We’ve lost the plot. Reliability and maintenance professionals and consultants often describe their work as ‘strategic’ to gain traction with leadership. While the intent is understandable, it can misalign R&M with how organizations define strategy at the enterprise level. AT the 50,000 ft corporate view, strategy is defined by mission, vision, market position, and risk posture. Reliability and maintenance are tactical functions – high impact operational disciplines that protect the organization’s ability to execute strategy consistently. When framed correctly, R&M becomes more than an expense: it becomes execution insurance for corporate promises. Oh, and we try another coffee.
Chaos and Caffeine Episode 28 Reliability and Maintenance are NOT Corporate Strategy
