A Nuance of Commissioning (Cx) Verification: The Addenda and Errata Dilemma

Written by: Ian B.D. McIntosh, PhD, CxM, UW–Madison InterPro and ianTEACH LLC   The commissioning (Cx) Process has a rich history extending back to the early 1980s, where Walt Disney used it for the Epcot …

Root Cause Analysis – An Underutilized Catalyst for Culture Change

Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is the process of identifying the source(s) of a problem to provide corresponding solutions at the root level. Often, this tool is limited to a specific aspect of the operation, however, by expanding RCA throughout your organization, you can prevent the reoccurrence of systemic issues. In this article from Jon Wellik, we cover three recommendations for sustaining a problem-solving culture in your team with RCA.

What Is the Online Classroom Like at UW?

When contemplating the pursuit of an online degree, a common concern arises: What will the online classroom experience be like? If you’ve had any less-than-stellar experiences with online learning in the past, rest assured that …

8 Tips to Prepare for Online Engineering Classes

The journey to securing admission to a graduate-level engineering program is certainly no small feat. It involves diligently researching engineering programs across the nation, submitting applications, and eagerly anticipating the universities’ decisions. Yet, each step …