Adopting a Pragmatic Decision Intelligence Framework MainTrain Gathers the Global Asset Management Community Winter 2023
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
05 NEWLY RECOGNIZED PROFESSIONALS 06 MEMBERS IN ACTION 14 TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Jean-Pierre Pascoli President JP.Pascoli@pemac.org
17 CAPSTONE AWARD RECIPIENTS 26 ADVANCING PEMAC’S VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Members in Action
Professional Development in Maintenance Management
16 MainTrain 2024: Sets Sail for Saint John
Cindy Snedden Executive Director Executive.Director@pemac.org
Mbongeni Mtetwa PEMAC Marketing Specialist Marketing@pemac.org
21 Adopting a Pragmatic Decision Intelligence Framework
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In September we held our annual MainTrain conference in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Not only was it an
President's Message Jean Pierre (J.P.) Pascoli
impressive 23rd edition of this time-tested event, but a special edition in that it was our first time in Winnipeg (and the province of Manitoba for that matter). It was also special in that we hosted international delegates from the GFMAM (Global Forum on Maintenance and Asset Management) and the WPiAM (World Partners in Asset Management). In the end, the conference was deemed a
Welcome to the 2023 Fall/Winter issue of our magazine PEMAC Now. As
great success in terms of the number of attendees and quality of presentations.
the calendar year comes to a close, there is much to reflect on in terms
As usual, MainTrain 2023 included an awards banquet were individual and organizations were
of what PEMAC and its members have accomplished.
honored for their outstanding accomplishments and for contributions within our community. We
Earlier this year, PEMAC announced the launch of the Maintenance
celebrated teams at Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, Capital Power’s York Energy
Strategy Development Certificate, which allows individuals who complete
Center, and Nunavut division of Agnico Eagle Mining Limited; as well as individuals like Sue
Modules 1 and 5 in the Maintenance Management Professional (MMP)
Lubell, Mike Crowell, Brian Sibley, and Chris O’Reilly. Finally, we had the opportunity to honour
program the opportunity to have this accomplishment recognized by a
the memory of the late Chris Murphy with the Sergio Guy award, with his wife and daughter in
certificate. Celebrating milestones such as this, on the journey toward
attendance to make the evening even more special. You can read more about the award winners
a full MMP designation, is a concept that was first introduced with the Maintenance Work
in this issue.
Management certificate last year, which recognizes those who’ve completed Modules 1 and 6.
As climate change and AI continue to dominate the headlines, the MainTrain committee astutely
Also, thanks to our partnership with Northern Lakes College we now have an on-demand version of
decided to have a panel on each of these topics at MainTrain. The take aways were clear. As
PEMAC's "Becoming an Asset Management Assessor" (CAMA) exam prep course, making CAMA
asset managers, we must now start to think about the impact of climate change on our assets and
prep accessible to anyone interested in pursuing CAMA certification.
as well as how the discipline of asset management might contribute to solutions. As new assets
In February we announced that the World Partners in Asset Management (WPiAM), a non-profit organization that has developed a Global Certification Scheme to provide a means for the global recognition of asset management competency, had assessed PEMAC’s education programs and determined that individuals who have completed all or part of PEMAC's Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) and Asset Management Professional (AMP) program will receive significant credit toward the knowledge requirements for CTAM, CPAM and CSAM Certifications. This is a testament to the strength of PEMAC’s educational offerings in maintenance and asset management.
and asset systems are designed, design criteria must evolve to the new realities of rising temperatures and frequent adverse weather conditions in general. The ‘100 Year Flood’-type probability models will likely need to change, as we have seen tremendous devastation resulting from floods and other recent extreme weather events. Most asset managers are managing assets currently in use and don’t have the luxury of re-design. They must re-evaluate how they manage their assets in this new operating context. Must assets be used or operated differently? Must
maintenance strategies change? Do asset life-cycles change (e.g., shorten), necessitating a review of long-term investment planning?
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President's Message Jean Pierre (J.P.) Pascoli As for AI, while it does bring cause for concern in terms of social impacts, for most asset managers AI is seen as something quite powerful for the optimization of the management of physical assets, be it in the design, build/construction, or operating and maintain phases of an asset’s life cycle. However, it is still early days. There is much to learn and understand about AI and other digital technologies that are enabling the larger digital transformation in organizations. As 2023 edition of the MainTrain conference came to an end, so started the planning of MainTrain
2024. We are excited to announce that once again the event will arrive in a new location of this great and sprawling country of ours, this time in Saint John, New Brunswick, home of PEMAC corporate member Irving Pulp & Paper who promise to make it an event to remember. It will undoubtedly be another great and important means for our members to connect, learn, and contribute. The conference will run from September 23 to 25, 2024. This is my last message to readers through this medium as my 3-year term as president of PEMAC comes to an end in December. It’s been an honour and pleasure to serve our members in this
capacity, a fitting end to a decade of volunteering and serving as a member of the board of directors, including two successive terms as Vice President. During this time there has been tremendous growth for PEMAC and I’ve had the opportunity to work with some excellent people. However, it is now time for someone else with a fresh set of eyes and ideas to have this wonderful opportunity to help lead such a great organization with so much potential.
