CMMS Pundit

Maintenance Software: Don't let the 'Mob Rule' in your Facility

2009-08-06T18:18:12Z

We've all heard a lot about 'mob rule' in the news lately. Those of us out here working for a living are hearing that either angry and frustrated citizens, or mobs depending on your point of view, are giving some Washington lawmakers grief over the current healthcare debate. Hmmm... sounds like more of the same from that place.

Meantime, on the national economic front lines are the business warriors trying to shield their facilities and plants from the effects of the recession and limit any losses that could occur due to lower sales and plant inefficiencies. These people certainly are not a 'mob.' These people are us.

'Mob rule' is a pretty strong term

Let's face it; 'mob rule' is synonymous with anarchy, chaos and disorder. That kind of atmosphere rarely reigns at any plant or facility in the United States at least. But confusion sometimes does. Not misrule, but lack of organization. You know the circumstance. Some departments don't communicate very well. One hand is tasked with activities that directly impinge on the activities of the other. That happens.

One area specifically, maintenance management often finds itself at cross purposes with production scheduling and equipment purchasing preferences. Consequently, proper preventive maintenance cannot be accomplished because the line needs to keep moving. Or, new machinery is purchased based upon price bids which do not reflect future costs based on real-life experience.

Maintenance Software is the answer

MAPCON Technologies, Inc. has created some of the finest maintenance software anywhere. Mapcon has been serving maintenance professionals by providing outstanding maintenance management software for over 25 years. That's a lot of experience!

Most maintenance professionals realize that their facility needs to be governed by standards and procedures that ensure the long term health and viability of plant assets and equipment. Their job is to keep maintenance costs low by applying active preventive maintenance practices and deploying standardized equipment of proven maintenance reliability. They know they must control parts and repair costs through prudent planning. That's why thousands of government and commercial facilities across the globe from White Sands, New Mexico to Abu Dubai, UAE employ MAPCON maintenance software.

Enterprise-Wide Asset Management ensures order and stability

We're not a big fan of mob rule government or just simply too much government interference in any event. We do need good government. Sometimes people prefer a lot of regulation. Sometimes though, government sows its own special level of confusion and turmoil. Be that as it may. Our job is to make the facility run like clockwork, whether or not the government's hand is apparent. That requires order and stability. It requires a high-level of reliability that can only be achieved through quality enterprise-wide asset management.

So, maintenance software is an essential element in managing large plants or multi-location facilities. MAPCON maintenance software is designed to work right 'out of the box,' or can be customized for the facility application required. MAPCON maintenance software can be deployed as a Web-based (rich Internet) application accessible by any authorized User from any computer across a far-flung geography or from a Network-based application by authorized workstation Users.

MAPCON shields your facility from any hint of 'mob rule'

MAPCON maintenance software provides premier Computerized Maintenance Management System software for facilities and industry interested in a comprehensive full-featured maintenance management software package without a budget-breaking price tag. Time to get control of things? Contact MAPCON Technologies today!

The Affordable Health Care Option for Industrial Plant & Equipment

2009-07-07T19:43:11Z

So the career problem-solvers in Washington, D.C. are trying to figure out how to provide millions of human beings access to comprehensive health care without spending too much over a trillion and half dollars. We wish them good luck with that. But, it does seem like a task designed for politicians by politicians. And, maybe media pundits.

Maintenance Software is the right prescription for controlling operating costs

On the other hand, we want to report that an affordable 'health care' option is available for your facility assets, plant and equipment. MAPCON's comprehensive Maintenance Software ensures intelligent preventive maintenance schedules are met while keeping buildings and machinery healthy and running in top-notch condition.

Listen, everyone in the country knows that keeping costs low while maintaining efficient productivity are fundamental elements for any successful organization. Nothing approaches the unhealthy negative effects on these factors more than equipment downtime and unscheduled repairs. Well, of course, we're not mentioning direct interference from our friends around the Beltway. That's another matter altogether.

