Industrial Edge

Joe Haggis

Industrial Edge I've worked across multiple industries including aviation, industrial automation & public sectors, as a maintenance technician, supervisor & manager. In this podcast we sit down with a broad range of professionals that are involved in a wide range of industrial settings. From maintenance & reliability professionals, facilities managers, engineers. Through to operations & production leaders, consultants and business owners who support all things that keep the modern world we live in safe, pro Hosted by Joe Haggis

Episodes

  1. 24 FEB

    Shane Scriven - Unlocking Asset Management with AI

    In this episode, Shane Scriven shares how AI and data analytics are transforming asset management, highlighting real-world examples, challenges, and opportunities. Discover how his journey from mechanical engineering to AI-driven asset solutions offers a fascinating perspective on industry innovation. Key Topics The analogy of the "filing cabinet" for asset data and how AI unlocks hidden insightsThe role of machine learning and AI in predictive asset maintenanceChallenges of adopting AI in asset management, including governance, skills, and IP concernsShane's entrepreneurial journey founding SAS Asset Management during COVID-19The importance of specialization, benchmarking, and certification in asset managementHow AI impacts ISO 55001 compliance and governance frameworksThe concept of Amipu: a secure, offline AI processing unit for sensitive dataThe human element: learning from failures and sharing impactful storiesMentorship and community involvement through the Asset Management Council Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: Shane Scriven's background and expertise02:02 - Why AI is critical for asset data utilization04:12 - Turning worthless data into actionable insights08:41 - The heavy lifting of AI and machine learning in asset management10:01 - Shane’s engineering career journey and expertise development15:04 - Transition from corporate to founding SAS Asset Management during COVID19:41 - Challenges faced growing and scaling SAS Asset Management22:54 - The significance of asset management certification and niches29:32 - How AI influences ISO 55001 compliance and governance34:34 - Introduction to Amipu: offline AI processing solutions39:35 - Barriers and skepticism around AI adoption in industry44:38 - Closing stories: learning from failures and leadership lessons50:42 - Final thoughts & recommendations on impactful industry figures

    51 min
  2. 17 FEB

    Andy Gailey - Uptime Consultant - Downtime gets attention. Uptime gets ignored.

    In this conversation, Andy Gailey shares his extensive experience in engineering, from his early career and the evolution of apprenticeships to his significant achievements at PepsiCo and the founding of his own consultancy, Uptime Consultant. He discusses the importance of condition monitoring, the challenges facing the engineering industry, and the need for a people-centric approach in engineering. The conversation also delves into the impact of AI on the industry and the necessity of maintaining human decision-making in engineering practices. Key Takeaways Apprenticeships have significantly declined in quality and quantity over the years.The importance of hands-on experience in engineering cannot be overstated.Condition monitoring can drastically reduce unplanned downtime in manufacturing.A proactive approach to maintenance is often overlooked in favor of reactive measures.People-centric approaches in engineering lead to better collaboration and outcomes.AI is a tool, but it cannot replace human decision-making and critical thinking.The engineering industry faces a demographic challenge with an aging workforce.Effective communication between departments is crucial for successful engineering projects.Investing in quality components can save costs in the long run.Understanding the motivations of individuals in the workplace is key to effective management. Keywords Keywords engineering, apprenticeships, condition monitoring, reliability, AI, PepsiCo, Uptime Consultant, skills gap, manufacturing, maintenance

    1hr 9min

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Industrial Edge I've worked across multiple industries including aviation, industrial automation & public sectors, as a maintenance technician, supervisor & manager. In this podcast we sit down with a broad range of professionals that are involved in a wide range of industrial settings. From maintenance & reliability professionals, facilities managers, engineers. Through to operations & production leaders, consultants and business owners who support all things that keep the modern world we live in safe, pro Hosted by Joe Haggis