Jim Humphries
Vice President, Technology, Operations & Maintenance
Fluor Corporation

Jim Humphries has spent over twenty five years in operations and maintenance. He has inspired step-change improvements in manufacturing, purchasing, materials management, quality, maintenance, engineering, human relations, training and marketing.

Abstract

Maintenance & Reliability - Strategies for Competitive Advantage
A recent study of plants with the highest reliability and lowest maintenance costs in their industries revealed three differentiating characteristics. This presentation will discuss how industrial facilities can apply results of this study to create a sustainable competitive advantage. Also presented will be an approach proven by Fluor for integrating the competitive strategies into the operations of new plants.