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Reliability Matters

Mike Konrad
Electronics Manufacturing
Electronic Assembly
Reliability
Artificial Intelligence
Electric Vehicles
PCB Fabrication
Electronic Assembly Industry
Sustainability
Contract Manufacturing
Reliability Engineering
Contamination
Automotive Industry
Indium Corporation
Aerospace Industry
PCB Design
Rework Process
Miniaturization
Battery Management Systems
Manufacturing
Batteries

Reliability Matters is a podcast on the subject of reliability of circuit assemblies. Reliability "best practices" and success stories are discussed. This podcast features interviews with experts in the electronic assembly industry.All electronic production segments which effect product reliability are on the table. This includes contamination, coating, cleanliness assessment, inspection, building... more

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What if your factory could predict failures before they happen, capture decades of human expertise, and make better decisions than ever before—without replacing the people who run it?

Today’s guest sits right at the intersection of innovation and in... more

When we talk about reliability, we usually focus on materials, processes, test methods, and standards.

But what if one of the most overlooked reliability risks is who is not at the table when engineering decisions are made?

Today’s episode focuses ... more

Artificial intelligence is being promoted as the next revolution in electronics manufacturing, but what happens when the people evaluating it aren’t traditional AI experts, aren’t software vendors, and aren’t selling anything?

Today’s conversation ... more

If a $26,000 drone repair can be done in the field—but policy says it has to be shipped back to the manufacturer, do you really have a reliability problem… or a repair access problem?

Today on the show, I’m joined by William Santos, International Sa... more

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Recent Guests

Bryan DeBois
Director of Industrial AI at RoviSys
RoviSys
Episode: Predict, Prevent, Produce: RoviSys' Bryan DeBois on Manufacturing's Al Future Episode 190
Kristen Eckart
Engineer with Lockheed Martin in high reliability environments
Lockheed Martin
Episode: From the Factory Floor to System Design: Why Women in STEM Matter with Kristen Eckart - Episode 189
William Santos
International Sales Manager at ABI Electronics and advocate for the Right to Repair movement
ABI Electronics
Episode: Readiness Through Repair: How the U.S Military is Strengthening Capabilities with Right to Repair - Episode 186
Trevor Galbraith
Publisher of Global SMT & Packaging
Global SMT & Packaging
Episode: Electronics Manufacturing Today: Pressures, Priorities, and the Path Forward With Trevor Galbraith - Episode 186
Michael Sivigny
SMT Productivity and Profit Strategist and owner and general manager of CeTaQ Americas
CeTaQ Americas
Episode: How Accuracy & Force Compliance Contribute to Better Quality & Reliability with Michael Sivigny
Jon Urquhart
Director of Global Applications Engineering at Precision Valve and Automation
Precision Valve and Automation (PVA)
Episode: Advances in Dispensing Automation and Thermal Management with PVA’s Jon Urquhart - Episode 184
Chintan Sataria
Founder of OpenJar
OpenJar
Episode: Preserving Knowledge,Advancing Reliability: A Reliability Matters Podcast Year-End Reflection - #183
Priyanka Bulgaria
Founder and CEO of Looper AI
Looper AI
Episode: Preserving Knowledge,Advancing Reliability: A Reliability Matters Podcast Year-End Reflection - #183
Robert Bulguski
President and Owner of Daytest
Daytest
Episode: Preserving Knowledge,Advancing Reliability: A Reliability Matters Podcast Year-End Reflection - #183

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Mike Konrad
Host of Reliability Matters; expert in cleaning, contamination control, and reliability best practices.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Amazing content

    This podcast channel is my absolute favorite channel to listen to when I'm driving or working out. Mike is a great host & I'm a fan of his show! He's been in the EMS industry for over 35 years. He brings in the experts to address topics related to reliability. Very informative channel.

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    Samy Nashabe
    United States4 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Appeals to both technical and procurement audiences seeking reliability improvements.
Shows are well-produced with a strong focus on education over sponsorship.
Guests are consistently top-tier experts, offering depth across materials, testing, and reliability.
The host's background in cleaning and contamination control informs a unique, technically rigorous angle.
Listeners praise the host's practical, industry-grounded approach and ability to extract actionable takeaways.

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From the Factory Floor to System Design: Why Women in STEM Matter with Kristen Eckart - Episode 189
Q: What advice would you give to women entering electronics manufacturing today?
Embrace the opportunity, join a supportive community, and seek mentors; the industry needs diverse perspectives and offers opportunities to contribute meaningfully across roles.
From the Factory Floor to System Design: Why Women in STEM Matter with Kristen Eckart - Episode 189
Q: What barriers did you notice as the only or among the few women in your classes, and how did that shape your approach to problem solving?
She describes needing to network, be creative, and build confidence through preparation and collaboration to overcome isolation and bias in male-dominated environments.
From the Factory Floor to System Design: Why Women in STEM Matter with Kristen Eckart - Episode 189
Q: Kirsten, what first pulled you toward engineering and STEM?
Her early curiosity sparked by memorable chemistry experiences, pivoting from biology to chemistry and then to mechanical engineering, driven by hands-on, dramatic moments that hooked her on science.
Readiness Through Repair: How the U.S Military is Strengthening Capabilities with Right to Repair - Episode 186
Q: Can you explain the connection between mission readiness and repair access?
William outlines that repairing equipment in the field ensures operational readiness especially during crises when traditional supply chains may face delays.
Readiness Through Repair: How the U.S Military is Strengthening Capabilities with Right to Repair - Episode 186
Q: From your perspective, when did repair stop being seen by OEMs as a capability and start being treated as a liability?
William explains that this shift occurred when the industry moved from bespoke solutions to commercial off-the-shelf products, making repairs more challenging and costly due to decreasing support and increased focus on profit.

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What is Reliability Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Reliability-focused conversations dive into the practical side of electronics manufacturing and circuit assembly reliability. Episodes frequently explore measurement and process controls, soldering materials, AI in manufacturing, contract manufacturing dynamics, and real-world field deployments—from factory floors to military and aerospace applications. A recurring emphasis on reliability best practices, data-driven decisions, and collaboration between suppliers, OEMs, and academia helps listeners improve yields, improve maintenance strategies, and understand how emerging technologies impact long-term product performance. The show often features engineers, researchers, and industry leaders who translate complex topics into actionable guidan... more

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1. Bryan DeBois
2. Kristen Eckart
3. William Santos
4. Trevor Galbraith
5. Michael Sivigny
6. Jon Urquhart
7. Chintan Sataria
8. Priyanka Bulgaria

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