The problems that are introduced by assigning “blame” to operations or maintenance.
A definition of a “backlog” and why, without a well-managed backlog, the wrong work will be done.
The need to monitor and continually improve maintenance business processes
A logical, reliability-focused approach to implementing and running a preventive maintenance program.
A review of the types of breakdowns that can or can not be eliminated with preventive maintenance.
A look at the many factors that must be considered when setting up a maintenance workforce.
A recommendation for inspecting assets that have a very long-term maintenance cycle.
The importance of paying attention to routines, such as housekeeping, safety inspections and the like.
In maufacturing, reliability is maintenance’s “product” and must be measured to be able to be managed. Some recommendations.
The value of being able to focus on the few factors that have the greatest impact on maintenance performance.
The value of root cause analysis in preventing breakdowns that can not be effectively prevented by a good PM program
Why expert participation is essential in analyzing the failure of a complex system.
A discussion on the great difficulty achieving “new equipment” reliability when making shop repairs.
The importance of managers taking notice of the shortcomings of the systems and equipment that they expect their supervisors and tradespeople to use.
Why reducing maintenance costs is never easy, and some recommendations