Deciding which computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) software to use is one of the most important tasks for running a manufacturing or industrial plant. The best CMMS software for manufacturing will allow operations to run efficiently while limiting costs, and it will do this in several ways, which include: Allow for organization-wide visibility and control.  Integrate systems that will minimize inefficiencies in the supply chain, ensuring that the right supplies, labor, and resources are available exactly when needed.  Quickly alert maintenance teams when machines are running abnormally.  Automatically trigger actions and notifications when maintenance procedures and work orders are needed....

Preventive maintenance (PM) is a maintenance strategy that helps organizations extend the lifespan and performance of critical assets. A company will create a preventive maintenance checklist to make this process more effective and easier to implement. A preventive maintenance checklist is a simple but effective tool for standardizing maintenance and ensuring consistency. And it helps maintenance teams stay organized in their proactive efforts to avoid unexpected equipment breakdowns. This article will help readers understand the importance of preventive maintenance checklists, their various types, and how to create a checklist that meets your company’s needs. We’ll also discuss how LLumin's Computerized...

Enterprise asset management (EAM) is a systematic way of maximizing the return on investment (ROI) from assets, machinery, and heavy equipment. It can help organizations track and manage physical assets and plan maintenance and repair more effectively. Without EAM, heavy assets can become a major source of liability and financial loss for a company. Today we will provide a brief overview of EAM and how it supports managing heavy assets and extending asset lifecycle. Then we will discuss the top enterprise asset management best practices that asset-heavy firms can use to efficiently maximize their return on assets (ROA) before showcasing...

The difference between computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) software and enterprise asset management (EAM) software can sometimes be difficult to parse, as there is a significant overlap between the two.  The main difference is in scope and functionality—CMMS is focused on maintenance operations, while EAM covers a broader range of asset management activities, including procurement, disposal, and financial management. This article will explore the differences and overlaps between these two software solutions to help you narrow down the best options for your organization.  What Is CMMS? A Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is a specialized software solution that assists businesses...

When developing effective facility operations strategies, facility management tactics and practices are an essential part of the planning process. While facility managers have traditionally relied on preventive maintenance as a proactive asset management methodology, there is a significant shift to predictive maintenance (PdM) due to real-time data becoming more prevalent and machine learning providing better insights into potential areas of risk. Today we will discuss how facility maintenance strategic planning helps managers develop effective maintenance tactics and practices, including ongoing actions as well as emergency and contingency checklists and budgeting guidelines. We will also discuss how managers can create this...

Maintenance key performance indicators (KPIs) are beneficial for determining ways to increase production, limit costs, and extend the service life of machines. They are frequently used to measure improvement in facility operations and may indicate ways to improve facility efficiency. By understanding these maintenance KPIs, maintenance and facility managers gain valuable information on how recent updates and future changes impact facilities and machine longevity. Today, we will discuss common maintenance KPIs, how to calculate them, the usefulness of each KPI to managers, and how LLumin's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS+) software can help improve maintenance KPIs. What Are the Most...

Over the years, the oil and gas industries have followed consistent patterns. Oil and gas producers that limit machine failure downtime often generate increased production and success. Over time, maintenance methods within these industries have transitioned from reactive maintenance to preventive maintenance. Today we will discuss the reasoning behind this shift, the current technologies that preventive maintenance requires, and the many benefits of using LLumin’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS+) software for preventive maintenance. Shifting to Preventive Maintenance in Oil and Gas Industries Preventive maintenance refers to the scheduled cleaning, repairing, or replacing of machine components based on machine service...

Manage your facility with ease using a cutting-edge healthcare CMMS software. In today’s competitive world, running a healthcare organization requires the intelligent management of assets and services. As far as assets are concerned, the objective is to follow guidelines to ensure an error-free operation of medical equipment in the long run with minimum downtime. In this regard, a healthcare computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software is an ideal bet for hospitals taking a 360-degree approach to address common challenges in facility management.  Challenges in Healthcare Facility Management and Maintenance Many challenges exist in healthcare facility management, including: Poor asset trackingMulti-facility...

Supply chains are not impervious to disruption, be they caused by natural disasters (pandemics, earthquakes, hurricanes, etc.), changes in political leadership, military actions, tariffs and viruses. That’s because manufacturers often rely on parts produced in countries around the world to manufacture their finished products. In the resulting world of turmoil, manufacturers can take decisive steps to deal with anticipated – and in some cases actual – disruption in their international supply chains. Part shortages are a distinct possibility, a situation that could cripple production and grind plants to a halt Fast action, advanced software required Though an extended parts shortage...

With companies across vertical industries seeking predictive maintenance to minimize costly machine and production downtime in industrial manufacturing, interest in enabling a mobile workforce is climbing quickly. Providing maintenance staff access to your data from a smartphone or tablet lets them stay on top of issues at any time of day, from any location. The difference between expensive problems and smooth maintenance resolution can be just a matter of minutes.  In fact, the average cost of downtime across all businesses is roughly $260,000 per hour. That's according to Aberdeen Group, a research and consulting firm. The answer? Provide your maintenance...