In this episode of the ABB Solutions Podcast, host Mike Murphy is joined by Randy Stevens, North American Training Manager for Automation Solutions. They discuss the importance of team building, from defining roles and setting clear goals to staying aligned and motivated, especially in remote settings. Randy shares insights from his military background, emphasizing discipline, respect, and execution as keys to team success. Tune in to hear insights on:

· Getting to Know Your Team: Why understanding individual strengths and weaknesses builds better collaboration.

· Clear Objectives & Defined Roles: Preventing misalignment through consistent communication and shared goals.

· Maintaining Engagement: How regular check-ins and project cadences can keep momentum strong.

· Lessons from the Military: Discipline, respect, and execution are timeless traits of successful teams.

· Remote Team Building: Shifting focus from time-based to results-based performance.

· Serving the Greater Good: Encouraging a mindset prioritizing team success over individual gain.

References

If you would like to attend a training, head over to our U.S. Drives & PAC Automations Solutions Training page.

Interested in learning more about ABB Drives? Join our Tech Tuesday webinars where our experts tackle topics from improving efficiency and reliability to solving maintenance issues.

Podcast 1: ABB Drive Training – enhancing knowledge with the latest technologies: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/15417875

Podcast 2: Training with ABB, maximizing your learning potential: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/15504472

Podcast 3: Training with ABB Project management – scope, scheduling and resources defined: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/15697913

Podcast 4: Training With ABB – Continuous Improvement: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/15743022

Podcast 5: Training With ABB – Mastering Presentations: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/15980063

Podcast 6: Training With ABB – An Approach to Safety: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/16172707

Podcast 7: ACS8080 5 Year Packaged Solutions: https://abbsolutionspodcast.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/17088596

Join host Mike Murphy as he welcomes back Jose Simpson, U.S. Product Marketing Manager for Medium Voltage Drives at ABB, and Vijay Anand, Service Agreements and Digital Offering Manager at ABB. In this episode, they dive into ABB's next-generation medium voltage drive platform, the ACS8080, and its new supporting package offerings. Tune in to hear insights on:

• The Launch of ACS8080
• ABB Motion OneCare
• The Five-Year Premium Warranty
• Partnered Performance vs. Maximize Performance Service Bundles
• The Value of Data Sharing
• Ensuring Long-Term Reliability

ABB Motion OneCare Service Agreements

ACS8080 News Release

Preventive Maintenance Services

Learning Center MV Drives

MotionOneCare

In this episode of the ABB Solutions Podcast, host Mike Murphy is again joined by Randy Stevens, North American Training Manager for Automation Solutions at ABB. The conversation continues around continuous improvement and project management, focusing on integrity, consistency, and Randy’s “Say What You Do and Do What You Say” philosophy. This episode dives into how trust, accountability, and communication play key roles in personal and professional success. Tune in to hear insights on:

• Trust & Integrity in Action: Why following through on commitments, big or small, matters more than ever.
• Practical Tools for Accountability: Leveraging simple tech like your phone’s Notes app or to-do list to stay on track.
• Reliability as a Character Trait: Reliability builds stronger workplace relationships and team cohesion.
• Building Consistency: Reliability isn’t part-time — it’s an all-the-time mindset.
• Handling Mistakes: Owning up, communicating clearly, and using missteps as opportunities to improve.
• Reestablishing Trust: How to recover when things fall through and the importance of transparency in the process.

If you would like to attend a training, head over to our U.S. Drives & PAC Automations Solutions Training page.

Interested in learning more about ABB Drives? Join our Tech Tuesday webinars, where our experts tackle topics ranging from improving efficiency and reliability to solving maintenance issues.

Podcast: Maximizing your learning potential

Podcast: Mastering Presentations

Podcast: Continuous Improvement

Podcast: Training Metrics

Join host Mike Murphy as he welcomes back Randy Stephens, North American Training Manager for Automation Solutions at ABB, in this episode of the ABB Solutions Podcast. Together, they discuss the critical topic of integrity, its significance, and how it builds trust in the workplace. Tune in to hear insights on:

• Integrity as an “All-the-Time” Principle: Why consistency in actions is essential for maintaining trust.
• Transparency and Trust: The crucial role transparency plays in building and sustaining trust within teams.
• Consistency and Leadership: How consistency reinforces integrity and promotes more decisive leadership.
• Handling Sensitive Information: Practical strategies for staying honest while dealing with confidential matters.
• The Long-Term Impact of Keeping Your Word: How following through on commitments fosters lasting professional relationships.

