Bob Francis speaks with Ben Dutro of California Water Service and Tacoma Zach of Mentor APM about solving one of asset management's biggest challenges: poor asset data. Learn how AI-enabled data collection, condition assessments, thermography, and Maximo integration are helping utilities improve reliability, planning, and decision-making.
#368
July 29 · 9 min
ReliabilityRadio EP 368: Graham Provost, C3AI
On Reliability Radio, Brendon Russ speaks with Graham Provost of C3 AI about anomaly detection, AI agents, workflow automation, and asset performance optimization. Learn how organizations are using AI to improve reliability, accelerate investigations, optimize processes, and unlock operational efficiencies.
#365
July 23 · 21 min
Reliability Radio, EP 365 - Industry Trends and Insights, Joe Nichols
Can AI deliver value if your asset data isn't trustworthy? In this episode, Bob Francis sits down with Joe Nichols from Octave to explore how knowledge graphs, data quality, AI-driven classification, and connected industrial intelligence are reshaping asset management and reliability.
#367
July 22 · 17 min
Reliability Radio EP 367 - Industry Trends and Insights, Malavika Tohani
On Industry Trends & Insights, Bob Francis speaks with Malavika Tohani of Verdantix about industrial AI adoption, data governance, workforce trust, and asset lifecycle management. Learn why organizations are focusing on scalable AI use cases, contextualized data, and reliability-driven digital transformation
#366
July 15 · 12 min
ReliabilityRadio EP 366 - Jaidev Krishnan & Kyle Privette, AssetWatch
On Reliability Radio, Brendon Russ sits down with AssetWatch experts to explore the connection between lubrication, vibration analysis, condition monitoring, and reliability. Learn how education, culture, and proactive maintenance practices help organizations reduce failures, improve asset health, and build sustainable reliability programs.
March 25 · 15 min
Reliability Radio EP 364: Dr. Karl Hoffower, Failure Prevention Associates - IMC25
As the veteran workforce retires, industries are facing a massive loss of specialized knowledge. Dr. Karl Hoffower joins hosts Jonathan Gindner and Brendan Russ to explain why AI isn't a "magic bullet" for swinging wrenches and how a lack of leadership incentives often leads to repetitive equipment failure. Drawing from his background as a chiropractor and neurologist, Dr. Hoffower shares how he adapted human medical diagnostics—like x-rays and EKGs—into high-level vibration and oil analysis for industrial machinery. Discover why "value engineering" and procurement bonuses might actually be ruining your plant's reliability and how a Reliability Intervention Team (RIT) can save your bottom line.
March 10 · 12 min
Reliability Radio EP 363: Kelley Amundson, JLL - IMC25
Kelly Amundson, Senior Director of Sustainable Operations at JLL, joins Reliability Radio to discuss the evolving landscape of sustainability in asset management. The conversation covers key initiatives such as electrification, water reduction, and waste management, emphasizing the importance of breaking down silos between sustainability and engineering teams. Kelly highlights the role of specialized knowledge in driving change and the shift towards ROI-focused sustainability programs in large organizations.
March 3 · 12 min
Reliability Radio EP 362: Jeff Hay, RDI - IMC25
In this episode of Reliability Radio, Jeff Hay, CEO and founder of RDI Technologies, explains how Motion Amplification is changing the landscape of vibration analysis. By using standard video cameras to measure and visualize movement, RDI helps organizations identify root causes of equipment failure, improve commissioning processes, and bridge the communication gap between technical teams and management. Jeff also shares insights on the future of AI in reliability and RDI's new continuous monitoring solutions for hazardous areas.
#361
February 27 · 11 min
Reliability Radio EP 361: Hetal Lee, JLL - IMC25
In this IMC 2025 episode of Reliability Radio, Hetal Lee, Workplace Management Lead at JLL, shares a practical perspective on integrating reliability and asset management into broader organizational strategy. The conversation builds on the conference's opening keynote, reinforcing that reliability, data, and business objectives can no longer be treated as separate initiatives.
February 25 · 14 min
Reliability Radio EP 360: Greg Elliott, JLL - IMC25
In this session from IMC, Greg Elliott, a prominent expert from JLL, delves into the essential strategies for navigating the evolving landscape of wealth and asset management in 2025. He discusses the critical balance between growth and profitability, the modernization of data to harness the power of AI, and the integration of sustainability into core business operations. Elliott provides actionable insights on building cyber resilience, adapting to new regulatory frameworks, and leveraging managed services to drive efficiency and scalability in a volatile global market.

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