What does it really take to build a culture of reliability—and why do so many programs stall even when the tools are right? In this episode of Gear Talk, host Wes Cash is joined by Mike Dwyer to explore how reliability succeeds or fails based on culture, communication, and alignment across an organization.
Drawing from Mike’s experience spanning the U.S. Navy, steel, pulp and paper, global condition monitoring programs, and his current role at Mobius Institute, the conversation digs into why reliability can’t live in a silo. From maintenance and operations to procurement, energy management, and leadership, this episode breaks down what it takes to get everyone rowing in the same direction—and why technology alone isn’t enough.
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Whether you’re trying to strengthen an existing reliability program or struggling to get buy-in across departments, this episode offers practical insight into how culture, not just tools, drives long-term success.
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