The MRO Guy Podcast

In this week's episode, Shon Isenhour with Eruditio stops by and we discuss how to apply key techniques and strategies to improve equipment reliability programs.  You can connect with Shon at www.eruditiollc.com Shon will be a key note speaker at… See more ›

In this episode, James Kovacevic with High Performance Reliability stops by to share some great keys to successful work planning as well as how to take steps to get better.  You can spend some 1-1 time with James at the… See more ›

In this episode, noted Author Phillip Slater stops by to share how to best leverage the digital learning techniques when it comes to developing MRO skills for your team.  Phill also takes time to share some details into the upcoming… See more ›

In this episode, we discuss the topic of how do you create a plan for every part – even those you do not stock.  It takes some time, but going through the details for each part can make sure your… See more ›

In this episode, we discuss the timeline to implementing those 8 Baby Steps to MRO Success as well as discuss how to quickly evaluate your MRO Supplier with some simple questions. This week's exhibitor spotlight shines on Air Hydro Power – learn… See more ›

In this episode, we finalize the remainder of the eight baby steps to MRO success.  We also have a quick run down of all the baby steps that we have covered over the past few episodes. This week's 2015 MAPS… See more ›

In this week's episode we talk further about the next MRO baby steps to success as well as meet Dan Floen with PM2.  Dan shares some of the challenges people encounter on making positive steps with spare parts in a… See more ›

This week we discuss MRO success baby step number three – stock level setting process and then we meet Carlos Rivas with Proformance Wellness as we discuss industrial athletes. Learn more about ProFormance Wellness at www.proformanceresults.com Learn more about the… See more ›

This session introduces our second of the MRO baby steps to success building upon last week's first step of spare part stocking strategies. We also meet Jim Lancaster and Jim is with IR Technologies as we discuss how Predictive Maintenance… See more ›

In this session we discuss one of the initial “baby steps” to MRO spare parts improvement and success. We also talk about a guest blog post by James Kovacevic with HP Reliability about MRO Spare Parts as a key to… See more ›

This week we discuss reorganization of the MRO Storeroom. We also meet Dave Bertolini with People and Processes and discuss CMMS and MRO issues we all face with some helpful hints. Learn more about People and Processes at: www.peopleandprocesses.com Connect… See more ›

In this episode, we tackle the topic of whether it is okay to have none on-hand of MRO stock items. We also meet Tom Wilk, Editor in Chief, at Plant Services as we discuss some of the information they share… See more ›

In this episode we discuss some key elements to successful use of equipment bill of materials as a tool and how to make them effective. We also meet People and Processes' Jeff Shiver as he discusses developing your MRO and… See more ›

This week we discuss the merits of rebuilding of spare parts. We also meet Jeremy Wright with Noria Corporation as we discuss excellence in equipment lubrication programs. Connect with Noria at www.noria.com Connect with the 2015 MAPS Conference at www.mapsconference.com… See more ›

This week, we explore some MRO keys to training, workshops, and conferences.  Routinely, engaging with others in great forums can really provide some wonderful insights and information.  Put just a couple of the learnings to good work and the results provide… See more ›

In this session, we discuss a couple key takeaways from last week's 2015 MARCON Conference held at Knoxville, TN by the University of Tennessee's Reliability and Maintainability Center.   We also meet Bob Hackeloer during the 2015 Grainger Conference and discuss… See more ›

In this session, we meet Jay Cherwin and Jerry Szeszol with Grainger at the 2015 Grainger Show in Orlando, Florida.  Jay and Jerry share with us strategies to further develop customer MRO offerings which help reduce expenses and increase efficiency.  We… See more ›

This time we meet Joel Levitt with Life Cycle Engineering as we discuss equipment maintenance and MRO spare parts opportunities. Learn more about Life Cycle Engineering – click here:  http://lce.com Give us feedback – Click Here:  http://thesblgroup.com/contact-us/ Subscribe to the… See more ›

In our first segment, we discuss three strategic technologies your team can incorporate in 2015 for better maintenance and MRO spare parts program results.  These technologies are not a silver bullet to all the possible problems at hand, but certainly complement your overall… See more ›

In this session, we meet Phill Slater with sparepartsknowhow.com and have a great conversation about MRO Spare Parts and the opportunities to improve.  Phill shares his unique perspective as a valuable resource for MRO Spare Parts information. Connect with Phill Slater… See more ›

In this episode, we finish up our conversation about the eight MRO Spare Parts Tools essential for your team's success.  The good news is that these tools are likely already available for your team. In the second segment, we meet Matt… See more ›

In this episode, we discuss how to leverage your MRO suppliers with questions key to this untapped resource in 2015.  As a business partner, vendors and suppliers should do more than deliver your orders – how can they help your… See more ›

