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Building Credibility Through Reliability: Lessons from Ali Elsalaymeh at Bristol Myers Squibb

For Ali Elsalaymeh, reliability isn’t a buzzword; it’s a culture. As Associate Director of Maintenance Excellence at Bristol Myers Squibb, Ali brings a grounded, no-nonsense approach to solving real-world problems. From his early days as a design engineer to leading asset management across pharmaceutical and industrial sites, his journey is a case study in doing the fundamentals well. Ali shares

by Sebastian Traeger

August 19, 2025

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What CMMSradio’s Greg Christensen Has Learned from 30 Years in the Field

When Greg Christensen started in the CMMS space back in the late ’90s, software tools were clunky, slow, and often misunderstood. Since then, he’s seen it all—from bloated rollouts that missed the mark to lean implementations that quietly transformed how teams work. In this episode of Reliability 4.0, Greg shares what he’s learned after decades in maintenance and software, including

by Sebastian Traeger

August 13, 2025

Blog

Continuous Improvement: How Justin R. Smith Keeps Reliability Moving at Americold

For any big logistics operation, reliability isn’t just about machines; it’s about people, systems, and clear communication. Justin R. Smith, Senior Manager of Regional Engineering and Maintenance at Americold Logistics, oversees maintenance for the Northeast region, plus sites in Canada and Argentina, where he’s driving continuous improvement with smarter diagnostics, better training, and clear, practical KPIs. From vibration monitoring and

by Sebastian Traeger

July 29, 2025

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AI in Reliability: How Allen Garcia is Blending Mechanical Engineering and Machine Learning at Baker Hughes

Today’s reliability work isn’t just about machines anymore; it’s about using AI to make faster, smarter calls. Recently, we sat down with Allen Garcia, a mechanical engineer at Baker Hughes and a PhD candidate at the University of Maryland focusing on AI in engineering. Allen knows both worlds: the nuts-and-bolts side of design, and now, how machine learning can shake

by Sebastian Traeger

July 22, 2025

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Data-Driven Reliability: How Rildo Pereira is Driving Global Uptime at Gestamp

In today’s complex manufacturing environments, success hinges on more than just uptime—it depends on using the right data to make smarter, faster maintenance decisions. In this episode of Reliability 4.0, we speak with Rildo Pereira, Maintenance & Reliability Manager at Gestamp, who oversees reliability strategies across three U.S. plants and supports global operations in 24 countries. With a focus on

by Sebastian Traeger

June 16, 2025

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Transforming Manufacturing Reliability: Insights from Rehrig Pacific’s John Ramirez

Improving reliability in manufacturing requires more than just fixing machines—it takes strategy, leadership, and grit. John Ramirez, Reliability Manager at Rehrig Pacific’s Orlando plant, shares how structured reliability improvements can transform an operation from constant downtime to a culture of continuous improvement. John’s practical, step-by-step approach offers a roadmap for any manufacturing leader looking to drive real, sustainable change. Quick

by Sebastian Traeger

June 2, 2025

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Customer-Focused Reliability: Lessons from Liebherr Mining’s Todd Heindselman

Customer-Focused Reliability: Lessons from Liebherr Mining’s Todd Heindselman Reliability in mining isn’t just about keeping equipment running—it’s about understanding how downtime impacts real operations and real people. Todd Heindselman, Supervisor of Customer Support Reliability at Liebherr Mining, shares how customer-focused reliability strategies are transforming the mining industry. Drawing from years of experience supporting ultra-class mining trucks, Todd offers a practical

by Sebastian Traeger

May 23, 2025

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From IT Chaos to Clarity – How AI-Powered Root Cause Analysis Is Transforming Tech Services

AI’s Expanding Role in IT Problem-Solving Technology services are growing at a rapid pace, and businesses rely heavily on seamless digital operations. However, system failures, performance slowdowns, and cyber threats continue to disrupt operations. A recent advancement in AI-driven analytics is helping organizations detect patterns in IT issues, pinpoint anomalies, and conduct automated Root Cause Analysis (RCA). This solution utilizes

by Sebastian Traeger

May 16, 2025

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Reliability in Silicon Carbide: Insights from Wolfspeed’s Senior Reliability Manager, Satyaki Ganguly

Discover how Wolfspeed senior reliability manager Satyaki Ganguly ensures quality and longevity in silicon carbide power devices through rigorous testing, root cause analysis, and ongoing innovation. Quick Overview (TL;DR) Table of Contents Meet Satyaki: A Journey from Gallium Nitride to Silicon Carbide Our guest, Satyaki Ganguly, is a Senior Reliability Manager at Wolfspeed. Before transitioning to silicon carbide (SiC) technology,

by Sebastian Traeger

April 29, 2025