Upon Further Inspection
Upon Further Inspection, the mechanical integrity podcast, uses engaging interviews to celebrate the people, stories, and real-world industrial reliability experiences.
Every episode explores topics that matter most to professionals in oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, and other process industries. Through in-depth conversations with industry experts, we discuss themes like continuous improvement, safety, technology advancements, compliance, risk-based inspection, and professional growth.
Upon Further Inspection
Why Some RBI Programs Fail While Others Flourish
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In this episode of Upon Further Inspection, we explore the most common missteps and best practices in RBI implementation, examining what separates programs that deliver lasting value from those that fall short. The discussion highlights the importance of defining clear goals before selecting technology, building a culture where risk-based language is spoken at every level of the organization, and avoiding tactical pitfalls around data inputs, corrosion circuit classification, and damage mechanism documentation.
Whether you’re launching a new RBI program, troubleshooting an existing one, or looking to push a mature program to the next level, this episode offers valuable insights on mindset, cultural adoption, disciplined execution, and the emerging role of AI and enterprise data in unlocking even greater value from your inspection investment.
- 00:00 Introduction to RBI Implementation
- 01:02 The Biggest Missteps: Wrong Motives and Poor Technology Selection
- 04:54 What the Best Programs Do Right
- 07:49 Cultural Buy-In: Speaking the Same Language Across the Organization
- 13:12 Champions, Ownership, and People-Driven Success
- 14:29 Tactical Pitfalls in RBI Implementation
- 19:35 Profiles of Success and Crossing the Chasm
- 24:44 The Next Frontier: AI, Machine Learning, and Enterprise Data
- 28:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Episode Acronyms & Abbreviations
- AI – Artificial Intelligence
- API – American Petroleum Institute
- DMR – Damage Mechanisms Review
- FCC – Fluid Catalytic Cracking
- MI – Mechanical Integrity
- NDE – Nondestructive Examination
- RBI – Risk-Based Inspection
- ROI – Return on Investment
- RT – Radiographic Testing
- SME – Subject Matter Expert
- SOHIC – Stress-Oriented Hydrogen Induced Cracking
- SRU – Sulfur Recovery Unit
- UT – Ultrasonic Testing
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