Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 24 and talking to Aaron Merkin, Chief Technology Officer with Fluke Reliability about "Stitching together a more integrated reliability solution".

Aaron Merkin discussed the shift from on-premise to cloud software and the integration of AI in enterprise software. Scott MacKenzie and Aaron discussed the importance of data collection and closed-loop workflows for predictive maintenance, highlighting the benefits of modern applications like x5 and the potential of generative AI and augmented reality in asset management and maintenance. The conversation emphasized the challenges of navigating disruptive times in the industry and the need for comprehensive solutions to eliminate unplanned downtime and improve worker efficiency.

Action Items

• [ ] Reach out to Aaron on LinkedIn for more information on Fluke's solutions.
• [ ] Consider migrating to x5 platform to close the maintenance lifecycle loop.
• [ ] Continue investing in generative AI and augmented reality technologies to further automate workflows.

Outline

Industrial software and AI with a former CTO.

• Aaron Merkin, discusses his role as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Fluke.
• Aaron shares his experience taking his family to Washington, D.C. for spring break, including visiting museums and memorials, and watching the half marathon.
• Aaron discusses their experience in enterprise software and industrial software, mentioning their roles in various companies such as AWS, Clara, and Honeywell.
• Aaron shares their insights on the disruptive nature of the current time and how they helped Honeywell navigate through it.

Connected reliability and predictive maintenance workflow, with a focus on Fluke's Xeno and EMA acquisitions and their impact on

• Fluke reliability is expanding its approach to connected reliability, focusing on predictive maintenance workflows and integrating systems to provide value to customers.
• Fluke acquired Xeno and EMA to enhance its portfolio with AI and measurement technologies to improve data collection and workflow management.
• Aaron: X5 platform improves closed-loop maintenance with modern, easy-to-use mobile capabilities.
• Aaron: X5's mobile capabilities shorten time to productivity for new joiners in industrial facilities.

AI-powered predictive maintenance software for industrial assets.

• MacKenzie: Technology bridges skills gap, improves efficiency.
• Aaron: Closed-loop workflow automation for efficient asset management.
• Aaron discusses the benefits of using x5 quality PM management annex, including reduced backlog of maintenance activities and improved first-time correction.
• Case study highlights the effectiveness of x5 in addressing issues such as lack of prioritization, poor work instructions, and inadequate spare part information.

Asset management, maintenance, and reliability solutions.

• Scott MacKenzie: Electronic work packages can improve maintenance tasks (15 words)
• Aaron: Creating an ecosystem to help customers prioritize technology (14 words)
• Aaron Merkin: Leading industry direction with integrated solutions.
• Scott MacKenzie: Building platform for industrial professionals through education.

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