In this session, we dig into the archives and share the top downloaded 2014 MRO Guy Podcast introductions to “go-to” people and organizations.  We also talk about 2015 priorities and creating positive change. Give us feedback – Click Here:  http://thesblgroup.com/contact-us/

In this session we discuss the purpose MRO Spare Parts and their value to any organization.  We also tackle the topic of opportunity costs and in particular we share thoughts around the opportunity cost with the status quo. Give us… See more ›

In this episode we mark our 20th session together with recognition of the introductions to “go-to” folks who took time out to visit with us.  We also explore how two Plants approached developing their team with some significant differences in… See more ›

This episode discusses expanding your MRO skills and connections.  We also share the story behind the MAPS Conference and how it came to be – connect with us at www.mapsconference.com Additionally, we meet Marc Castel with Maintenance Assistant and hear the… See more ›

This session tackles the first steps on the journey toward exceptional levels of MRO performance.  Also, we meet Shon Isenhour and discuss SMRP's value for your team. You can learn more about SMRP – Click Here:  www.smrp.com Give us feedback… See more ›

In this session, we have two more great introductions to “go-to” people and organizations.  First, we meet Chris Moore with SDI and discuss problems people face around MRO and then some serious options to improve.  Chris provides insights which many… See more ›

In this session we tackle balancing MRO Spare Parts Inventories with Maintenance Budgets.  With Equipment Reliability at the center of our focus we discuss six questions to evaluate our best practices for purchasing MRO Spare Parts while keeping our Maintenance… See more ›

In this session, we cover that difficult subject of how to know when to ask for help – especially for MRO Spare Parts and Equipment Reliability opportunities.  Our suggested criteria can help create your own personal guide to know when… See more ›

In this session we share suggestions for building security programs.  This can be especially relevant with all the tragic headlines in the news lately. Also, we cover pre-kitting program keys to successfully increase permanent repairs and reduce frustrations around spare… See more ›

This week we discuss strategy tactics for 2015 Maintenance & MRO Budgeting and host an introduction to Dr. Klaus Blache of the University of Tennessee's Maintainability of Reliability Center with some great insights to improve your programs. You can learn more… See more ›

In this episode, we discuss what to do when the maintenance “budget cutting” topic surfaces.  Terry O'Hanlon of Reliabilityweb.com raised that great question in a forum last week and the discussion was quite lively.  We cover reasons why equipment maintenance is not… See more ›

On this session join the conversation about MRO Storeroom safety and minimizing risks to the maintenance and storeroom teams' well being.  We also have a great conversation about standardizing spare parts CMMS data with Rob Hoffer of IMA as another one… See more ›

On this week's episode we tackle the subject of MRO spare parts inventory prevention.  As part of the conversation we discuss three alternative solutions to prevent spare part inventory growth. Also, we have a great introduction to UPS Supply Chain Solutions with Nancy Pagley. … See more ›

In this episode, we talk further about MRO Storeroom organization information after last week's topic about taking a 5S approach to equipment spare parts. Also, we introduce Sean Foran at Grainger and have a great conversation about spare parts.  As you will learn in the… See more ›

In this session we introduce our listeners to some great author's and suggested MRO reference books which could benefit both you and your team.  You can also find a link on our mroguy.com website under the “Resources” tab – “recommended reading list”.… See more ›

On this week's episode we cover “Spare Parts Failure Analysis” – how your team could be missing out on an awesome tool to prevent future failures.  Spare parts which fail can provide inside information on how to prevent future unexpect… See more ›

In this week's episode we cover “MRO Inventory Accuracy” – why it is a big deal for equipment reliability programs and what can be done to improve results. As we have said before – we just can't make permanent equipment repairs… See more ›

In this session we explore MRO and CMMS Data Integrity – how this key component is critical to leveraging viable data on the road to World Class equipment reliability.  Also, we tackle a listener's question about spare parts storeroom staffing… See more ›

In this session we explore Equipment Reliability processes and MRO Spare Parts – how one needs the other for success. In order to complete the needed equipment repairs and PM's, it takes spare parts to get the work completed.  These… See more ›

In this episode host, Steve Landis, discusses performance metrics for MRO Spare Parts with some industry comparisons for benchmarking. Just like driving a car it is important to have a performance speedometer to determine how we are doing with regard… See more ›

In this episode we discuss Critical Spare Parts and this valuable designation as a tool for spare parts management. Not all spare parts are the same.  Some spare parts are extremely important to the manufacturing operation, warehouse, or facility.  Designating… See more ›

Welcome to the MRO Guy Podcast!  In this initial episode with host, Steve Landis, we discuss MRO Spare Parts – what they are and why they are important to an equipment maintenance and reliability program.  Our second segment deals with the… See more ›