Maintenance by Algorithm: Thiago Bretas' Journey in Creating Predictive Models for Complex Infrastructures

This article presents the innovative career of Thiago Muniz Bretas, a Brazilian engineer recognized for his pioneering work in predictive maintenance within complex infrastructure environments. With over 20 years of experience in electrical engineering and operational reliability, Bretas combines technical expertise with data-driven strategies to develop intelligent models that optimize performance, prevent failures, and ensure continuity in critical systems such as corporate buildings, television studios, and energy plants. His trajectory includes high-impact projects in Brazil — like the retrofit of Estúdios Globo — and his current leadership at TechnipFMC in Houston, where he applies predictive algorithms to industrial maintenance. The article highlights his unique hybrid profile, blending engineering, automation, and analytics, and explores the long-term value of his work in promoting sustainable, efficient, and resilient infrastructures.