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Belief-Driven Reliable Maintenance Management Culture: Beliefs 11-15

Belief-Driven Reliable Maintenance Management Culture: Beliefs 11-15 Christer Idhammar, Founder, IDCON INC Posted 5/15/2025 Read The Belief Driven Maintenance Management Strategy: Creating a Reliability Culture Part 1 (Beliefs 1-5) and Creating a Reliability Culture with a Belief-Driven Maintenance Strategy: Beliefs 6-10 Excellent, consistent, and long-term leadership with well-defined and documented processes and the right people in the right positions are […]

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Maintenance Checklist Templates in the CMMS System

Maintenance checklists have evolved from simple paper flyers to integrated computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) components. They are initially used as a fundamental tool to organize and standardize maintenance tasks. They ensure accuracy and promote safety, and their digital transformation within a CMMS offers many additional benefits.

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Work Order Prioritization and Risk Assessment

In industries where operational downtime can cost thousands of dollars or more every hour, efficient work order management isn’t just helpful. It’s essential. Whether your business is in manufacturing, oil and gas, hospitality, or utilities, knowing which tasks to tackle first can make a significant difference between smooth operations and critical failure. This article examines the importance of prioritizing work orders, the key factors influencing work order prioritization, effective risk assessment methods, and optimal strategies for implementing a successful system.

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The Importance of Automatic Lubrication and Monitoring in Preventive Maintenance

Industrial machinery requires continuous and precise lubrication to maintain operational efficiency and prevent unexpected failures. Automatic lubrication systems and monitoring solutions play a key role in preventive maintenance, ensuring that the right amount of lubricant is applied at the correct intervals. This minimizes wear, reduces downtime, and extends equipment lifespan.

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Creating a Reliability Culture with a Belief-Driven Maintenance Strategy: Beliefs 6-10

As a leader you need to create an organization that will follow you to make your vision, or future organization, a reality. In my experience as a leader I have found it very important to develop and communicate your beliefs to your organization. These maintenance management strategy beliefs will then be guiding your organization on their journey towards your goals.

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When AI Cannot Help: Lessons for Manufacturing Leaders

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing manufacturing. From predictive maintenance to process optimization, AI promises to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Yet, as manufacturing leaders, it is critical to recognize that AI is not a silver bullet. There are AI limitations — and understanding these limitations is as essential as embracing its capabilities.

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The Belief Driven Maintenance Management Strategy: Creating a Reliability Culture Part 1

The Belief Driven Maintenance Management Strategy: Creating a Reliability Culture Part 1 Christer Idhammar, Founder, IDCON INC Posted 2/20/2025 Excellent, consistent, and long-term leadership with well-defined and documented processes and the right people in the right positions are essential success factors for lasting results for any improvement initiative an organization undertakes, including improvements of Reliability

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Talent Shortage Among Maintenance Professionals and How a CMMS Can Help

The maintenance sector is currently facing a severe talent shortage. As a result, various industries that rely on skilled maintenance professionals are being impacted. This maintenance talent shortage is traced to several factors, including an aging workforce, a lack of incoming skilled workers, and evolving technological demands.

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