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Erwin de Witt, our senior consultant, has perfectly described what makes MaxGrip such a great place to work: the mutual respect, engaging discussions, and strong collaboration that define our team. While everyone naturally bonds differently, these individual connections never take away from the unity and cohesion that drive our success. Thank you, Erwin, for highlighting what makes our workplace truly unique! 

Value Realized! That’s a great last slide for our fifth and final presentation at the International Maintenance Conference. Ross Shaeffer of HF Sinclair shares in detail how the company went from blueprint to a successful multi site RCM program deployment together with MaxGrip. Interested in the presentation slides or and of our other presentations? Reach out to Kaushal Desai and he will send them to you. Reliabilityweb.com Cenosco

Our MaxGrip team at the International Maintenance Conference are rocking their ugly Christmas sweaters! Are you at the conference? Come chat with us at booth 315 or participate in one of the presentations by our consultants Katherine Sanchez and Eno Agbasonu as well as our client Ross of HF Sinclair Reliabilityweb.com Andrew Dixon Alex Lemuz Lisa Kamphuis

As 2024 draws to a close, we’re excited to celebrate new beginnings and strengthened relationships. Welcoming new clients and deepening collaborations with our valued clients has been a true highlight of the year. These renewed commitments and extended projects reflect the trust and shared vision that drive our success. Every collaboration—new or ongoing—represents a step forward in delivering impactful results in asset performance management and maintenance. None of this would be possible without the dedication, expertise, and passion of our global team. Below is a glimpse of the new clients we welcomed and the partnerships we extended in 2024. We look forward to building on these achievements and embracing exciting opportunities in the year ahead! 

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐀𝐌 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬? 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝? This week, our consultant Shubh Mistry worked with the Windy City Wire site team to set them up for success with their IFS Ultimo system. Starting from scratch, MaxGrip helped configure the system in just three days, enabling the team to start utilizing it for their specific needs. Here’s what was accomplished: ✅ Asset Hierarchy: All equipment and their parent/child relationships were mapped out ✅ Warehouse Setup: Parts, locations, and inventory for the main warehouse were integrated ✅ Ultimo Go/Mobile: Configured with custom enhancements for seamless use on the go ✅ Work Order Flow: Tailored to the customer’s needs using MaxGrip’s proven best practices ✅ User Setup: Authorization, user groups, and personnel were fully configured, creating a functional test environment ready for action While this was a soft go-live, Windy City Wire’s technicians and end-users are now empowered to utilize the system in their day-to-day operations, transitioning to a customized and robust EAM solution. This setup demonstrates how WCW is now equipped to maximize the benefits of their tailored system, starting strong from day one!

Andrew Dixon started as our new VP Americas a few weeks ago. Andrew joins MaxGrip with an impressive track record in the industry and a forward-thinking perspective that aligns perfectly with MaxGrip and how we want to help clients achieve better asset performance. Andrew is already inspiring our team with his leadership and deep understanding of what it takes to deliver value for our clients. His vision and energy are a perfect match for driving success. 🙌 Join us in welcoming Andrew to the MaxGrip team! 🙌

During IFS Unleashed in October, IFS Ultimo had the privilege of featuring Maverick Natural Resources, one of its latest onshore oil and natural gas clients. Senior Facilities Engineer Patrick Kester shared insights into the company’s progressive strategy for integrating a top-tier enterprise asset management (EAM) system into its technological framework. Maverick’s success is due, in part, to the focus of Ultimo’s implementation partner MaxGrip, who led a great project to support our joint client’s objectives. Read more: https://ifs.link/Xoqhyd

Change management is only needed for major change projects. This is a misconception. Managing organizational change is oftentimes perceived as necessary only for large-scale projects. This view underestimates the importance of change management in all types of initiatives in asset management, regardless of their size or scope. Change management involves guiding and supporting individuals and teams through transitions, ensuring that changes are implemented smoothly and effectively. Whether the change is significant, such as a company-wide digital transformation, or more modest, such as the optimization of the way of working in an exisiting EAM system, the principles of change management remain important. Even small changes can have a significant impact on daily operations and employee morale. Without proper change management, these seemingly minor adjustments can lead to resistance, confusion, and decreased productivity. Conversely, when change management principles are applied, employees are more likely to embrace the change, understand its benefits, and integrate it into their workflows seamlessly. At the core is communication: even if a project is small, communicate about the changes and gain stakeholder buy-in from the start. This significantly increases the changes of making the changes successful in the long run. So, change management is not just for large-scale projects; it is essential for any initiative that alters the status quo. Question: How has effective change management impacted your smaller projects? 👁Shifting the Perspective 👁

🍂 Warm Thanksgiving Wishes from MaxGrip! 🍂 As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to our clients, partners, and teams across the globe—in Houston, Utrecht and Kuala Lumpur. Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful day filled with gratitude, joy, and connection. Happy Thanksgiving!

Excited to join Ross Shaeffer, Director of Asset Reliability at HF Sinclair, to speak at the International Maintenance Conference! We will share insights on how HF Sinclair successfully rolled out a Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM program across seven sites in just two years. With the right combination of Cenosco's IMS RCM software and support from MaxGrip consultants, we’ll discuss the journey from a pilot project to a comprehensive strategy that is transforming asset care, reliability, and operational performance across their fleet. This is a story of using the right tools, processes, and people to make a tangible impact. Looking forward to connecting with fellow industry professionals and sharing insights that can drive results! You can also find me and the MaxGrip team at booth 315. Reliabilityweb.com