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This book is dedicated to all the people I have worked with to solve the problems described in each chapter. May the knowledge gained be of benefit to others facing similar challenges. There is light at the end of the tunnel.
Special thanks go to my wife, Gina, for being understanding and supportive of all the travel and time away from home required by this work.
Contents
Evaluate the Need for Intervention
Crew Team Meeting Exercise: Average Workday—Pick Out the Needed Improvements
The Key to Your Success: Your People
Establish Planning and Scheduling Priorities for Maintenance
Planning and Scheduling Guiding Principles
CHAPTER 6
Back to Basics
Monkeys in a Cage: Is a Culture Change Required?
Communication and Teamwork
Leadership Attributes
CHAPTER 7
True Partnership
Maintenance Coordinator/Production Assistant
Contractor/Client Productivity Coordinator
Scheduler
Planner
Material Coordinator
Maintenance Team Manager/Supervisor
Initial Insanity Cure Timeline
Notes
Schedule Performance Metrics
