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Carl and Dianna discuss two of the least understood and potentially powerful FMEA data elements: Special Product Characteristics for Design FMEAs, and Special Process Characteristics for Process FMEAs.
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Zachary Seeley, the CEO of FSI, joins CMMSradio to talk about their Healthcare CMMS , FSI recently winning the Reader’s Choice Award, and more.
Tune in for a great conversation and let us know your thoughts about the topics covered. Be sure to like, comment, and share this episode.
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You can find Zachary Seely on Linked in and we encourage you to look into FSI if your looking for a healthcare CMMS – It is purpose built for the healthcare environment!!
It’s important to evaluate the customer’s use process during concept development.
Rather than focusing solely on what your product does, understanding how users will interact with it creates opportunities to design more intuitive, enjoyable experiences. By mapping out the steps users take from beginning to end using process flowcharts, development teams gain clarity on inputs, outputs, and the journey between them.
Whether you need to simplify complex steps, compare competitor approaches, or identify critical-to-quality elements, these analytical methods help prioritize design decisions based on what truly matters to users.
The goal is creating products that feel intuitive and natural, preventing those awkward validation testing moments when engineers want to shout, “You’re doing it wrong!” When we evaluate the use process early, we develop products others love while minimizing costly redesigns and user frustration.
If you don’t know Tony Gunn, host of The Gunn Show Podcast VIP Edition and Director of Global Operations at MTD CNC joins CMMSradio to tell a bit of his journey story, how he got into manufacturing, where his passions for the manufacturing space, and all the amazing things he’s seen across the globe.
There is a lot to Tony’s journey, all interesting, and he knows how to tell a story in an engaging way. He truly loves talking all things manufacturing and that shines through. This is a transparent and real conversation. Completely unscripted. Lots of great stories about manufacturers in different regions, a bit about automation, and… get this… Hip Hop. Fun episode!!
We did talk about IMTS, the broadcast team, and encourage you to keep an eye out for Tony and the MTD CNC team. A few company shout outs that will be featured from this event. Lots of cool things happening at IMTS. It’s less than 25 days until the event starts!! We’re guessing this might hit 140,000 attendees or more.
Be sure to watch or listen to this episode for your name or company – Lots of shout outs.
Check it out and let us know your favorite parts in the comments. Share it, especially if your in it. Way too many to tag but feel free to repost with tags (tag back please).
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Dianna and Carl discuss the relationship between Hazard Analysis (HA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
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A Journey to Advocacy in the Trades and Bridging the Skilled Trades Gap with Andrew Brown
Andrew Brown, the host of The Lost Art of The Skilled Trades Podcast, joins us on CMMSradio to discuss his transition from finance to the skilled trades following the events of Ground Zero and 9/11. He advocates for the skilled trades and shares his experiences in vocational training. We talk about industry challenges, success stories, and Andrew’s vision for improving trade education to better meet industry needs and attract new talent.
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Chris and Carl discuss FMEA worksheets (we know … boring) … but can be incredibly helpful and useful. So what are they and how do they help us?
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In this episode, we explore key strategies for implementing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), with a focus on gaining leadership support and maximizing efficiency. Sanya Mathura, a returning CMMSradio guest and bona-fide expert, provides actionable advice on documenting operational issues, quantifying costs, and linking CMMS benefits to business objectives. The importance of financial justification and preparation for organizational change and, as an UpKeep Ambassador, Sanya discusses how leveraging UpKeep can enhance your CMMS experience and drive better maintenance results.
One of the elements of reliability concerns where and how the product will be used. This includes understanding the environmental stresses (such as wind, insects, and temperature) as well as the product’s handling, usage frequency, throughput, and other relevant factors.
In some cases, we need to evaluate our product’s ability to survive the expected environmental stresses. Conducted well, this testing will provide vital information to the design team about the product’s capabilities. It also may reveal design weaknesses.
Let’s explore when and how to identify which types of environmental testing should be done. The intent is to conduct specific environmental tests that will provide value to the organization and its customers. Doing any environmental test just because we can is not a valid reason to do so.
Private Equity Can Do Better with Expert Guest Sean Dotson, Automation AMA, sharing his insights about a LinkedIn post that asks Private Equity companies to be better – It is not a call out but rather a call to action. We get into all kinds of topics with Sean to draw from his many decades of experience and his refreshing views on all things industry – Things like Digital Transformation (#DX), IoT, Automation, AI, Maintenance and beyond. Thank you for this awesome conversation Sean Dotson.
In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s rapidly reshaping our industry: Artificial Intelligence in PCB Design. Far from a futuristic concept, AI is already being integrated into advanced design tools—improving efficiency, reducing design iterations, and helping engineers tackle increasing design complexity with shrinking timelines.
Joining me today are two thought leaders who are at the forefront of this transformation:
First, we welcome back Stephen Chavez, a senior printed circuit engineer with more than 30 years of experience. Stephen serves as a Senior Product Marketing Manager at Siemens EDA, where he helps drive AI adoption in PCB design workflows. He’s also the Chairman of the Printed Circuit Engineering Association (PCEA) and a PCEA and IPC Certified Master Instructor Trainer. Stephen recently authored the article “AI in PCB Design: It’s Already Here”, which forms the foundation of today’s discussion.
Also joining us is Dave Wiens, Product Marketing Manager for the Xpedition Enterprise portfolio at Siemens EDA. With decades of experience in electronic design automation, Dave is a recognized expert in digital transformation and design innovation. He brings deep insight into how AI-driven tools are streamlining everything from system-level design to manufacturability, while empowering engineers to focus on innovation rather than repetition.
We’ll unpack the practical applications of AI in PCB workflows—covering predictive design, simulation acceleration, and how these advancements are improving both reliability and time-to-market.
If you’re wondering what AI really means for the future of design—and what it doesn’t—you’ll want listen to this episode!
Carl and Chris discuss the changing opportunities and challenges with AI and reliability engineering. What are the positive interactions, and where should we be concerned?
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We finally had the honor of hosting the one and only Keenan, Author of GAP Selling and CEO of A Sales Growth Company, to chop it up about all manner of things around maintenance, selling better, better discovery calls, scaling white gove service, bradning, and more. We even have a rapid fire round. Hit us with a like, comment, and reshare this with your thoughts!!
Thank you, Keenan, for joining us for an amazing and insightful conversation. Zero punches pulled. Real as real gets. It’s all about helping!! We’ve been fans of Keenan for years and suggest paying close attention to what he is really saying, what he is really all about. Stop pitching products. Nobody cares about your features. It is all about the problem – find a real problem and solve it. Your job, in sales, is to HELP.
Greg and Dianna discuss how quality and reliability engineers can become AI boomers NOT doomers. Engineers are being challenged with AI. What can and should we do to survive and even prosper in the age AI disruption.
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It is an abosulute honor to host Wickham Zimmerman, CEO of Outside The Lines, Inc. (OTL, Inc.), on CMMSradio for a discussion about operational excellence, leadership, maintenance, the skilled trades gap, and more.
And a whole lot more!!
Thank you, Wick, for this incredible discussion!! We are BIG fans of what you do, who you serve, and why you be!
