SOR 1142 Starting a New Reliability Team

Setting up a reliability team sounds like progress—but it often delivers very little. In this episode, Chris and Fred unpack what actually makes a reliability team effective, starting with a simple truth: structure doesn’t matter nearly as much as culture. Instead of focusing on org charts or tools, they explain why reliability must be embedded in decision-making across the organization. The discussion also highlights how to find quick wins—whether through early testing, simple process improvements, or basic data analysis that reveals the real drivers of failure. If you’re serious about improving reliability, this episode will help you avoid the common traps and focus on what actually works.