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Congratulations! To these newly certified individuals!
Congratulations to individuals who recently received a Certificate of Achievement.
Christopher Dulude-Maher
Jeff Jansen
Maintenance Work Management Certificate
Christopher Mitride
Jessie Watkins
Amanda Bonomo
Cody Dodd
Jody Muldoon
Brandon Chevalier
Cody Kerr
Joel Prefontaine
Brianna Ladouceur
Dana Hudema
Kenny Arruda
Carmelle Smyth
Kathy Langton
Dana Nelson
Kushal Divekar
Carter Pisko
Daryel Brisebois
Dean Tomolak
David Beaudry
Laine Turner
Certified Asset Management Professional
Dwayne Opp
Dwayne Opp
Ehsan Mousavian
Achour Lamouchi
Dana Hudema
Leeland Malkinson
Abdul Qayyum Sheikh
Ehsan Mousavian
Harry Schummer
Adam Cooke
Dana Nelson
Les Franssen
Gary Anger
Mathew Walden
Justin Brideau
Randy Mockerman
Manpreet Singh
Tara Munro
Maintenance Management Professional
Andrew Martin Benjamin Wells
David Beaudry Davy Veilleux
Mahadeo Sewdass Maria Violeta Padurean
Alan Cox Carlton Solas Conor Brennan
Marc Lapointe
Bobby Rochette
Dean Michaud
Mathieu Desjardins
Brad Antle
Deborah Wood
Maude Mercier
Oleg Komkov
Bradley Sherman
Douglas Taylor
Michael L Connors
Peter Locs
Brian Clarke
Gregory Mann
Salimraj (Raj)
Ramnarine Persaud
Brian Dunlop
Guillaume Brault
Gopalakrishnan
Richard Duffield
Brian Sibley
Guillaume Gauvin-Forest
Tarik Abderrahim
Charles Wootten
Jason Anderson
Wayne Gilbert
Chika Onwuchekwa
Jean-Christophe Patterson
Zachary Ray
Chris Marler
Jean-Philippe Grenier
Nicole Luft
Certified Technical Specialist in Asset Management Kishor Patil
Maintenance Strategy Development Certificate
New
Thang Tran Tom Dufton
Shawn McIntyre Shawn Ryan Thang Tran Tom Dufton Zachary Schummelketel
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Members in Action PEMAC stands at the forefront of enhancing and championing the practices of maintenance and asset management. PEMAC's core is its vibrant network of dedicated professionals who are steadily advancing this crucial sector. By offering their time as volunteers, contributing to committees, and spearheading research efforts, our members actively lend their knowledge and insights. This collective wisdom not only steers industry standards but also sways policy formation and sparks innovation. Energized to reconnect and exchange expertise, our various Chapters have hosted numerous events designed to bring PEMAC members and other interested parties together to connect, learn, and contribute. Continued on next page…
PEMAC Chapters Alberta President Dennis Heinzlmeir alberta@pemac.org Fort McMurray President Nayef Mahgoub fortmcmurray@pemac.org
GTA President Erika Mazza gta@pemac.org Nova Scotia President Martha Myers nova-scotia@pemac.org Quebec President Eric Martel quebec@pemac.org Winnipeg President Neil Abercrombie winnipeg@pemac.org
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Members in Action: Chapters PEMAC Fort McMurray Chapter On October 17, 2023, the Fort McMurray Chapter of PEMAC hosted a Professional Development and Networking event, attended by maintenance and asset management professionals from the Fort McMurray area. The event, provided a prime opportunity for learning and networking among local experts and enthusiasts. Highlights of the Event The central theme of the event was "Why Hydrogen in Canada - Alberta?" The presentation, delivered by Dr. Indika Arachchi, Chair of Power Engineering at the School of Trades and Technology, Keyano College, focused on the significant role hydrogen plays as a sustainable and efficient energy source. Insights on Hydrogen Economy: The presentation highlighted how Canada, and particularly Alberta, is poised to lead the way in developing a competitive hydrogen economy. Dr. Arachchi detailed how Canada's rich resources, technological expertise, and international relationships place it at an advantageous position. He emphasized that by 2050, Canada could see substantial economic benefits, a transformed oil and gas sector, and a reduction in emissions through hydrogen use. Alberta's Role As the largest hydrogen producer in Canada, Alberta has the resources, expertise, and technology necessary to quickly become a global supplier of clean, low-cost hydrogen.
Dr. Arachchi noted the potential of hydrogen as a major energy export, which could significantly fuel job creation, investment, and economic opportunities across the province. Keyano College’s Initiative A significant part of the discussion centered around Keyano College's initiative to start a research facility focused on hydrogen energy. This initiative aims to equip School of Trades graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary for the evolving energy landscape.
