Marcos Manzano, Director of Operations, Maper
Description
Less than 25% of technology projects meet their expected objectives and return of investment. Failed attempts bring much more than just the loss of money and time invested, as they lower staff morale and make us fearful of innovation. To overcome these statistics, I give 5 key easy-implementable tips for a maintenance manager while implementing an online Condition-Based Maintenance strategy.
Learning Takeaways:
I) Successfully implementing an online CBM strategy requires a holistic approach that goes beyond technical specifications. Managers must:
- Navigate the complex landscape of available technologies
- Develop a comprehensive validation methodology
- Lead cultural transformation
- Ensure technology adoption aligns with organizational goals and team capabilities
II) Bridging Maintenance and Procurement: A Strategic Collaboration
Key Takeaway: Effective maintenance technology implementation demands seamless communication and alignment between maintenance and procurement departments. Successful managers:
- Develop clear, comprehensive requirement specifications
- Create cross-functional communication channels
- Ensure procurement understands technical nuances
- Transform technology acquisition from a transactional process to a strategic partnership
III) Sustaining Momentum: Continuous Monitoring and Strategic Reporting
Key Takeaway: Maintaining the long-term success of a CBM project requires:
- Robust performance tracking mechanisms
- Proactive problem identification
- Strategic performance reporting
- Continuous alignment with broader business objectives
Biography
I’m Marcos Andrés Manzano, born in Argentine Patagonia. After graduating as a mechanical engineer from the Buenos Aires Institute of Technology, I developed my career as a reliability engineer in multinational companies. After experiencing the problems that even large companies face in the maintenance area, I decided to found MAPER, a company that develops and implements cutting-edge technology focused on increasing the reliability and productivity of industrial plants. I became professionally certified as a vibration analysis category 3 professional and studied a diploma in asset and maintenance management.
As operations director at MAPER, I have led the company’s expansion across the American continent. My work focuses on building work teams capable of implementing, scaling, and optimizing predictive maintenance projects in industrial plants. My approach prioritizes continuous education and support for maintenance departments to achieve sustainable results over time, empower their personnel, and promote innovation.