MAPCON Maintenance Software packages are easy-to-use and affordable

MAPCON Preventive Maintenance Software packages are full-featured Work Order and Preventive Maintenance,S CMMS Maintenance Software systems integrating Asset Management, Inventory, Purchasing and PDA Technology.

MAPCON Maintenance Software lets you plan regular maintenance tasks and procedures to prevent costly downtime while reducing costs due to lost productivity. At the same time MAPCON's Maintenance Software allows you to document emergency repairs, contractor costs and any other activities related to asset management. MAPCON Preventive Maintenance Software packages handle the critical task of alerting you when maintenance is due. Maintenance work is described in detail and critical areas highlighted and work orders are generated automatically. MAPCON Maintenance Software is all about affordable health care for plant and equipment.

Best of all, industrial plant and equipment health care pays for itself

Of course, that's the crux of the situation. How can we pay for 'universal health care'? Well there's the Washington way: tax, tax and tax some more. Then, there's our solution: Keep our Maintenance Software prices affordable, provide a very effective maintenance management tool and, most importantly, drive out expenditures for unscheduled downtime and unexpected repairs. In fact, the ROI for MAPCON Maintenance Software can sometimes be counted in the millions of dollars!

Government Ownership, Chapter 11 and CMMS

2009-05-27T17:47:26Z

I know you're asking, 'What have these subjects to do with each other?' A lot, actually. Or, nothing, more precisely. Well, okay, it depends really.

The economy is not doing particularly well right now. As a consequence, the Government has leapt resolutely onto the stage to save thousands of jobs and entire industries from the ravages of financial contraction and not a few bad decisions. This assistance is sometimes paltry; just a few billion dollars. In other instances, they provide somewhat more, including real money, public advice, behind-the-scenes direction and an outright ownership stake. Unfortunately, then may come a Chapter 11 filing because this is government assistance, which is not so much.

CMMS is the wonder software for businesses operating in a weak economy

So?

Exactly. So! Computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) can save the day helping to avoid government intervention. Yes it can. CMMS, or sophisticated maintenance software, salvages profitability, raises productivity and helps to preserve the bottom line for the corporate investors. All that.

And, supposing your plant and equipment are not under any immediate threat of government salvation? Thank goodness. Here lies promise and opportunity. CMMS (maintenance software) provides a significant return on investment for two main reasons:

CMMS ensures a professional preventive maintenance process throughout the operation resulting in reduced downtime for machinery and equipment which, of course, increasing overall plant efficiency; and,
CMMS can significantly lower two major maintenance costs, inventory and contractor payments. Asset maintenance software eliminates guesswork in the ordering process for parts and stock inventory. Managed maintenance also limits expensive contractors by keeping critical repairs in-house.

MAPCON Technologies, Inc., has been in the CMMS business for over 25 years

Every field of endeavor has its clear leaders, right? There are others at work in the CMMS field. Some of our competitors are pretty good too. But, we can safely say that MAPCON provides the premier CMMS in use for facilities and industry.

The best news is that MAPCON CMMS applications are not expensive. So, the business' upfront investment is relatively modest and the ROI potential is huge. MAPCON engineers have developed three principal CMMS maintenance software applications:

MAPCON Jemms is their rich-internet, enterprise-level asset maintenance management entry for large organizations with a need for a Web-based approach to CMMS;
MAPCON Professional is a comprehensive system-based GUI-interface CMMS packed with functionality and setting the standard against which the competition is measured; and,
MAPCON Lite is a feature-rich CMMS designed for smaller operations or those just beginning to implement CMMS into their organization. Lite pricing starts at just $495.

CMMS can keep your organization in the black

Listen, most of us might be tempted to take a massive injection of taxpayer dollars if it were offered. After all, politicians have been doling out federal money to favored constituents since the beginning of the Republic. But, our preference is determine our own salary and benefits based upon our success in a competitive environment. And, frankly, creating outstanding CMMS maintenance software is an essential part of that success. So, no Chapter 11, no government ownership, just CMMS for us. How about you?

Why not download a no obligation, full-featured Evaluation of any of our CMMS applications right now?

