Sebastian Traeger

With over two decades in business - spanning strategy consulting, tech startups and executive leadership - Sebastian Traeger helps organizations in various industries build, launch, grow, and imrpove their organizations. As the CEO of Reliability Center, Inc., a 35-year-old business, he leads a stellar team that partners with global clients in manufacturing, oil and gas, mining and health care to elevate their strategic decision making and operational excellence through Root Cause Analysis (RCA) training and software. Since joining the leadership team in 2019, Sebastian spearheaded the digital direction of the business, launching an online learning center around our proprietary PROACT® RCA methodology, and building the game-changing EasyRCA.com software. He is passionate about delivering high-quality RCA solutions to clients and empowering them to achieve their goals. Sebastian also enjoys sharing his insights on work and purpose through his book and publications.

Sebastian Traeger Articles

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: March 19, 2025

Understanding the Role of a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Reading Time: 3 minutes In today’s digital-first world, businesses rely on highly available, scalable, and resilient systems to maintain seamless operations. A single instance of downtime can lead to

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: March 19, 2025

The Role of a Reliability Engineer in the Industrial and Manufacturing Sectors

Reading Time: 2 minutes In industries such as manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and energy, equipment reliability is critical to maintaining efficiency, reducing downtime, and ensuring workplace safety. The Reliability Engineer plays

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: February 5, 2025

RCA Templates: A Critical Tool for Effective Problem-Solving

Reading Time: 2 minutes Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is a cornerstone of reliability engineering, providing a structured approach to identifying and addressing the root causes of failures. A well-designed

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: February 5, 2025

The Importance of Root Cause Analysis in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)

Reading Time: 3 minutes Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) are critical pillars of success for industrial operations. A robust HSE program protects employees, ensures compliance, and minimizes environmental impact.

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: January 22, 2025

Using the 5 Whys Technique for Root Cause Analysis in Complex Environments

Reading Time: 4 minutes In today’s fast-paced business world, identifying, and solving problems efficiently is key to maintaining operational success. One method that has stood the test of time

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: January 20, 2025

How Root Cause Analysis Tools Can Prevent Equipment Failures in Healthcare

Reading Time: 3 minutes In the fast-paced world of healthcare, where it’s a matter of life and death, equipment failures can have serious consequences. When an important machine stops

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: November 13, 2024

A Step-by-Step Guide to Using Root Cause Analysis Tools for Improved Reliability

Reading Time: 3 minutes Reliability has become a cornerstone of operational excellence in today’s fiercely competitive industrial landscape. Unexpected failures can lead to significant downtime, increased costs, and potential

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: October 25, 2024

How to Choose the Right Root Cause Analysis Tool for Your Reliability Program

Reading Time: 4 minutes In today’s fast-paced industrial environments, ensuring the reliability of your systems is critical to maintaining productivity and avoiding costly failures. At the heart of any

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: August 28, 2024

How to Perform Root Cause Investigations?

Reading Time: 6 minutes When failures occur, they not only disrupt productivity but can also lead to significant costs and safety risks. To prevent these issues from recurring, it’s

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: July 22, 2024

Post-Incident Analysis for Enhanced Reliability

Reading Time: 5 minutes With over two decades in business – spanning strategy consulting, tech startups and executive leadership – I am committed to helping your organization thrive. At

Mechanical Failure Incident Analysis

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: July 11, 2024

How To Conduct Incident Analysis?

Reading Time: 7 minutes With over two decades in business – spanning strategy consulting, tech startups, and executive leadership – I am committed to helping your organization thrive. At

by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: June 21, 2024

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Reliability Engineering

Reading Time: 6 minutes With over two decades in business – spanning strategy consulting, tech startups, and executive leadership – I am committed to helping your organization thrive. At