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Stop project blowouts before they start: Harness the power of audits

Major business improvement projects in asset-intensive industries are rarely straightforward. They’re complex, highly visible, high-stakes undertakings with tight schedules and safety-critical outcomes. A single oversight in planning or execution can trigger budget...

Use military precision for your next maintenance shutdown: SMEAC and SITREPs in action

by Andrew Attrill | News

Maintenance shutdown crews often describe entering a planned shutdown as “heading into battle.” They’re high-consequence events where the stakes are huge — safety, production, and millions of dollars are on the line. That pressure is real. A single shutdown often...

Use tool time observations to amplify problem solving

by Anthony Tarsilli | News

Tool time observations, also called time and motion studies, is a powerful strategy to identify the root cause of a problem rather than simply addressing its symptoms. Tool time studies provide an innovative and creative way to examine a specific process or task to...

How maintenance managers get buy-in from senior leaders

by Michael Bennett | News

Getting senior leaders on board when setting a new direction, or launching a new initiative, is one of the most important factors to consider when planning your maintenance program. However, many teams struggle to secure the right level of support and budget, making...

Upskill your shutdown leaders for short- and long-term gains

by Michael Bennett | News

Successful shutdowns start and end with experienced and effective shutdown leaders. Without strong leadership, particularly during execution, these complex and business-critical events frequently suffer from poor planning, scheduling issues, rework, overruns, and...

Digitising maintenance shutdown management – the good, the bad, and the ugly

by Andrew Attrill | News

It seems like everyone is searching for ways to reduce their reliance on hard-to-find maintenance experts and use technology to reinvent their asset management programs. Like all-things maintenance, selecting solutions to optimise shutdown events safely isn’t a...