Reliability resources

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: May 20, 2025

How Root Cause Analysis Tools Can Prevent Equipment Failures in Healthcare

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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 working, it can jeopardize patient safety, disrupt care, and even put life on the line. Fortunately, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools can help healthcare professionals identify and prevent these failures before they occur. Let’s explore

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: November 13, 2024

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

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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 safety hazards. To effectively address these recurring challenges, organizations turn to Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools, which help uncover the underlying causes of problems and prevent their recurrence. This comprehensive guide will take you step-by-step

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: October 25, 2024

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

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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 effective reliability program is the ability to identify and address problems before they escalate. One of the most powerful methods for achieving this is Root Cause Analysis (RCA), a process that helps uncover the true

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: August 28, 2024

How to Perform Root Cause Investigations?

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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 essential to identify the root cause of the problem. Root Cause Investigation (RCI) is a powerful tool that helps organizations get to the heart of failures, ensuring long-term reliability and operational excellence. The purpose of

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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 Reliability, we’re on a mission to help enhance strategic decision-making and operational excellence through the power of Root Cause Analysis, and I hope this article will be helpful!  Our goal is to help you better

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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 Reliability, we’re on a mission to help enhance strategic decision-making and operational excellence through the power of Root Cause Analysis, and I hope this article will be helpful! Our goal is to help you better

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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 Reliability, we’re on a mission to help enhance strategic decision-making and operational excellence through the power of Root Cause Analysis, and I hope this article will be helpful! Our goal is to help you better

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: May 13, 2024

Ultimate Guide to Swiss Cheese Model and Its Applications

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 Reliability, we’re on a mission to help enhance strategic decision-making and operational excellence through the power of Root Cause Analysis, and I hope this article will be helpful!  Our goal is to help you better

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: April 23, 2024

5 Root Cause Analysis Examples That Shed Light on Complex Issues

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 Reliability, we’re on a mission to help enhance strategic decision-making and operational excellence through the power of Root Cause Analysis, and I hope this article will be helpful!  Our goal is to help you better

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: May 19, 2025

5 Whys Technique: Simple Steps to Find Real Problems (with examples and template)

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 Reliability, we’re on a mission to help enhance strategic decision-making and operational excellence through the power of Root Cause Analysis, and I hope this article will be helpful!  Our goal is to help you better

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: April 25, 2025

Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) Guide: Process, Symbols & Examples

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 Reliability, we’re on a mission to help enhance strategic decision-making and operational excellence through the power of Root Cause Analysis, and I hope this article will be helpful!  Our goal is to help you better

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by Sebastian Traeger

Updated: April 23, 2025

FMEA Guide: Failure Mode and Effects Analysis in Root Cause Analysis

Reading Time: 7 minutes

Dealing with potential failures and mitigating their impacts forms the core of reliability engineering. FMEA, also known as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis is a root cause analysis method that provides a path to improved reliability and enhanced performance. With over two decades in business – spanning strategy consulting, tech startups and executive leadership – I am committed to helping

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