CMMS - Your Inoculation Against a Plant Maintenance 'Pandemic'

2009-05-05T21:05:30Z

The news media and certain of our friends holding public office in Washington, D.C. have recently reacted to the regretful news of H1N1 Flu outbreak in Mexico by providing, well, 'ample' warning for the citizens of the United States. In fact, the folks over at the World Health Organization were preparing to issue the planet its highest alert for worldwide pandemic. Whew! Meantime, the great communicators started the flood of information by first referring to the impending catastrophe as the "Swine" Flu. According to some accounts, this resulted in an immediate 30% drop in sales of pork at the local supermarket meat counter. What a debacle.

CMMS, "Computerized Maintenance Management System" Software, could save the day

Most business managers are not 'ill.' They can clearly recognize what constitutes a real threat to business profitability and what might be manufactured hype. In the meantime, they are trying to skillfully maneuver their organizations through a tough recession. If they are among those lucky enough to avoid having to swallow some government-mandated business prescription, they still have a tremendous responsibility to keep their organization assets and operation healthy and running as smoothly as the economy permits.

CMMS, or computerized maintenance management system software, is not a new concept in this regard. However, like 'hand washing' in a childcare facility, it's a basic, absolute necessity. CMMS provides a critical, one-of-a-kind tool for maintenance managers charged with controlling unscheduled downtime while lowering inventory, material and contractor costs. Without a doubt, a professional CMMS can lower operational costs dramatically.

While 'sanitizing' the operation of any inefficiencies and profit-draining expenditures, CMMS has the added benefit of immediately increasing productivity health. Focused work scheduling and planning keeps equipment online and maintained properly. It avoids the panic of rushing crews and contractors to emergency breakdowns which bring line personnel and output to a grinding halt. CMMS is proactive, not reactive. Implemented properly, CMMS represents a major time and cost savings to the organization's bottom line.

All CMMS Software is not created equal when it comes to maintenance management

CMMS Software applications are now widely available. Thankfully for the maintenance manager, there are more than a few CMMS software applications to choose from.

On the other hand, we are all learning the lessons of purchasing items from less-than-perfect sources situated across vast oceans in lands without much quality control. We know, for instance, that some products provided by foreign sources can provide a significant up-front cost savings over domestic suppliers. But, it's always 'buyer beware.' A lot of hype can make a pandemic seem possible, but only years of expert experience can produce a truly powerful CMMS Software application.

MAPCON CMMS is designed for forward-thinking and innovative maintenance management professionals. In fact, our CMMS has a solution for an array of operational configurations including, multiple locations, Internet-based maintenance management, customized interface and even start-up maintenance management. MAPCON is safe and reliable because we've been implementing CMMS in facilities and industry for over 25 years! When it's time to protect your physical plant and equipment against invidious downtime and costly unanticipated repairs, we recommend MAPCON CMMS Software.

MAPCON CMMS - A wise investment with an immediate, measureable ROI

Finally, MAPCON CMMS is an affordable investment. Starting as low as $495 for MAPCON Lite to under $10,000 for an Enterprise-Level CMMS (MAPCON Jemms), or our comprehensive MAPCON Professional starting around $3,200, MAPCON CMMS is priced right. Why not get started today? Feel free to download a no obligation, full-featured Evaluation of any of our CMMS applications today!

Preventive Maintenance Software Earns Carbon Credits

2009-05-01T18:58:01Z

There's a new era sweeping across the Land. A new leader has passed the 100-Day mark in Washington, D.C. A new central governing philosophy is firmly rooting itself among the power elite. Global warming is pretty much a done deal and resistance to the idea of man-made environmental disaster is considered by many to be a sign of a 'flat-earth' mentality. Most business people we know are smart enough to think for themselves, but even big oil now urgently advertises its investments in alternative energy technology. 'Green' has arrived.

Preventive Maintenance Software provides an excellent way to earn Carbon Credits.

Yes it does. Really.