Inset: PEMAC’s Fort McMurray Chapter organized a presentation by Indika Arachchi, PhD, Chair – Power Engineering, School of Trades and Technology, Keyano College, on hydrogen creating a great opportunity to connect and learn about this essential service. Pictured above with Miyuki Schulz, Manager, Continuing Education & Extended Studies at Keyano College and member of the PEMAC’s GTA Chapter.
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Members in Action: Chapters … cont’d Fort Mac Chapter Networking and Learning In underscoring the importance of hydrogen energy in Canada's future and highlighting Alberta's pivotal role in this developing sector, the event served as a platform for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the field to deepen their understanding of hydrogen energy’s potential and its implications for Canada and beyond.
GTA Chapter In October, PEMAC’s GTA Chapter had their first in-person event since November of 2021. The central topic of the session was "Take on Sustainability: How to Achieve Your Green Goals with the Help of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)." The interactive event aimed to provide attendees with practical knowledge and tools to align maintenance and asset management strategies with their management strategies with their organization’s sustainability goals. It emphasized how implementing CMMS can not only assist in achieving green targets but also ensure operational efficiency. Participants had the opportunity to gain actionable insights on integrating sustainability into their practices. The event served as a platform for sharing experiences, discussing challenges, and brainstorming solutions, facilitating a rich exchange of ideas among professionals.
Inset: (Top) Fernando Nájera, (Bottom) Sahaj Singh speak at the GTA Chapter Professional Development event.
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Members in Action: Global Meetings PEMAC’s MainTrain 2023 conference in Winnipeg, Manitoba benefited from the presence of representatives of the following GFMAM organizations: PEMAC (Canada), SMRP (USA), AMC (Australia), SAAMA (Southern Africa), JIPM (Japan), JAAM (Japan), IFRAMI (France), ABRAMAN (Brazil), the IAM (UK).
(Top) Nigel D’Souza, J.P. Pascoli, Bob Kazar, Johannes Coetzee, John Hardwick, Tsutomu Nakamura, Naoki Takesue, Vlad Bacalu (Bottom) Fumihiko Ozawa, Celso de Azevedo, Dave Daines, Cindy Snedden, Edmea Adell, Marcela Scalco, João Ricardo Lafraia, Richard Edwards
PEMAC hosted delegates from the World Partners in Asset Management (WPiAM) in Winnipeg in conjunction with the MainTrain conference. WPiAM representatives presented during the event, offering perspectives on maintenance, reliability and asset management from around the world.
Susan Lubell, PEMAC Asset Management Association of Canada (Canada), Bob Kazar, SMRP (United States), Dave Daines, Asset Management Council (Australia), Johannes Coetzee, Southern African Asset Management Association (SAAMA), Naoki Takesue, Japan Association of Asset Management (JAAM), João Ricardo Lafraia ABRAMAN (Brazil), John Hardwick, Asset Management Council (Australia)
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Members in Action: MainTrain Delegates at the MainTrain 2023 Conference (Top-left) Adam Dashney, Ryley Schentag John Wettlaufer, Evan Brinkman, J.P. Pascoli, Sridhar Ramakrishnan, Faisal Mahmud, Olayemi Akinola, Bradley Owen, Jon Hosegood
(Top-middle) Lisa Bigstone, Edith Mackenzie, Brad Onofrychuk, Jasmine Light, Amy Saitz, Susan Lubell, Monica Rowe, Glenn Mitchel (Bottom-left) Jeremy Pilkington, Jeremy Sylvain, Rachel Mitchell (Bottom-middle) Tanzeer Afzal, Haris Iqbal, Charlotte Perrin (Bottom-right) Kane Mosher, Erika Mazza
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Photo Credit: Erika Mazza
Members in Action: MainTrain
Inset: (Top left) James Reyes- Picknell facilitating discussion during the MRO Roundtable. (Top middle) Delegates network with exhibitors within the conference exhibit hall. (Top right) MainTrain delegates tour the MacDon facility in Winnipeg. (Bottom left) Sunil Vedula and Susan Lubell discuss the role of AI in maintenance at a panel during the MainTrain Conference. (Bottom middle) Delegates participate in a Q&A session during one of the insightful presentations.
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Members in Action: Spreading the Word
Left: PEMAC President and Director of Physical Asset Management & Reliability at Cameco, J.P. Pascoli speaks at the IAM North American Conference in Toronto. Top middle: Nicolle Guillen, PEMAC Education and Professional Development Manager connects with delegates at the IAM Conference. Top- right: Instructor Cliff Williams presented MMP Module 1 as a two-day workshop at the SMRP Conference in Orlando, Florida. Right: Cliff Williams and Nicolle Guillen with PEMAC’s SMRP Conference raffle winner Ronnie Hartzell (center).
