Operate Intelligently Podcast

Friends of the podcast Bob and Tony are back with Brian to talk about the best ways to get organized for hurricane and general disaster preparedness, including creating a plan, documentation and more. In Episode 80, you’ll also learn about: Where to start with disaster preparedness Have a plan, know who needs to be involved, have a communications plan  Understanding your role in different situations (knowing who is in charge) Various phases of disaster prep and response  How your insurance carrier can help you with disaster prep Testing your plan with a dry run  Know what is needed for documentation and assign one person to this area How often you should evaluate your plan What equipment you can have ready for response SHOW NOTES: [Blog] Emergency Preparedness: 10 Questions You Must Ask Yourself [Blog] Disaster Preparedness: Are You Ready? [Blog] Hurricane Preparedness: Plan for the Worst [Podcas

Brian is joined by Forrest Cooper, Sales Manager of Technology Solutions at The Dude, to talk technology, specifically how to maximize engagement for your IT department. Listen in for tips to improving prioritization, collaboration and creating meaningful interactions around technology. SHOW NOTES: IT blog series: Chapter One, Two & Three Ep. 78 on EVP Box Elder County Case Study  Knox County School District Case Study  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Brian sits down with our CEO, Ed Roshitsh, to discuss our recent Employer Value Proposition (or EVP) initiative and what it means for employees, clients and other companies. SHOW NOTES: New Kind “Fusion” book Our Careers page Follow The Dude on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Allen Rathey of the Healthy Facilities Institute joins Brian and DK (David Kornegay) in the studio to discuss how operations professionals can make a business case for healthier facilities and improve environments for all of us. SHOW NOTES: Healthy Facilities Institute website Healthy Facility Handbook Green Cleaning Tactics blog post Making a Business Case for Healthy Schools blog post Ventilation study  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join this interesting conversation between Host Brian and Paul Lachance, our Senior Manufacturing Advisor, about the Internet of Things (or IoT) and how it's impacting facility management.  SHOW NOTES: IIoT video Guide to IoT's Manufacturing Maintenance Transformation  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bobby Knell and TJ Bingham join Brian in the studio to talk about our corporate giving program: Good Dude. They talk through recent projects and even give tips for getting a corporate volunteer program started at your organization. SHOW NOTES: More about the Good Dude Good Dude pictures on Instagram  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're back with part 2 of the Education Operations Health Index review for Brian, Jed and Earl to discuss interesting insights on IoT, events and energy. If you haven't caught Part 1 yet, make sure you listen to that one first! In Episode 74, you'll learn more about: IoT and smart devices within maintenance  How data is being leveraged in maintenance  How IoT is being adopted in education Trends in predictive maintenance What surprised us about the OHI survey results How event management processes are changing with technology Energy management and utility cost trends How to use the OHI to get more resources SHOW NOTES: Operations Health Index Report OHI Infographics: Higher Education & K-12 OHI Webinar  Email us at dspodcast@dudesolutions.com with any comments or suggestions!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information

Our new podcast host, Brian McDonald, is joined by Jed DeGroote and Earl Laing to discuss the highlights and interesting findings from our 2018 Education Operations Health Index. This week, they're focusing in on maintenance, including corrective, preventive and deferred.In Episode 73, you'll also learn about: What the OHI is Why we survey operations professionals to create this index each year Trends in corrective, preventive and deferred maintenance How organizations can see ROI on PM New strategies for implementing PM  Successful maintenance strategies for operations leaders How deferred maintenance differs from K-12 to higher education SHOW NOTES: Operations Health Index Report OHI Infographics: Higher Education & K-12 OHI Webinar  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bob is joined by our podcast producer, Grace Flack, to highlight World FM Day and talk about how much we owe to facility managers and the critical work they do.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today on the podcast, we have a special guest: OSHA, more specifically Wanda Lagoe, Bureau Chief of the Education, Training and Technical Assistance Bureau at the N.C. Department of Labor. She joins Bob and Tony to talk about what you need to know about OSHA, important new standards and free resources you can use in your daily work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

DK is back in the studio with Bob and Tony to talk about how to get that new idea or initiative to be successful for your organization as a whole. Catch up on the previous 3 Rules of 3 episode if you haven't before diving into this one.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

DK (aka David Kornegay aka "The Mayor" or Community Director at Dude Solutions) joins Bob to talk about his recent presentation at Dude University on Rolling Out New Initiatives. They cover three rules of three for implementing new ideas and making sure they stick. Check back in a few weeks for part two on this topic!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have two very distinguished guests on the podcast this week, Kent Hudson, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Dude Solutions, and Ed Roshitsh, CEO. Join Bob and these two for an important discussion about next steps for the company and to celebrate the SchoolDude brand graduating to Dude Solutions. In Episode 68, you'll also learn: How SchoolDude got started in 1999 How our focus on education solutions grew and expanded to other markets What's next for the coming with using data and mobile technology What SchoolDude will now be known as in the Dude Solutions Family What won't be changing with this move (legendary service, innovation, etc.) Check out our new website, too!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One of our Applications Engineers at Dude Solutions joins Bob and Tony to talk about new topics, trends and technology in the IT space, as well as how the department can connect more effectively with facilities.  In Episode 67, you'll also learn: Aligning the challenges of IT departments and facilities How many IT departments saw an increase in their budget...and how many didn't How automation is impacting the technology world What we can do about the increase in technology How the technology landscape is changing in schools Why now IT professionals are having to show what they are using grant money and other resources for How new devices and technology impact the solutions we offer About handling BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policies Better understanding the total cost of ownership with technology and devices Change in E-Rate funding Advice for avoiding scams online  SHOW NOTES Automation Infographic 

A special guest, Josh Peach, joins Bob and Tony to talk a bit about what he does as the Evangelist for Dude Solutions and practical ways we can stay positive in the midst of our day-to-day work and life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Learn how to pick a contractor, what to look for on the invoice and more for creating good relationships with your contractors.In Episode 65, you’ll also learn:·       The difference between low bidding and competitive bidding·       What you should be looking for on your invoice·       How to be reasonable with contractors·       Negotiating for regular hours costs and after hours costs·       What is a Group Purchasing Organization and how can they help you·       Why value doesn’t equal cost with contracts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Despite the snowy weather and freezing temperatures, Bob and Tony are back with some timely tips for emergency preparedness. They discuss how you can prepare for the worst and make sure your emergency plans are actionable all year long, no matter what comes your way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bob and Tony are back on the podcast to celebrate the New Year and share how you can make goals (instead of resolutions) that are SMART and attainable. Listen in to learn more about developing successful goals personally and professionally with their helpful tips. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Give a warm welcome to Ed Roshitsh, a new voice to the podcast and the new CEO of Dude Solutions. Listen in to learn more about Ed (the runner, reader and writer), his pickup truck, hobbies, as well as his vision for our company and clients with some interesting thoughts on change management. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’re joined today by Martyn Buffler, Senior Advisor for Healthcare at Dude Solutions, to talk about the part that maintenance has to play within patient care at healthcare organizations. Whether you’re a healthcare operations professional or just interested as a healthcare consumer, there is plenty for you to learn. Also, find out how Tony’s surprise trip to Disney with his kids went! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.