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Discover maintenance management insights, CMMS best practices, and industry trends to optimize your operations and reduce downtime.

7 Enterprise Asset Management Software Best Practices That Cut Costs by 20%

A seasoned expert's guide to EAM software best practices. Learn how to leverage CMMS for preventive maintenance, inventory control, and compliance to cut costs.

Enterprise Asset Management Software vs CMMS: Which Does Your Organization Need?

An expert breakdown comparing EAM and CMMS to help facility and maintenance managers decide which software best fits their operational needs and strategic goals.

Enterprise Asset Management Software: Complete Buyer's Guide for 2025

An expert's guide to selecting EAM and CMMS software in 2025. Learn to define your maintenance strategy, evaluate core features, and ensure successful implementation.

From Spreadsheets to CMMS: Complete Migration Guide

A practical guide for facility and maintenance managers on migrating from spreadsheets to a modern CMMS. Covers data preparation, team buy-in, and implementation pitfalls to avoid.

QR Code Asset Tagging: Faster Than Barcode Scanning for CMMS?

An expert analysis comparing QR codes and barcodes for CMMS asset tagging, focusing on speed, data, and real-world use for maintenance teams.

Maintenance KPIs That Actually Matter: Beyond MTBF and MTTR

Ditch the vanity metrics. Discover the maintenance KPIs that truly drive reliability, reduce costs, and prove the value of your facility maintenance team.

Planned Maintenance Percentage: Industry Benchmarks and How to Improve

A practical guide for maintenance professionals on understanding planned maintenance percentage benchmarks, diagnosing performance gaps, and implementing strategies to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

CMMS Dashboard Examples: 12 Reports Every Maintenance Manager Needs

A practical guide for facility and maintenance managers on the 12 essential CMMS dashboard reports needed to optimize work orders, improve maintenance strategy, and cut costs.

Maintenance Audit Checklist: Ensure OSHA Compliance with CMMS

A seasoned maintenance pro's guide to building a comprehensive maintenance audit checklist. Learn how a CMMS is essential for documenting safety protocols, tracking compliance, and avoiding costly OSHA violations.

Why Your CMMS Adoption Rate Is Low (and How to Fix It)

A seasoned expert's take on why CMMS adoption fails and the practical steps to fix it, focusing on user buy-in, simplicity, and mobile-first strategies.

Cloud CMMS vs On-Premise: Total Cost of Ownership Breakdown

An expert breakdown of the total cost of ownership (TCO) for cloud vs. on-premise CMMS, helping facility managers see beyond the sticker price.

Equipment Lifecycle Management: Extend Asset Life by 25% With CMMS

A deep dive for facility maintenance professionals on how a modern CMMS is the key to true Equipment Lifecycle Management, extending asset life and cutting costs.

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