Okay, we're not scientists. We don't know a heck of a lot about carbonology. Truth is, only our illustrious senators, congresspersons, Hollywood actors and university students really do. And in this day and age that's all that matters. If they say it's so, who are we to argue? Besides, our friends in the media consider it very impolitic to put forth viewpoints at variance with the government and they might say discouraging things about us if we did. That's bad for business. So, end of discussion. We're Green too.

Getting down to brass tacks, Preventive Maintenance Software lowers energy costs by assisting maintenance managers in keeping facility assets and equipment from becoming a drain on carbon energy sources. Poorly maintained machinery consumes carbon-based lubricants, oils and fossil fuel at a rate far in excess of properly maintained machinery. Manufacturing replacement parts further strains carbon pollutant output. Buildings allowed to fall into disrepair, whether cooling and heating systems, roofing or exterior infrastructure are involved, become inefficient users of carbon-based energy. Preventive Maintenance Software and Work Order Software can ensure scheduled preventive maintenance takes place before systems contribute to unsatisfactory Carbon Energy usage.

Preventive Maintenance Software is an environmentally-friendly way to do business.

Look, being Green doesn't mean just planting trees around the campus or driving a Prius to work. The government is seriously considering punitive taxation of suppliers and users of Carbon Energy! That's serious stuff. No matter what part of the political spectrum you prefer, it doesn't matter if the people who occupy the White House and Congress plan to put into place laws which encourage wind, solar or biofuel energy and penalize coal and petroleum-based sources. If were to happen, energy costs for most companies likely would rise substantially and therefore the need to lower operating costs in other areas would become paramount. That's not political. It's just bottom-line reality.

Smart maintenance management dictates that all organizations will soon embrace computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) using state-of-the-art preventive maintenance software. We're sure you'll not be surprised to learn, that's where MAPCON Preventive Maintenance Software comes in. We proudly assert we've been proponents of "Green" technology well before it was the marketing-correct thing to do. We support our friends in the BioFuels industry by being one of their top preventive maintenance software providers in the United States. While others may point to current research, we can point to over 25 years creating Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Work Order Software for industries as varied as space exploration and health care.

Preventive Maintenance and the Greening of America: Time to get onboard?

No one can predict what the future will hold. One thing is for certain however, the old paradigm is shifting rapidly. The government has allocated billions upon billions of taxpayer dollars to push alternative energy projects and lower America's 'carbon footprint.' Agree with these policies or not, it's a fact.

The question is, "Will your facility be ready to answer management's challenge to reduce carbon energy consumption?" Management is surely going to be asking you soon! We at MAPCON Technologies, Inc. would like to invite you to consider our sophisticated preventive maintenance software solutions. In fact, free for 30-days you can evaluate the best maintenance software on Earth: MAPCON Professional. Or MAPCON Jemms. Or, for just $495, MAPCON Lite.

Maintenance Software in a Politically Sensitive Recession

2009-04-27T18:16:56Z

It is a sad fact. No matter how inexpensive (certainly that's a 'relative' word) the price of maintenance software, it's always a cost that requires careful negotiation and deliberation. Which is not fair. After all, there's no celebrity available to wear a 'milk-moustache' in a cool commercial for maintenance software. And, Maintenance Software can't be visualized wearing a sexy tan on a tropical beach. You can't drink it or smoke it. Maybe it's not very relevant.

Maintenance Software is a tough sell, except if you use political hypnosis.

In pondering this marketing muddle, we decided to take a page from the smooth political jargon that seems to do so well with the public these days. So, here's the thing: Maintenance Software is an investment. Really. It is.

Now, we're not even remotely suggesting that the government take over maintenance management for private enterprise. And, the politician's idea of what constitutes an 'investment' is more than likely much different than what any successful business manager or entrepreneur might consider. Moreover, there are probably very few managers, successful or not, who would voluntarily opt out of any future bonus payments and simultaneously open their management decision process to congressional inquisition. But, we digress.

According to any ordinary (non-political) dictionary, an investment is defined as expending money or capital in an effort likely to produce a profitable return or an appreciation of value. Yes, yes, that's all very technical. In some places possibly shameful. And, there are those who might even suggest that without some kind of government oversight the 'wealthy' would actually use that principle to enrich themselves. Regardless, it is certainly not our intention to embarrass anyone here.