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Encouraging Professional Development MMP Certification Recognition at Irving Mike Crowell, who served on the PEMAC Board of Directors from 2016 - 2022, sent along this photo of the most
recent
Maintenance
Management
Professional
(MMP) grads from Irving Forest Services. He wanted to share the story of what it has taken to celebrate the success of every one of the 40+ grads of the PEMAC MMP Program at Irving and to encourage other employers to consider a similar approach: I’m proud that among other things that we have been able to standardize across our pulp and paper division, we have set up this tradition. For every grad of the PEMAC MMP program I personally pick up their certificate, get it framed in a standard frame (the identical frame to my own certificate), and deliver it to them at a photo-shoot.
We recognize their achievement at the site’s monthly staff meeting which also helps to promote and influence others to enroll in the program. Looking ahead, Andrew Booker, who is with the pulp and paper division and is now serving on the PEMAC Board, will ensure this tradition continues for the next
Congratulations to the most recent Irving MMP grads Rick Baker, Stephane Fortin, Trevor Cook and Aaron Catch.
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Technical Leadership Council PEMAC has long benefitted from the
regular basis as the “Technical Leadership
technical expertise of its members. Over
Council” to share major activities that their
the years, many teams of individuals have
various committees are working on and:
been convened to cooperate and offer input on the development and maintenance of
PEMAC
education
programs,
the
organization of the annual conference, the development and operation of the Awards program,
and
contributing
to
global
projects. In recent years the Board of
work and has been referring to it as the “Technical Leadership Council”. The Technical Leadership Council, as
mechanisms within each committee (or transversely and between committees) to
sound and based on a developing,
Competency Committee
Chair Maintenance Management
Chair Asset Management
Chair Competency
Board of Directors
Technical Leadership Council
shared understanding that evolves through healthy discussion and debate.
• to ensure that none of the teams are at
Chair CPD Programming
Chair Awards / Recognition
Chair Education
cross-purposes and
• to identify opportunities that they could
Awards Committee
Chapters
Education Committee
assist each other in their work.
PEMAC Members are encouraged to
not yet functioning, but significant steps
monitor the weekly newsletter for info on
have been made. Terms of reference have
opportunities to participate in the Technical
been outlined for “Awards”, “Education”
Leadership of the association. Roles are
and “Certification” committees and chairs
also posted on the “Volunteer
have been appointed to each of those
Opportunities” page available to logged-in
committees.
members here:
functioning, the Chairs would convene on a
AM Advisory Committee
ensure PEMAC content is technically
envisioned in the diagram to the right, is
The vision is that once all the teams are
MM Advisory Committee
• to oversee the development of
Directors has envisioned formalizing the organizational structure for this type of
Certification Assessment Panel
MainTrain Committee Editorial Board
Staff Executive Director
Shared Learning Other Staff
Admin Staff
pemac.org/members/volunteeropportunities
Structure of the Technical Leadership Council
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The MainTrain 2023 conference, concluded its impactful session in Winnipeg, Manitoba, from
September 11 to 13. The event was a convergence of
global
industry
leaders,
experts,
Connecting the Global Asset Management Community!
and
professionals in asset management, fostering a collaborative exchange,
environment networking
for and
knowledge professional
development. In the weeks preceding the conference, delegates
engaged in a series of pre-conference online presentations, setting the stage for the insightful main event. Intensive workshops, including the
Inset: Images from MainTrain 2023 Conference in Winnipeg, MB in September.
"Becoming
a
Assessor"
and
Certified
Asset
Management
"Maintenance
Management
The GFMAM reached a significant milestone, completing
the
3rd
draft
of
the
Management Landscape document – a global initiative involving over 250 asset management professionals,
30
of
which
are
PEMAC
educational experiences and pathways toward
CAMA
maintenance and asset management certification.
contributing 104 CAMA certified professionals.
The conference featured distinguished members
MainTrain 2023 was a testament to the
from international organizations like Global Forum
collective commitment to advancing the asset
on Maintenance and Asset Management (GFMAM)
management profession, and the anticipation is
and
high for the next gathering in 2024, where the
in
Asset
Management
from the MainTrain 2023 conference are available until January 1st, 2024. This is an
presentations and gain valuable insights from
Professional (MMP) Module 1," provided enriching
Partners
We are pleased to announce that recordings
excellent opportunity to access world-class
members. A highlight was the announcement of over 1928
World
Conference Proceedings
Asset
certificants
globally,
with
leading experts in asset management.
Canada Don't miss the chance to benefit from this wealth of knowledge—dive into the sessions
(WPiAM), sharing insights and updates on their
journey of excellence continues.
collective work to further the field of physical asset
Read the full conference recap on the PEMAC
management around the world.
website.
today and accelerate your professional growth ahead of the new year.
