The Power of Why

Fatigue is a common issue that affects millions of workers worldwide, and its consequences can be severe. From decreased productivity and increased errors to accidents and injuries, fatigue is a sign…

Analysis paralysis is a term that describes a situation where someone is unable to decide because they overthink or over analyze it too much. Analysis paralysis can happen to individuals or groups, a…

This interview explores the concepts of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S practices. We'll discuss how these philosophies have transformed manufacturing processes in today's industrial age and ho…

This podcast episode features an interview with Brad Green, a leading expert in Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE). During the episode, Brad will share his expertise on HSSE topics such…

In this interview with AI, we explore the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. In this captivating conversation, we'll uncover how AI works and why it's becoming a powerful tool in our socie…

We discuss the importance of Safety Culture and its impact on reliability in this episode of The Power of Why podcast. 

Craig Clapper is the founder and principal engineer of Reliability for Life Grou…

Not all decisions are equal. Some decisions are very important and require input from people; other decisions can be made rapidly if they won’t have long-lasting effects on the company as a whole. Vi…

People of different ages bring different viewpoints to the table, helping to increase innovation and creative problem-solving. In addition, intergenerational culture can lead to rewarding career deve…

Training programs have evolved through time. Human reliability or human error is usually attributed to training effectiveness or training program weaknesses/strengths. Even though the training is con…

When it comes to hiring great talent in the MedTech industry, candidates require certain skills and aptitudes. With a cultural shift happening in organizations, attracting the right type of candidate…

Although it is unlikely that human error will ever be eliminated, many human performance problems can be prevented. Human errors start at the design stage, and usually, factors associated with cognit…

Although it is unlikely that human error will ever be eliminated, many human performance problems can be prevented. Human errors start at the design stage, and usually, factors associated with cognit…

The dirty dozen refers to twelve of the most common human error preconditions or conditions that can act as precursors to accidents or incidents. The Dirty Dozen is a concept developed by Gordon Dupo…

In this episode, we discuss steps that Supervisors can take to achieve an error-free environment, from pre-job briefs, worker selection, and work assignments to promote questioning, being present and…