Articles

4 steps to defining maintenance roles
David Berger explains how well-defined roles and responsibilities can help to get the most from your CMMS software.
Post Date: 05/13/2013
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

3 ways to upgrade your CMMS for 79 cents
Use this bargain-basement approach to enhance complex systems and improve maintenance operations.
Post Date: 04/26/2013
Author: J. Stanton McGroarty, CMfgE, CMRP, senior technical editor

Ask the right questions before upgrading your CMMS
David Berger says balance the costs and benefits of a CMMS upgrade if you hope to achieve improved performance.
Post Date: 04/03/2013
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Should contractors have access to CMMS?
Ask yourself strategic questions before you open your asset management software to outside personnel.
Post Date: 03/22/2013
Author: Mike Bacidore, chief editor

Converting data to a new CMMS might not be as easy as you think
David Berger explores the art and science of data conversion.
Post Date: 03/05/2013
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Fabricator exceeds 99% uptime
In this installment of What Works, Midland Metal Products measures its way to ISO 9000 certification with CMMS.
Post Date: 02/21/2013
Author:

Maintain moving targets with asset management
Agility and insight pave the way for mobile asset management.
Post Date: 02/19/2013
Author: Sheila Kennedy, contributing editor

CMMS value proposition
David Berger says sell management on it to ensure success.
Post Date: 02/05/2013
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Setting the standard for improved maintenance
David Berger says strike a balance between local standards and industry best practices.
Post Date: 01/10/2013
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Optimize maintenance workflows
David Berger reveals four triggers that pull your maintenance staff to work.
Post Date: 12/10/2012
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Distributed assets need close, personal attention
Software and technology bring distant maintenance needs into focus.
Post Date: 11/20/2012
Author: Sheila Kennedy, contributing editor

Is your CMMS too complex?
David Berger says focus on the basics when your CMMS is so advanced.
Post Date: 11/12/2012
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Integrating maintenance and spare parts management
David Berger describes the critical areas of integration that yield maximum benefit.
Post Date: 10/02/2012
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Enterprise IT
Is the plant lifecycle too big for an enterprise application?
Post Date: 09/21/2012
Author: Tony Christian, Cambashi

Use data to turn problem assets into reliable production systems
Stanton McGroarty says gather a core team and perform RCA for perennial equipment problems.
Post Date: 09/10/2012
Author: J. Stanton McGroarty, CMfgE, CMRP, senior technical editor

To CMMS or to ERP?
David Berger says optimize spare parts management with the most appropriate software.
Post Date: 09/07/2012
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

8 factors that predict capital project success
Planning and software can lead to CPM prosperity.
Post Date: 08/21/2012
Author: Sheila Kennedy, contributing editor

Tailor your maintenance program for each asset
David Berger says optimize your maintenance program for different work types.
Post Date: 08/09/2012
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

Know what's in your CMMS contract before you sign
David Berger offers tips and traps to consider when negotiating CMMS contract terms.
Post Date: 07/05/2012
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor

4 must-have maintenance roles — Part II
David Berger explains how well-defined roles and responsibilities can help to get the most from your CMMS software.
Post Date: 06/12/2012
Author: David Berger, P.Eng., contributing editor