Reliability Program Implementation

The value of an asset strategy, such as its ability to increase reliable operating time and optimize costs, are only realized through effective and complete implementation. Achieving this requires clear definition and thorough preparation, planning, and execution of tasks that demand cooperation across Maintenance, Operations, Reliability, and Supply Chain functions. Different tasks—such as PM (preventative maintenance), Operator Rounds, CBM (condition-based maintenance), and RTF (run-to-fail)—involve varying activities and stakeholders. A well-implemented reliability program is essential for maintaining asset reliability, optimizing costs, ensuring safety, and supporting sustainable, long-term operational success.

Reliability engineering is grounded in a long-term perspective, where the benefits of today’s actions may not be immediately apparent. This requires a strong level of trust in the program. However, a poorly implemented reliability program for even a single asset can jeopardize an entire company’s reliability efforts. It can erode trust and raise doubts about every other action defined in the asset strategy. Such a failure can trigger a cascade of unexpected asset failures, further undermining confidence in the strategy and its effectiveness.

Our Approach

The primary responsibility of a reliability program implementor is to optimize and ensure the program’s executability through effective coordination and communication with all stakeholders. At Janus, this process begins with:

Reviewing Asset Strategies: Grouping tasks by activity type, system, location, and cycle to maximize downtime efficiency.

Stakeholder Consultation: Identifying requirements and constraints through collaboration with all relevant parties.

Implementation Planning: Developing and reviewing a comprehensive plan with stakeholders, including Operations.

Program Support Elements: Ensuring all necessary components, such as bills of materials, are in place to support the program.

Work Instruction Development: Coordinating with planning and reliability teams to create clear and actionable work instructions.

Field Walkdowns: Conducting on-site assessments as needed to confirm the program’s executability.

Incorporating Feedback: Establishing a robust feedback loop to enable the continuous evolution of asset strategies.

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Value Earned

A well implemented asset strategy is crucial for maximizing reliability and minimizing costs. By identifying and implementing targeted maintenance and operational practices, it increases operating time, reduces unexpected failures, and extends asset life, all while optimizing costs.

Effective implementation demands cross-functional collaboration, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities, which fosters a culture of shared commitment to asset management excellence. Ultimately, a strong asset strategy builds a resilient operation, driving long-term cost savings, and improved performance.