Maureen Gribble with UE System

The conversation introduces three new podcasts under the Industrial Talk Podcast Network: "Ask Molly," focused on marketing and sales, "Business Beatitudes," on leadership virtues, and "The Human Patch," on cybersecurity. Maureen Gribble from UE Systems discusses her 14-year tenure with the company, emphasizing their ultrasound technology and customer support. She highlights the increasing presence of women in the industry and UE Systems' use of AI in their On Track system for predictive maintenance. The discussion also touches on the importance of marketing in the industry and the need for continuous innovation to address workforce shortages.

Action Items

• [ ] Connect with Maureen Gribble on LinkedIn
• [ ] Explore the possibility of adding a marketing track to the SMRP conference

Outline

Introduction of New Podcasts

• Scott introduces three new podcasts under the Industrial Talk Podcast Network: "Ask Molly," focused on marketing and sales, "Business Beatitudes," on leadership virtues, and "The Human Patch," on cybersecurity.
• "Ask Molly" aims to provide straight, jargon-free insights into marketing and sales from an industrial perspective.
• "Business Beatitudes" will discuss leadership virtues like generosity and humility and how they contribute to business success.
• "The Human Patch" will explore the human aspect of cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of human connections in cybersecurity efforts.

Welcome to Industrial Talk

• The platform celebrates industry professionals for their boldness, bravery, innovation, and problem-solving skills.
• Scott mentions the broadcast from the SMRP conference, emphasizing its importance for engineering, asset management, maintenance, and reliability professionals.
• The excitement of meeting people like Maureen Gribble is highlighted, with Scott expressing enthusiasm for the conversation.

Maureen Gribble's Background and Role

• Scott introduces Maureen Gribble, who works at UE Systems, and mentions her previous appearances on the show.
• Maureen shares her background, mentioning her 14 years at UE Systems and her involvement in the maintenance and reliability world since 2006.
• Scott and Maureen discuss the changes in the industry, noting the increased presence of women at the SMRP conference.
• Maureen emphasizes the importance of women in the industry and the need for them to step up and take on leadership roles.

UE Systems and Its Innovations

• Maureen explains that UE Systems manufactures and sells ultrasound technology, with over 50 years of experience in the field.
• The company focuses on providing the best ultrasound solutions for customers, emphasizing customer support and excellence.
• Maureen highlights the company's commitment to innovation, mentioning their latest technologies like ultrasound for auto and IoT solutions.
• The conversation touches on the importance of making technology user-friendly and ensuring it is not left unused.

Marketing and Technology in Industry

• Speaker 1 and Maureen discuss the challenges of marketing in the industry, noting that many companies do not do it well.
• Maureen mentions UE Systems' marketing team, led by Brittany Stover, and their efforts to stay current with new marketing trends.
• The conversation covers the impact of AI on search results, with Maureen noting the need for companies to adapt to new marketing strategies.
• Speaker 1 and Maureen agree on the importance of continuous innovation and marketing to stay relevant in the industry.

AI and Data Insights at UE Systems

• Maureen explains how UE Systems uses AI with their on-track system to analyze data from bearings and other assets.
• The company employs data scientists to interpret the data and provide valuable insights to customers.
• Scott and Maureen discuss the potential disruptions in the industry due to AI and data insights.
• The conversation highlights the importance of using technology to make operations more efficient and reduce the need for human resources.

Conclusion and Future Plans

• Scott and Maureen wrap up the conversation, emphasizing the importance of attending the SMRP conference and connecting with industry professionals.
• Maureen encourages listeners to connect with her on LinkedIn for further discussions.
• Scott reiterates the importance of the Industrial Talk Podcast Network and its three new podcasts: "Ask Molly," "Business Beatitudes," and "The Human Patch."
• The conversation ends with a call to action for listeners to stay bold, brave, and innovative in their respective fields.