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Christopher Jackson — Thought Leader

Author of Reliability in Emerging Technology, multiple books, co-host on Speaking of Reliability, and speaker in the Accendo Reliability Webinar Series.


This author's archive lists contributions of articles and episodes.

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The (Smaller) Carbon Footprints of Reliability Engineering

The (Smaller) Carbon Footprints of Reliability Engineering

Climate change is universally accepted. And when I say ‘universally,’ I mean that the only people who think it is not a thing are fringe elements of society who are predisposed to specific interpretations of religion or commercial greed that would be harmed by any attack on fossil fuels and the energy we derive from them.

The good thing about this is that organizations who are serious about being successful and profitable can’t do so by sharing the ideology of a small minority. More and more people (including younger humans who will be the decision makers of tomorrow) are demanding more and more from the organizations they buy services and products from – especially when it comes to environmental concerns.

So to be successful, you need to take this stuff seriously.

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Filed Under: Articles, on Product Reliability, Reliability in Emerging Technology

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What is the difference between Design and Process FMEAs?

What is the difference between Design and Process FMEAs?

What is the difference between Design and Process FMEAs?

podcast episode with speaker Chris Jackson

Ever heard of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)? It is a wonderful activity that can do amazing things for … what? It depends on what you might have heard or what you are used to. Why? Because there are several different FMEAs that do different things for … different things. A Design FMEA can help us prevent really basic, simple flaws in a new product. A Process FMEA can help us prevent really basic, simple flaws in a new process. What process? Any process … but typically manufacturing. Many people who have heard of FMEAs usually associate them with either design or processes. Then, there are System and Software FMEAs. Want to get an overview of which FMEAs do what and when you would use one instead of the other? Join us for this webinar.

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SOR 889 Becoming a Consultant

SOR 889 Becoming a Consultant

Becoming a Consultant

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss how to become a reliability engineering consultant. Is this something you are interested in?
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SOR 888 The Role of Regulations

SOR 888 The Role of Regulations

The Role of Regulations

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss the role of regulations … good, bad and ugly.
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SOR 885 Naked Mole Rat

SOR 885 Naked Mole Rat

Naked Mole Rat

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss the naked mole rat … an animal that doesn’t appear to age at all! Ever! And they are ugly …

Smithsonian National Zoo image of the Naked Mole Rat

Want to know why we are talking about these animals and what that has to do reliability? Listen to this podcast!
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SOR 884 Allocating Reliability – Conundrum

SOR 884 Allocating Reliability – Conundrum

Allocating Reliability – Conundrum

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss one of the challenges of allocating reliability … in response to a question from one of our listeners. Might you be able to learn something as well!
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How Do I Do MTBF Testing?

How Do I Do MTBF Testing?

How Do I Do MTBF Testing?

podcast episode with speaker Chris Jackson

First thing … the MTBF is not a reliability metric (other webinars explain why!) But there are many times when (for reasons good and bad) we need to test something to see how often it fails. This can help us determine how many spare parts we need, how many maintainers and technicians we need to employ, and many other really useful (typically logistic) considerations. We sometimes also need to be able to work out if a product meets an MTBF requirement. But when we do … we need to take into all sorts of statistical considerations like producer’s risk, consumer’s risk, and discrimination ratio. Shouldn’t the requirement be the requirement? If you want to learn more about MTBF testing and how it might (or might not) work … then join us for this webinar.

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SOR 881 Can You Change an Organization?

SOR 881 Can You Change an Organization?

Can You Change an Organization?

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss if it is possible to change any organization? Which is a topical issue for reliability engineers who feel that no one takes it seriously.
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SOR 878 The Worth of a Reliability Engineer

SOR 878 The Worth of a Reliability Engineer

The Worth of a Reliability Engineer

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss how much a reliability engineer (potentially like you) … is worth. Want to know?
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SOR 876 Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Case Study

SOR 876 Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Case Study

Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Case Study

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) … A US Department of Defense vehicle that can perhaps teach us a lot about reliability (especially in the field of military and defense).
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SOR 875 What Should a Reliability Engineer Do

SOR 875 What Should a Reliability Engineer Do

What Should a Reliability Engineer Do

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss what should a reliability engineer ‘do’? Isn’t this obvious? … is it?
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10 Reasons to Do Reliability

10 Reasons to Do Reliability

10 Reasons to Do Reliability

podcast episode with speaker Chris Jackson

Everyone ‘knows’ why we do reliability engineering … right? Customer experience. Organization reputation. Reduced warranty claims ten years from now. But these are boring reasons that really don’t motivate me to take reliability seriously now. Why should I invest so much time into an activity that benefits the ‘company’ or the ‘customer’ in the future but won’t make an immediate difference when my boss gives me a ‘gold star’ on my next performance appraisal? Besides, no one person is responsible for reliability, so any effort I invest in reliability will be ‘lost in the noise’ anyway. And, of course, reliability will increase the budget and schedule today. Right? [Read more…]

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SOR 869 Reliability Engineering and Marketing Similarities

SOR 869 Reliability Engineering and Marketing Similarities

Reliability Engineering and Marketing Similarities

Abstract

Chris and Fred discuss the similarities between reliability engineering and good marketing is. Why? … we have to try and convince lots of skeptics.
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SOR 864 Using Peck’s Equation

SOR 864 Using Peck’s Equation

Using Peck’s Equation

Abstract

Chris and Fred discussing the proper use of the equation often used to determine acceleration factors for accelerated temperature and humidity testing.
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SOR 863 Failure Rate to a Distribution

SOR 863 Failure Rate to a Distribution

Failure Rate to a Distribution

Abstract

Chris and Fred discussing a listener’s questions on how to convert a failure rate to a distribution.
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