Maintenance Software actually produces measureable increases in bottom line profitability

We just feel investing in MAPCON Maintenance Software is a wise move that will definitely provide a healthy return far in excess of the original expenditure. We know that this is the case through empirical evidence. In fact, many of our customers will provide solemn testimonials (preferably not in Washington, D.C.) acknowledging the measureable benefits they have realized in increased productivity and reduced downtime. So, we think maintenance software is a real smart idea. There's nothing embarrassing or controversial about that, is there?

MAPCON Maintenance Software is super easy to use and set up. It's fully customizable and can take command of almost any maintenance management scenario. The list of supported preventive maintenance and work order scenarios are almost endless. Meanwhile, keeping essential equipment free of unscheduled downtime and preventing expensive vendor repairs saves thousands. Controlling parts and replacement inventory by stocking only the items the system will require saves more. That's smart. Maintenance Software generates profits while preventing wasted time and money. Really smart.

MAPCON forthrightly acknowledges its 25 year mastery of maintenance software

What about our competitors? Some do a good job. Others not so good. But, MAPCON has specialized in creating the best maintenance software for facilities and industry since 1982. That's a long while in the digital era. Nearly before DOS even (but not). In fact, we've been making outstanding maintenance software since the start of the Microsoft Empire. So, we can easily state that we're pretty darn experienced.

Now in the olden days of the Great Depression when so many professionals were out of work, some entrepreneurial types decided to take matters in their own hands and opened small businesses. Some sold apples on street corners. That spirit is nothing to diminish and speaks to the real strength of American enterprise. During the current recession, some are trying to make things work in a similar fashion. However, the nature of the global marketing system makes it difficult to tell the bad apples from the good guys. Even if they're sporting a milk moustache. So be very careful when selecting your maintenance software.

Finally, this article is not supposed to be about MAPCON Maintenance Software. Well, maybe it is a little. After all, we don't want to spark media frenzy and an avalanche of indignant commentary from the world of militant viewpoints. (Actually, that might help our branding, ya think maybe?) So, yeah. We wrote this whole thing and are kinda hoping you'll evaluate the best maintenance software on Earth: MAPCON Professional. Or MAPCON Jemms. Or, for just $495, MAPCON Lite.

CMMS: Essential Maintenance Management for Every Facility

2009-04-21T19:19:59Z

All smart operations and plant managers know that implementation of sophisticated Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is essential to keep facility operations running smoothly while keeping operating costs from growing out of control. The only question is, "Which CMMS will provide all the maintenance-related features and long-term reliability we depend upon to run our operations?"

MAPCON - Creating CMMS for over 25 years: Here yesterday, here today and here for the long haul.

MAPCON CMMS Software is the answer. Let's address the 'long-term reliability' part of the question first. That part is easy. MAPCON has been creating CMMS Software since 1982. In fact, we had among the very first CMMS applications running on the original DOS systems. We've been listening to our customers and continuously improving our CMMS ever since.

Today, MAPCON boasts 3 major CMMS Software variations, including MAPCON Jemms for Enterprise-Level, Rich-Internet, Web-based approach to CMMS unrivaled in the industry. MAPCON Professional is our comprehensive system-based GUI-interface CMMS so packed with intelligent, effective functionality that it is the CMMS standard against which the competition is measured. MAPCON Lite, a feature-rich but affordable CMMS option that allows maintenance management to implement CMMS and evaluate options as they build their system.

MAPCON CMMS Software options also include the PocketMaint PDA Module which provides complete wireless mobility to maintenance personnel while providing up-to-the-minute information flow into the organization CMMS. Our iMAPCON product brings the functionality of CMMS to individual Web browsers so, for instance, employees can enter repair requests directly from their own workstations. Another MAPCON product, ScanMaint, a Barcode Utility that improves speed and accuracy especially for counting Inventory.