If you would like to attend training, visit our U.S. Drives & PAC Automations Solutions Training page.

Interested in learning more about ABB Drives? Join our Tech Tuesday webinars, where our experts tackle topics ranging from improving efficiency and reliability to solving maintenance issues.

Podcast: Maximizing your learning potential

Podcast: Continuous Improvement

Podcast: Training Metrics

Did you attend IPPE this year? IPPE – the International Production & Processing Expo – is the world’s largest display of technology, equipment, supplies and services used in the production and processing of eggs, meat and poultry and those involved in feed manufacturing. Join Mike Murphy, Randall Sorrels, and Brandon Canclini as they discuss sanitation standards, energy efficiency and the latest advancements in motor technology for the food and beverage industry including the all-new Food Safe SP5+ motor.

Food safety and technological advances in electric motors

Meat, Poultry, & Seafood

Poultry Farming

Agriculture

Understanding the Future of Food & Beverage

Join host Mike Murphy as he sits down once again with Randy Stevens, North American Training Manager for Automation Solutions at ABB. In this episode, they explore the significance of training metrics and how measuring success can lead to continuous improvement. Tune in to hear insights on:

• Understanding Business Processes: How knowing your sales, marketing, and training processes can help define your key metrics.
• Employee Development: Tracking employee growth and ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Basic vs. Advanced Training: Addressing the demand for both foundational training for new employees and specialized training for seasoned staff.
• Free vs. Paid Training: The pros and cons of each and the ROI considerations for both.
• Training Metrics in Action: The tools and technology to track progress and optimize results for better performance.

If you would like to attend a training, head over to our U.S. Drives & PAC Automations Solutions Training page.

Interested in learning more about ABB Drives? Join our Tech Tuesday webinars where our experts tackle topics from improving efficiency and reliability to solving maintenance issues.

ABB Drive Training – enhancing knowledge with the latest technologies
Training with ABB, maximizing your learning potential
Training with ABB Project management – scope, scheduling and resources defined
Training With ABB – Continuous Improvement
Training With ABB – Mastering Presentations
Training With ABB – An Approach to Safety

Training with ABB - Development Costs and ROI

Join host Mike Murphy as he welcomes Tanner Knecht, Local Product Group Manager for ABB in the U.S., to explore ABB's powerful packaging solutions for energy-intensive industries like chemicals, oil and gas, metals, and mining. This episode covers ABB’s extensive product range from 500 to 60,000 horsepower, the long sales cycles that span up to 10 years, and ABB’s unique approach to managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders. Tanner shares insights on ABB's seamless project execution and ongoing support, with real-world examples from LNG facilities to jet engine test stands, illustrating ABB's reliability and efficiency in demanding applications.

Product Packaging
Power Studies and Consulting

Join host Mike Murphy as he welcomes Randy Stevens, North American Training Manager for Automation Solutions, back to the ABB Solutions Podcast. In this episode, Mike and Randy discuss developmental costs and return on investment in project management.

Tune in to learn more about:

• How to track and break down costs associated with training and business projects.
• How to efficiently categorize costs and manage expenses.
• Strategies for calculating return on investment and setting break-even points.
• How clear financial planning can determine whether a project moves forward or is abandoned.

If you would like to attend a training, head over to our U.S. Drives & PAC Automations Solutions Training page.

Interested in learning more about ABB Drives? Join our Tech Tuesday webinars where our experts tackle topics from improving efficiency and reliability to solving maintenance issues.

Podcast 1: ABB Drive Training – enhancing knowledge with the latest technologies
Podcast 2: Training with ABB, maximizing your learning potential
Podcast 3: Training with ABB Project management – scope, scheduling and resources defined
Podcast 4: Training With ABB – Continuous Improvement
Podcast 5: Training With ABB – Mastering Presentations
Podcast 6: Training With ABB – An Approach to Safety