Accendo Reliability

In this presentation, Greg Hutchins will explain how to Get Unstuck: Do Good. Be Happy - based on the Working It book. The post How to Get Unstuck appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Moose Lodge Syndrome Abstract Greg and Fred discuss how institutions can and should adapt, but often don’t. The result is that even most Fortune 500 companies have a 10 year half life. Key Points Join Greg and Fred as they discuss the inability of organizations to change and pivot. ‘Moose Lodge Syndrome’ is a metaphor […] The post SOR 945 Moose Lodge Syndrome appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Check Your (Decision Making) Bias Abstract Greg and Fred discuss how bias is a part of all of us. Our challenge is that bias impacts our decision making from simple rules of thumb to complex decisions. Key Points Join Greg and Fred as they discuss heuristic and complex decision making. Topics include: What are decision […] The post SOR 944 Check Your (Decision Making) Bias appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Component Design Process Michael discusses a high level view of the component design process from the metals engineering perspective. To learn more about the component design process, check out these resources: https://youtu.be/4qGDbbBe4g4 https://www.imetllc.com/materials-selection/ https://www.imetllc.com/materials-selection-design-requirements/ https://www.imetllc.com/designing-optimized-components/   The post MC 023 Component Design Process appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Air & Sea: Shared Horizons with David Mangan In this episode, I spoke with David and we chatted about the parallels across the commercial aviation and defense maritime industry. David shared his experience of what it was like working for an airline and what lessons can be adopted across the defense sector. We talk about […] The post RiM 28: Air & Sea: Shared Horizons with David Mangan appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

There are 'K out of N' systems that need 'K' components out of a total of 'N' components to work for the system to work. The post Reliability of a 'K out of N' System appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Where are the X-ray Glasses? In the previous episode, I proposed that seeing the world through the lens of process is a superpower. However, you have to develop the superpower--it’s not like Spiderman getting bitten by a radioactive spider. In this episode, we’ll talk in more detail about process and how to develop the skills […] The post WQW 017: Where are the X-ray Glasses? appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Hand Soldering and Rework Best Practices with Debbie Wade Today we’re diving deep into the world of precision and craftsmanship--two crucial elements in the realm of hand soldering and rework of circuit assemblies. Whether you’re a seasoned electronics enthusiast, a hobbyist, or just someone with a curious mind, this episode promises to demystify the art […] The post RM 138: Hand Soldering and Rework Best Practices with Debbie Wade appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

The 'hazard rate' and 'failure rate' are terms that are often used by reliability engineers. Sometimes they are used in ways that make them seem as if they are the same thing. But are they? If you don't know ... then listen to this podcast! The post SOR 943 Failure and Hazard Rate appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

From "Fall-Through" to "Follow-Through": A Proactive Strategy for Design Quality during Design isn’t just an add-on; it’s a fundamental aspect that drives innovation, efficiency, and customer satisfaction! Ever find yourself at the tail end of a project, swamped with unfinished tasks, and wondering where things went awry? Are there important recommended actions that the team […] The post QDD 137 From "Fall-Through" to "Follow-Through": A Proactive Strategy for Design appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Field data is often too simple. For example, we might only have usage or times to failure in terms of calendar time where we know the date our product was installed, and the date when it failed. But what if our product isn't being used the whole time? ... or being used at different rates? ... and it is this time and rate that affects failure? What do we do? The post SOR 942 Field and Operational Time appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Risk vs Reliability Abstract Carl and Fred discuss whether the reliability community should focus on the body of knowledge associated with risk or reliability. Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss risk versus reliability, and how they interact in bringing about safe and economical products. Topics include: Risk as uncertainty Is everything focused […] The post SOR 941 Risk vs Reliability appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

When I Know it’s Not Right Abstract Carl and Fred discuss a question brought up at recent conference: what do you do when you are supposed to do something that you know is not the right thing to do? The context was reliability engineering and management. Key Points Join Carl and Fred as they discuss […] The post SOR 940 When I Know it’s Not Right appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Bridging the Gap: APM 4.0 and the Future of Asset Performance Management Join us in this insightful episode of the Asset Performance Conference Podcast, where we delve into the world of Asset Performance Management (APM) and its evolving landscape. Our host Wim Vancauwenberghe and special guests David Ariens and Omar Thiam from Aveva Select Benelux, […] The post AP 002: Bridging the Gap: APM 4.0 and the Future of Asset Performance Management appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Let's discuss the idea and basics of a lessons-learned system. Plus, a few examples of how such systems go wrong. The post Fundamentals of Lessons Learned appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Everything is a Process Attending a high school honor society induction ceremony for my niece, I was witness to how a group of students organized and executed a process. Something they had experienced themselves and which they took ownership for the next generation of students. There was nothing remarkable about the ceremony, but I think […] The post WQW 016: Everything is a Process appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Building a Sustainable Career with a Sustainable Impact Today, we delve into the crucial aspects of maintaining well-being on this journey--how to sidestep the notorious burnout, and perhaps more importantly, how to fuel and maintain your motivation. Because, let’s face it, the road to creating a meaningful impact can be demanding, and it’s essential to […] The post RM 137: Building a Sustainable Career with a Sustainable Impact appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

When to Consider Reliability Abstract Kirk and Fred discuss at what point in the product development process should we consider applying reliability engineering to the concept and actual prototypes. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss the reliability process and reliability tools and methods and when to apply them. Topics include: Reliability development […] The post SOR 939 When to Consider Reliability appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

Predicting the Unknowns Abstract Kirk and Fred discuss the world of reliability predictions and the issue of predictions when many, if not most of the causes of unreliability, are surprises. Key Points Join Kirk and Fred as they discuss use of good design rules and building in some margins of safety, but yet when the […] The post SOR 938 Predicting the Unknowns appeared first on Accendo Reliability.

A Maintainer’s View on Maintenance Decisions and Life in the Navy In this episode, I speak to Grahame Paton who worked in the Royal Australian Navy for over 30 years and currently works as a Reliability Engineer. He shares his view as an Electronic Maintenance Technician on the importance of involving maintainers when making decisions […] The post RiM 27: A Maintainer’s View on Maintenance Decisions and Life in the Navy appeared first on Accendo Reliability.