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MainTrain 2023 by the Numbers
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Recognizing Excellence in Capstone Projects MMP Capstone – Business Process Individuals who undertake the MMP program typically take one to two years to complete a series of eight courses. The Capstone projects developed range from business process improvements, to the replacement of a
financial sustainability, as well as a culture of continuous improvement, were significant drivers for the maintenance planner proposal. His project outlined a three-year project plan, that included a detailed work plan and defined payback period.
specific asset. PEMAC honours recipients within two categories of the MMP Capstone awards: the Business Process and the Technical Focus awards Brian Sibley, MMP & Maintenance Manager at the City of Saskatoon Water Treatment Plant, was the recipient of this year’s MMP Capstone Business Process Award. His project
titled:
“Maintenance
Workflow
Optimization
the
Workflow Planner” focused on a proposal to create a
Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) and Asset
maintenance planner position to improve maintenance
Management Professional (AMP) education programs,
workflow management of the water treatment plant.
demonstrated by outstanding Capstone projects. These
The comprehensive proposal included a plan that would
final projects provide an opportunity for participants to
not only ensure the correct people and processes were in
thoroughly apply their learning by developing a proposal
place, but also utilization of the city’s computerized
to address a real-world scenario.
maintenance management system (CMMS) to achieve
Each
year
PEMAC
recognizes
excellence
in
Course instructors in both programs refer the top projects
well-defined
results
from
improved
maintenance
to the PEMAC awards committee for consideration. This
management.
year PEMAC was pleased to award three Capstone
During his presentation of the project at MainTrain 2023,
Awards to outstanding recipients.
Brian shared that the city’s strategic goals of asset and
Inset: MMP Capstone – Business Process Award Winner Brian Sibley (center) receiving his trophy at the MainTrain 2023 Conference in Winnipeg.
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Recognizing Excellence in Capstone Projects MMP Capstone – Technical Focus The second MMP Capstone award is given to the outstanding MMP projects with a technical focus. The recipient of this year’s award is Chris O'Rielly, MMP & Maintenance Supervisor at Halliburton with his capstone project that focused on a “Service Truck Replacement” for
Halliburton Company. Halliburton Company is an American multinational corporation that is responsible for most of the world’s
that can be placed at the sites they are needed. This
During his presentation at MainTrain, Chris shared that
proposal not only meets the needs for parts on location,
he was given the opportunity to present his proposal
but it also creates a clean and organized work area to
within his organization, and that it has since been
complete onsite repairs.
approved. The organization has become to make the
This capstone project provides a clear proposal complete
change to Connex trailers. Not only has his organization
with financial justification for capital investments to
seen financial benefits with this project through improved
improve the maintenance and operational workflow on
efficiency and productivity, but that it has also led to
extremely
improvements in safety and morale.
asset-intensive,
and
challenging
mobile
pumping jobs.
hydraulic fracturing operations. Chris’ project focused on improvements at the Halliburton Clairmont facility in Alberta that
operates primarily as a well servicing
area focused on product enhancement stimulation well
fracturing. Chris has recognized that the use of service trucks for field support of the Halliburton Clairmont field operations has become costly, and no longer the ideal solution for the organization’s needs. His capstone project identified that the process for servicing many wells on a single pad
Chris O'Rielly, MMP
has changed the level of movement between sites, and
Maintenance Supervisor Haliburton
the need for mobile service trucks has declined. He has created a unique project that would replace the service trucks with adapted Connex stationary trailers,
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Recognizing Excellence in Capstone Projects Awards Gala
AMP Capstone The AMP Capstone Awards recognizes excellence in the
throughout all Metrolinx owned stations and contracted
On the evening of September 12th, 2023, the PEMAC
AMP program final capstone project. During the last
transit agencies.
MainTrain
Conference
course of this six-course program, participants apply the
In his project, Ashvin recommended a strategic asset
celebration
of
key concepts learned as they develop an Asset
management policy for these assets aligned with
Management Policy and Strategy for an organization as
PRESTO's strategic objectives.
well as the development and implementation of an Asset
strengths of the organization's asset management system
Management Plan for a particular class of assets.
and identified areas for improvement. In addition, he
This year’s AMP Capstone award recipient is Ashvin
tested the recommended policy by applying the concepts
Koarga,
to a major capital investment related to the organization's
CAMP
&
Manager
of
Asset
and
Order
He analyzed the
Management at Metrolinx – PRESTO. for his project that
core deliverables.
focused
“Ashvin’s Capstone clearly shows how the chosen asset
on
"Metrolinx's
Station
Fare
Transaction
Processor Asset Management Framework"
plays a role in meeting the organization’s objectives. The
Metrolinx, also operating as Go Transit, Up Express and
project demonstrates the risk around this asset – from the
Presto, is a Crown agency of the Government of Ontario
strategic and functional perspective, with well supported
that manages and integrates road and public transport in
analysis providing the means to defined priorities and
the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.
management options. It also discusses the need for the
Ashvin supports the PRESTO division that manages the
Ashvin shared part of his asset management journey
electronic payment system that eliminates the need for
during his MainTrain presentation, and how his continued
tickets, tokens, passes, and cash. His Capstone project
asset management learning journey has influenced the
focused on the Station Fare Transaction Processors
progress being made at his organization.
(SFTP) element of this payment system, that are
witnessed
talent
and
a
dedication
remarkable within
the
maintenance and asset management community. Hosted by Alan Cox, Chair of the PEMAC Awards Committee, the event showcased and honored individual and team contributions
in
both
maintenance
and
asset
management, illustrating the depth of expertise and commitment
within
the
PEMAC
community.
