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Start Smarter: EasyRCA’s New CMMS Integration Saves Time and Streamlines Your RCA Process

When failure strikes, your team needs to move fast. But too often, the first step in Root Cause Analysis is the slowest: setting it up. With EasyRCA’s new CMMS integration, that delay disappears. Now, your CMMS can automatically trigger a new RCA the moment a failure occurs—complete with pre-filled data and a structured starting point that’s built around your custom

by Ryan Burns

June 18, 2025

Manufacturing

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

Manufacturing

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

Manufacturing

Inside ADM’s Reliability Revolution: 700+ RCAs and $70M Saved

Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), a global agricultural powerhouse with over 40,000 employees and more than 450 locations worldwide, transformed its reliability program by standardizing its Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process with EasyRCA. The results were decisive: over $70 million in cost savings, 700+ RCAs completed, and a cultural shift that improved morale, ownership, and cross-functional collaboration across the company. The

by Ryan Burns

May 23, 2025

Manufacturing

Case Study: How Ash Grove Cement Completed 140+ RCAs and Reduced Downtime in 10 Months with EasyRCA

“So far, we have more than 140 RCAs in the system… and we’ve seen a reduction in unplanned downtime.” – Edwin Gutierrez, Corporate Reliability Engineer, Ash Grove Cement In under a year, Ash Grove Cement rolled out EasyRCA across 12 plants, trained cross-functional teams, and built a culture of root cause accountability—with over 140 investigations and measurably reducing unplanned downtime.

by Ryan Burns

May 13, 2025

Manufacturing

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

Manufacturing

The Power of AI in Root Cause Analysis

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by Sebastian Traeger

February 12, 2025

Manufacturing

Types of Root Cause Analysis: When to Use Each Method

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the ability to effectively pinpoint and resolve the root causes of issues is crucial for sustaining operational effectiveness and ensuring long-term growth. Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is a methodical approach that enables organizations to discover the fundamental issues behind a problem, facilitating the implementation of impactful solutions rather than focusing on symptoms. There are

by Sebastian Traeger

January 22, 2025

Manufacturing

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Root Cause Analysis Template

Why You Need a Root Cause Analysis Template A root cause analysis template gives teams a structured way to solve problems effectively and consistently. Instead of jumping to quick fixes, an RCA template helps you document issues, dig deeper into the real causes, and build corrective actions that prevent repeat failures. Organizations across manufacturing, healthcare, IT, and services use RCA

by Sebastian Traeger

January 3, 2025