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SHIFT LOG Weekly Tip #3

Applying FMEA in SAP APM Getting to know Failure Mode and Effect Analysis in Under 5 Minutes.

In this episode of SHIFTLog Weekly Tips, Deepal Ratnayaka explains how Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) is supported within SAP Asset Performance Management (APM) to improve asset reliability and decision-making. FMEA is a methodical approach used to examine failure modes and understand their impact. This video highlights how SAP APM supports the full FMEA process — from risk evaluation to recommendations and strategy updates.

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SHIFT LOG Weekly Tip #4

SHIFTLog Weekly Tip #4: Dynamic Forms in SAP Service and Asset Manager (SSAM) Smarter Field Execution in Under 6 Minutes.

In this episode of SHIFTLog Weekly Tips, Deepal Ratnayaka walks through how Dynamic Forms work inside SAP Service and Asset Manager (SSAM), helping technicians carry out structured recording such as safety checks, and work feedback directly within SSAM. Dynamic Forms are built for flexibility and simplicity, allowing each client to reflect their unique documentation needs without custom development.

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SHIFT LOG Weekly Tip #6

SHIFTLog Weekly Tip #6: From SAP GUI to Fiori: How SAP Is Making Usability a Priority

In this episode of SHIFTLog Weekly Tips, we look at the evolving user experience in SAP, specifically the move from SAP GUI to the modern Fiori interface. For decades, SAP’s power came with catering to complex business needs. Now, with the introduction of Fiori, SAP is delivering a more usable, intuitive environment built for the way people work.

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SHIFT LOG Weekly Tip #11

SHIFTLog Weekly Tip #11: Still emailing contractors? SAP BNAC does it better. Transform Third-Party Maintenance with SAP BNAC

In this episode, we explain how SAP Business Network Asset Collaboration (BNAC) streamlines subcontractor work by integrating asset owners, service providers, and OEMs on a single platform. Emails and attachments often lead to missed updates and inefficiency. SAP BNAC offers structured, real-time collaboration for better maintenance outcomes.

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SHIFT LOG Weekly Tip #12

SHIFTLog Weekly Tip #12: Drowning in Master Data? SAP BNAC Lightens the Load

In this episode, Deepal Ratnayaka explores how SAP Business Network Asset Collaboration (BNAC) enhances equipment onboarding by connecting asset operators with OEMs in real time. Manual entry of equipment data often leads to incomplete records, missing documentation, and limited visibility for maintenance planning. SAP BNAC solves this by enabling structured, automated data sharing between manufacturers and operators — improving data quality and speeding up onboarding.

About the Presenter:

Deepal Ratnayaka, Director, SAP EAM Practice - AG Consultancy & Apps Ltd

Deepal Ratnayaka is the Director of SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) at AG Consultancy & Apps Ltd. With decades of experience in SAP, he brings deep expertise and strategic insight to solving complex EAM challenges across industries like Energy, Petrochemicals, and Utilities. Known for delivering innovative, real-world solutions, Deepal helps organisations improve operations and achieve sustainable growth. His collaborative leadership style and focus on continuous improvement make him a trusted advisor to clients and teams.

A passionate technologist, Deepal is always exploring new ideas to drive better outcomes. Outside of work, he finds creative inspiration in astrophotography.

We live in a time of remarkable technological and engineering breakthroughs. Every day, advancements in hardware and software redefine what’s possible. Yet, despite all this progress, there’s often a gap before these innovations reach the engineers and maintenance teams who need them most. Sometimes it’s about budgets, but more often, it’s about trust—trust in the tools, the processes, and the effort it takes to make them work. The result? People doing some of the hardest and riskiest jobs are left without the resources that could make their work easier, safer, and less stressful.

We deeply care about and understand this. We believe IT can meaningfully lighten the load for engineers and maintenance teams—not by claiming to solve every problem but by offering practical ways to make the day-to-day a little better. Technology should serve people, not just as a means to efficiency but as a way to genuinely improve their lives.

That’s why we started this podcast. It’s a place to talk openly about the challenges these teams face, share real stories, and explore practical ways technology can help. It’s about building connections, learning from one another, and finding ways to bridge the gap together. We’ll also talk about SAP Enterprise Asset Management and where it fits in, but at its core, this podcast is about supporting the people who make it all happen