The
recipients, ranging from seasoned professionals to dynamic teams, demonstrate that the journey towards
excellence is an ongoing process, driven by passion, innovation,
and
an
unwavering
commitment
to
improvement.
Ashvin Koarga, CAMP Manager, Asset and Order Management Metrolinx - PRESTO
AMP Capstone
customer facing stand-alone assets strategically installed
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PEMAC Awards A recap & full list of winners can be found on the PEMAC website at pemac,org/2023-award-winners
Team
Individual Susan Lubell, MMP CAMA Principal Consultant Steppe Consulting Asset Management Leadership
Mike Crowell, MMP Director, Maintenance Irving Pulp and Paper
Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board Maintenance Team of the Year (Large organization)
Capital Power Maintenance Team of the Year (Small organization)
Maintenance Management Leadership
Chris Murphy Posthumous
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited Asset Management Achievement
Sergio Guy Memorial
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Adopting a Pragmatic Decision Intelligence Framework By Paul Daoust, Founder of SCIO Asset Management Effective asset management hinges on the
From this evidence, we can infer two
underscoring
often
Leaders' deployment choices to allocate or
quality of decisions made throughout the
critical points. First, substantial value is at
unseen but impactful role. We get the
reallocate their vast and scarce resources
organization. Decisions play a pivotal role in
stake due to suboptimal decision-making,
results we deserve, different from what we
are
ISO 5500X standards, and the GFMAM Asset
leading to significant value leakage
want. Every organization operates with
management performance effectiveness.
Second, more than goal setting is required.
people,
For
organizations must infuse more structure
What sets asset-intensive organizations
management best practices, a clear and
and
apart
non-asset-intensive
intentional decision intelligence framework is
Management Landscape, but the question remains — how much do decisions truly impact outcomes?
rigour
into
their
decision-making
decision-making's
processes,
from
and
technology.
central
to
operational
organizations
aspiring
and
to
asset
decision
Research from the Harvard Business Review
processes to achieve desired results. The
organizations is the application of those
crucial. Data and analytics, while essential,
(HBR), the Society of Decision Professionals
disparity in value delivered between top
essentials through their assets to deliver
are insufficient on their own. The synergy of
(SDP), and the Product Development and
and average performers is vast,
value. How is that done?
people,
Management
Association
(PDMA)
decision
processes,
technology,
management
and
framework
a is
demonstrates the significant impact decision-
necessary to extract maximum value from
making has on organizational effectiveness in
assets. Decisions act as the connective
delivering business results.
tissue that binds everything together. There are key principles involved in a best decision intelligence practice. The organization must emphasize the most important decision you make is how you make your decisions. Adopting a decision intelligence framework is the one decision that launches a thousand more quality decisions.
Decision Intelligence Framework
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Adopting a Pragmatic Decision Intelligence Framework Subscribe to the DIKDAR principle (Data > Information > Knowledge > Decisions > Action > Results) but apply the principle backwards, as RADKID. Start with the desired results, then centre on the decisions required to achieve those goals and solve for the requisite knowledge, information/ analytics and valuable data. Building and implementing a functional
decision intelligence framework involves eight key elements contributing to quality decisions and consistent positive outcomes:
Value Framework Operations and asset management is about the pursuit of value. What exactly does that look
like in your organization? And what is the priority? There’s financial value from production and revenue sales, service cost and cost of goods sold. There’s non-financial value regarding safety and environmental performance, customer service, reputation to stakeholders, and social responsibility. Your mileage on labels may vary, but a shared understanding of what the organization truly values in pursuing business results should be shared.
Decisions bridge the application of resources on assets to deliver value.
THE MOST IMPORTANT DECISION YOU WILL MAKE
IS HOW YOU WILL MAKE YOUR DECISIONS. DIKDAR Principle: Data > Information > Knowledge > Decision > Action > Results
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Adopting a Pragmatic Decision Intelligence Framework Fortunately,
A3 PSDM Canvas
a
finite
number
of
known
important decision types are to be made, as There are many problem-solving and decision-
identified
making methods available. I prefer the A3
in
the
Landscape’s
39
asset
management subjects. We should codify
method, a lean technique developed by
those limited decision types and offer a
Toyota and named for the paper size,
canvas with the who, what, when, where, why,
because it all fits on one sheet of 11” x 17”
how, and how much to enable the best
paper. This method is universal in handling
decision possible at every opportunity.
any problem regardless of its complexity. It forces users to be very clear and concise
Frames & Models
while not skipping any steps in problem-
We can take those crucial decisions and offer
solving
canvas
problem frames and solution models tailored
provides structure while allowing the users to
to each decision type. This template assures
be creative in delivering content to ensure a
the proper rigour is applied for the situation
quality decision is made, assisted by a prompt
inputs, analysis, and evaluation with the best
wizard to guide the right questions within each
available
step. Decision Identification — What are the
experiential judgment-based knowledge of
crucial decisions in operations and asset
several creative solution alternatives against
management, and how are they identified?
multiple value objectives. This approach also
or
decision-making.