So, MAPCON Technologies, Inc. has been around a long time already delivering sophisticated CMMS to customers as diverse as NASA and the West Des Moines School District. We plan to keep producing the best, most powerful and economical CMMS available anywhere.

MAPCON - The Premier CMMS with the Feature-Rich Environment

MAPCON CMMS is so packed with features and options it has earned the title as the premier Computerized Maintenance Management Software System by many of its ardent users and fans. No wonder.

MAPCON was created by expert technical staff with long roots in the maintenance management field. Well before the advent of the Internet, CMMS was a reality at MAPCON and at our CMMS partners. We've had a lot of time and experience in determining the needs of maintenance management personnel and we've succeeded in developing a wide array of CMMS features that meet every maintenance and maintenance-related contingency.

CMMS done correctly dramatically lowers operating costs and promotes operational efficiencies that increase profitability. Downtime for unexpected breakdowns is dramatically reduced and expensive vendor fixes are eliminated by effective preventive maintenance. Longer equipment lifecycles lowers parts inventories. Overall plant efficiencies increase labor and equipment productivity significantly raising profitability. CMMS is clearly a good thing.

MAPCON has provided a couple of application feature comparison charts which detail the most sought after maintenance-related features that each of its three principal CMMS Software packages contain. The feature summary chart provides an excellent overview of MAPCON's Jemms, Pro and Lite series CMMS. The more detailed comparison chart delineates a more detailed list of features, again comparing all three CMMS Software options.

MAPCON CMMS - A wise investment with an immediate, measureable ROI

There is no question that MAPCON CMMS is an affordable investment. Starting as low as $495 for MAPCON Lite to under $10,000 for an Enterprise-Level CMMS (MAPCON Jemms). Why not get started today? Feel free to download a no obligation, full-featured Evaluation of any of our CMMS applications right now!

2 Huge Reasons to Invest in CMMS Software during a Recession

2009-04-11T19:35:27Z

These days many companies are scaling back on expenditures of any kind. And, why not? It just makes sense. Obviously, the severe economic downturn has impacted organizations across the United States and the Globe. Capital conservation has become the rule and cutbacks are inevitable. Yet, this is the just the kind of environment that completely justifies investment in Computerized Maintenance Management Software for organizations seeking to lower costs and protect vital plant and equipment assets. That's your responsibility, right?

1. Immediately Lower Operational Costs - Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Software provides an essential tool for managers working aggressively working to decrease downtime, inventory, material and contractor costs. Here's how:
   a. Less Downtime - Simple: Decreased downtime means increased production. A 1% improvement in productivity has 10 times the positive impact than a 1% reduction in costs. Imagine the gain in a production facility running 24 hours per day: A conservative estimated gain of 24 hours of production per year pours thousands of dollars to the bottom line. Savings estimate: Downtime cost of $2,500/Hour x 24 Hours = $60,000 annual profit increase.
   b. Reduced Inventory - Elementary: Asset maintenance management allows you purchase inventory and parts when you need them instead of relying on guesswork. Without CMMS Software, managers might not know what is in their stockroom, can't find what they need and, frequently end up buying parts they already have. Of course, CMMS Software allows you to lookup parts, check stock and order only as needed. Savings estimate: Reducing an $800,000 inventory just 10% with a 10% interest rate results in an annual savings of over $8,000 in an annual profit increase.
   c. Eliminate Contractor Costs - Smart: Managed maintenance keeps repairs in-house using a more efficient work crew. CMMS Software focuses crew time on work orders designed to keep the plant moving. Result? No maintenance logjams requiring expensive contractor time. This outcome creates not only a savings on labor but also a savings on parts! Savings estimate: Using a realistic 10% annual reduction in labor and material costs on a budget of $680,000 you return another $68,000 to the bottom line.

2. Increase Maintenance Productivity Right Now - Better work planning and scheduling maximizes crew efficiency while focusing crew time on work orders designed to keep the plant moving. Productivity increases of 10% to 20% using modern CMMS Software are standard. Maintenance managers know that saving just 60 minutes (12.5%) per day for each worker in a six-person crew at a $30/hr labor rate for 250 days/year can preserve $45,000 annually for the organization.

