Thanks for the past—looking ahead to new adventures
This is my final editorial as Editor-in-Chief of Maintworld Magazine.
As of January 2025, Jari Kostiainen has taken over the role, bringing fresh leadership to the publication. We’ve also restructured our editorial team, and I’m pleased to welcome back two familiar faces—Nina Garlo and Mia Heiskanen.
For me, this marks the conclusion of my full-time working life, though I won’t be stepping away from the maintenance scene entirely. I will continue contributing to Maintworld as a freelancer, and in my role as a Board Member of the European Federation of National Maintenance Societies (EFNMS), I remain well-positioned to follow the latest developments in maintenance and asset management. Over the years, my work in this field has evolved into a passion, enriched by a strong professional network and many valued friendships.
The Growing Importance of Asset Management
Asset management is becoming an increasingly critical focus for many companies. However, its full implications for maintenance professionals and production teams are still being defined.
Another key topic shaping the future of our industry is artificial intelligence (AI)—a subject we’ve covered extensively in our magazine. Whether AI will completely transform maintenance remains to be seen. Some have already raised concerns about unnecessary hype surrounding AI and its effects.
While AI and asset management are important, we must not overlook the fundamental skills essential to maintenance. After all, industries worldwide quite literally keep moving thanks to a thin layer of oil within machines, components, and moving parts. The expertise required to maintain these essential systems remains irreplaceable.
As I step into a new phase, I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all the colleagues, professionals, and friends I’ve had the privilege of working with over the years.
This issue will also feature an overview of Jari Kostiainen, who will be leading Maintworld into the future.
We continue to welcome your feedback and story ideas.
Jaakko Tennilä
Editor-in-Chief, Maintworld Magazine (until the end of 2024)
Jari Kostiainen
Editor-in-Chief, Maintworld Magazine (from 1.1.2025 onwards)
jari.kostiainen@kunnossapito.fi