The
You can’t decide if it’s not apparent a decision
should be made. A systematic questioning approach helps the organization uncover problems worth solving, which, with decisions,
A systematic questioning approach helps the organization uncover problems worth solving, which, with decisions, become solutions worth implementing.
evidence-based
data
and
characterizes uncertainties and assesses the value of information to reduce uncertainty and increase confidence where it is feasible and worth doing.
become solutions worth implementing.
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Adopting a Pragmatic Decision Intelligence Framework improve their personal and organizational decision-making track
The framework can be operationalized with modest coaching and
records.
facilitating to expand the practice to additional decision types
Applied Learning
across the enterprise.
head. We also make it with our heart, which means alignment with goals, objectives and strategies while considering our ability
After implementing the decision, assess whether a quality
to execute and the organization’s willingness to adapt to any
decision was made and if the expected outcome was achieved.
necessary change. Finally, while we apply the requisite decision
You can have poor decisions with good or bad outcomes, just as
structure and rigour, we can’t ignore the decision-maker's gut
you can have good or bad outcomes with good decisions. Did the
instinct or intuition if we challenge its sources and seek to
inputs, analysis and evaluations pan out within confidence
minimize undue biases and blind spots.
intervals? Was the decision and change accepted? Were the
Decision-Action-Results Tracking
action plans executed? What can we learn and apply to the next
Head, Heart, & Gut We don’t make all our decisions with cold, hard logic, only the
execution, objective KPIs, and value delivered over time to
with previous investments in data quality management and analytics from our digital transformations. Most organizations already have what is required to get started; the decision intelligence framework amplifies the capability potential of your organization’s people, processes, and technologies to manage its assets better. With the foundational decision intelligence framework firmly in
set of decisions? How do we share across the organization? Once made, the decision and rationale should be articulated to all stakeholders by tracking action plans and measures for work
The modest investment has incredible ROI potential, particularly
What does it take to implement the decision intelligence
framework? The practice includes the following:
place, there’s an opportunity to extend to other critical decisionintensive operational business practices such as operations strategy
deployment,
operational
risk
management,
asset
determine if the results meet expectations.
1. Playbook as a distilled business process
condition management, asset performance management and
Competent Team
2. Training to develop decision-making competencies enhanced
asset investment planning.
by 1:1 coaching Applying a RAPID model (Recommend, Agree, Perform, Input, Decide) provides clear transparency on decision accountabilities
3. Software tool as a decision management platform and registry
and reduces ambiguity.
4. Facilitation services in group settings
Problem-solvers must be capable of utilizing suitable frames and
Implementing the decision intelligence framework for a few key
models to perform and be calibrated to incorporate uncertainty
decision types takes less than twelve weeks. This significantly
into their assessments. Decision-makers must be able to assess
boosts
the problem-solving and the requisite authority and control to
practitioners and decision-making leaders.
the
organization’s
capability
for
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problem-solving
direct solution resources. All personnel should develop and
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Adopting a Pragmatic Decision Intelligence Framework Organizations seeking high operations and asset management performance will adopt this practical decision intelligence framework as a best practice to leverage improved decision-making to create more value by reducing that wicked villain, value leakage. The key to operational excellence results is more better decisions.
Paul Daoust, with over 25 years of experience in asset management and operational excellence in the energy sector, is the founder of Scio Asset Management Inc. He is dedicated to combating mediocrity through learning, coaching, advising, and consulting services, focusing on enterprise operational management framework solutions. Paul is a member of PEMAC as well as a leading Canadian and international advocate
Typical Decision Intelligence Framework Implementation Plan
for asset management in global communities.
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Advancing PEMAC’s Volunteer Program PEMAC is a member-driven organization
develop new leaders for PEMAC initiatives,
composed of professionals in the areas of
improve workflow, more evenly distribute
reliability,
asset
workload, and create a consistent and
management; it is a thought leader in these
cogent structure to document, support,
areas and that is the case due to the
retain and recognize the voluntary work
dedication
being done by members in support of
maintenance
and
commitment
and
of
members
• Master Data project • MMP Course Update projects • MoU and RFP Development Teams • Nominations Committee • PEMAC Awards Committee • PEMAC Competency Committee, and
volunteering their time to contribute to the
PEMAC.
advancement of the knowledge base- and
PEMAC formalized its volunteer program in
services-of the association.
the summer of 2022 based largely on input
PEMAC’s volunteers operated informally for
from existing volunteers, and within the
many years until it became evident that a
year, engaged over 100 volunteers who
formal program could benefit the association.
fulfilled over 120 volunteer positions on
PEMAC’s leaders recognized the need for a
over 30 PEMAC initiatives which include,
With
formal volunteer structure that would facilitate
• AMP
engaged volunteers, PEMAC not only
the systematic advancement of its strategic goals and objectives relating to building the capacity of the association, and broadening
Program
Design
and
Course
Update projects
• Asset Management for the Public Sector Committee
Certification Assessment Panel
• PEMAC Education Committee • Shared Learning Library Team (includes PEMAC Webcasters)
its initiatives. Every member contribution by a volunteer at PEMAC not only represents personal
and
professional
development
opportunities for members, it also furthers the association’s capacity to deliver value and achieve excellence in Canada and beyond.