When implemented properly, a Computerized Maintenance Management System using CMMS Software can be a huge cost and time saving addition to your organization's bottom line. Isn't that what your objective is?

Sure, CMMS Software costs money. Our company, MAPCON Technologies, Inc. can get you started for $495. In fact, you can download and evaluate MAPCON's CMMS Software free for 30 days. Realistically, though most sizable organizations invest several thousand dollars to get properly setup and have authorized personnel trained up. But, with a prudently estimated return-on-investment (ROI) of over 1000% (yes, one thousand percent!), your CMMS Software investment is intelligent, wise and - urgent!

Why use Web-based CMMS Software?

2009-04-10T16:43:14Z

Purchasing a web-based Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS Software) or Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAM) could be for you. If you need access to information from different locations and would enjoy the convenience and security of web-based Maintenance Management Software then it just may be for you. There are many different features to web-based CMMS Software. Kris Bagadia explores them in his article "CMMS Solution? Look to the Web". Click Here to learn more about web-based maintenance management systems.

Investing in CMMS Software Automation

2009-04-03T17:02:04Z

CMMS Software Automation can be a great money saving tool. But first you have to justify investing the money into automation. In his article "Figure out the Dollars Behind CMMS Automation", David Berger explores how to justify automation in your Maintenance Management Software and the savings that come from that. Click Here to read his in-depth article.

Getting the Most From Your CMMS Software Investment

2009-03-30T16:50:57Z

You bought a Computerized Maintenance Management System(CMMS Software), now what? Coming up with a plan on how you are going to use your Maintenance Management Software so you can get the most out of it is essential. Steve Gahbauer outlines ways to get the most out of your Work Order Software investment in his article "Maximize your CMMS Investment". To read the article click here.

Setting up your CMMS Software so you can find stuff later

2009-03-26T15:33:52Z

CMMS Software is a database of maintenance information. It is VERY important when you setup your Computerized Maintenance Management Software to add attributes to records that allow you to sort, filter and find you data quickly, easily and logically. All CMMS Software packages include attributes in their records to allow you to do this. One record to work with in your future will be work orders. Your work orders should include a code to tell you what kind of work order this is. This is often called a Work Order Type.

Don Armstrong from IDCON has written a valuable article on how to appropriately code your work orders here.

Data Collection in Maintenance Management Software

2009-03-23T17:10:18Z

Collection of data is one of the functions of Maintenance Management Software. Accuracy of that information is very important, especially when management is using that data to make decisions. Coming up with a plan as to how data is collected in your Computerized Maintenance Management Software and why is a great way to give ownership to your employees using the maintenance management software. Frank Lucas discusses the process of collecting and interpreting data in his article "Maintenance Software:Putting Data to Work". Click Here to read his informative article.

Questions to Ask When Looking for Maintenance Management Software

2009-03-20T16:59:56Z

Are you looking for Maintenance Management Software? No doubt your search has turned up many Computerized Maintenance Management Software options. It can be frustrating tying to figure out what is the best Work Order and Preventive Maintenance Software System for you and your company. Having a list of questions for CMMS Software vendors is a great way to start your searh. Joel Levitt shares a helpful list of questions that you should be asking in his article "50 Questions to help your CMMS Search". To read his list Click Here.

Cutting the Wires with Mobile Maintenance Management

2009-03-20T16:41:37Z

Companies everywhere are looking to accomplish tasks more quickly and efficiently. Many of them are using Work Orders Software in hopes of having information more readily available to technicians. Sending maintenance technicians out into the field armed with information from a Preventive Maintenance or Work Order Software system is a great step toward efficiency.

Years ago the only option available was to give a maintenance technician a clip board that had limited information on it and hope that was all he needed. But, today we have the technology in handheld wireless devices that can download information on work orders, equipment and much more from their Maintenance Management Software. Kris Bagadia explores the benefits of using handheld devices along with a Computerized Maintenance Management System in his article "CMMS:Going Wireless". Click Here to read his article.