International Volunteer Day 2023 Every
year,
December
International
Volunteer
occasion
pay
to
5th
Day
tribute
marks
(IVD),
to
an
volunteers
worldwide and to recognize the value of this
unprecedented
number
of
welcomed many new members into its community of active members, it also
volunteerism
in
advancing
peace
and
development. This year, we mark IVD by recognizing the power of collective action: if everyone did.
allowed the association to more effectively document, track and ultimately, achieve its
engagement of the membership by tracking and documenting of the number of volunteers
• GFMAM and WPiAM representatives
own strategic goals and objectives. It is
If everyone volunteered, the world would be
actually engaged in PEMAC initiatives as well
• GFMAM Asset Management Landscape
work that could only be realized by the
a better place.
Imagine more than eight
ongoing
billion
volunteering.
as the number of volunteer hours being
contributed by those volunteers. Even more, this volunteer structure could further enhance the capacity of the organization to identify and
Revision project
• Initiative Development • MainTrain Committee
engagement
of
dedicated,
committed and skilled volunteers. PEMAC
of
us
Limitless
possibilities for sustainable development –
takes every chance to be grateful for the many hours of time and effort given to
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Advancing PEMAC’s Volunteer Program food
and
education
for
everyone,
clean
environment and good health, inclusive and peaceful societies, and more. Volunteerism resource
is
for
an
enormous
social,
renewable
economic
and
environmental problem-solving throughout the world. As the world faces mounting challenges, volunteers are often the first to help. A network of diverse professionals addressing some of Canada's most important and costly issues by volunteering to generate pro-active, low-cost
solutions
maintenance
to
and
improve asset
reliability,
management
processes facing Canadian infrastructure and by doing so, enhance the lives of individuals, organizations and the communities they serve.
The Canadian Volunteer Landscape. Source: ILOSTATS.
Proudly on International Volunteer Day, we
engage in PEMAC initiatives drive the
innovative
recognize and celebrate the PEMAC volunteers
association's profession-influencing efforts to
ultimately impact the well-being of the public.
and
who dedicate their time and effort to position
enhance
You can make a difference. Just ask yourself,
reading our Volunteer Engagement Primer.
PEMAC as a leader in Asset Management in
organizations that seek
Canada and the world and we ask others to
associated with poor Maintenance and Asset
consider,
'What
if
everyone
did?’
The
professionals
and
in
turn
to lower costs
and
effective
solutions
that
To learn more about joining our proud, active engaged
volunteer
community
'What if I did?'
Management by collectively generating
contributions made by members who
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by
PEMAC Now Magazine Calls for Editor-in-Chief A Unique Opportunity to Elevate Maintenance and Asset Management PEMAC Now, is on the lookout for an Editor-
Your work will not only disseminate knowledge
in-Chief.
but also inspire collaboration, applied learning,
This
is
an
opportunity
for
Join Us in This Exciting Journey If you believe in the power of maintenance
professionals within the maintenance and
and leadership across the sector.
asset management community to contribute
Indirectly Impacting Communities
skills and experience to champion these
The role goes beyond managing a magazine.
fields, we invite you to join us. As the Editor-
It's about understanding how well-maintained
in-Chief of PEMAC Now, you will not only
and efficiently managed assets can lead to
oversee the creation of compelling content
Maintenance and asset management play a
safer, more sustainable, and prosperous
but also shape the conversation around
critical yet often understated role in the
communities. Whether it's through spotlighting
these vital sectors in Canada.
sustainability and efficiency of industries and
industry best practices or sharing expert
public services. As the new Editor-in-Chief of
insights, your editorial direction can play a part
PEMAC Now, you will have the unique
in driving positive change throughout Canada.
and asset management and want to use your
significantly to the field and indirectly impact communities across Canada.
A Platform to Showcase Importance
opportunity to bring these crucial topics into
Interested candidates are encouraged to learn more about this unique opportunity and how to apply by visiting Volunteer Central
on
PEMAC's
website:
pemac.org/volunteer
Who We Are Looking For
the spotlight. Your vision and leadership will help
highlight
transformative
innovative ideas,
and
practices, the
latest
developments that shape our world.
We seek a professional with a background in maintenance, reliability, or asset management, combined with editorial experience. Your
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passion for the field, coupled with a knack for
Contribute to PEMAC's Mission
storytelling and team leadership, will be key in
PEMAC, as an association, is dedicated to
driving PEMAC Now forward. This role is a
enabling excellence in maintenance, reliability,
volunteer
and asset management. By stepping into the
satisfaction and professional growth while
role of Editor-in-Chief, you will be directly
making a tangible difference in our industry.
position,
offering
immense
contributing to this mission.
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