Explore insights, best practices, and strategies for using CMMS software to streamline maintenance operations, improve asset reliability, and ensure compliance. From implementation tips to optimizing preventive maintenance schedules, this category covers everything maintenance professionals need to get the most out of their CMMS tools.
RS Romel Sanchez Maintenance Analytics & KPI Writer · Industrial Operations Research Last updated: April 2026 · Primary Sources: Deloitte, FMX Research, TechRxiv, eMaint The role of the Facilities Manager has fundamentally shifted. You are no longer just fixing what breaks; you are expected to drive energy efficiency, manage complex vendor ecosystems, and predict asset … Read more
RS Romel Sanchez Industrial Maintenance Writer · Operations Research Last updated: May 2026 · Sources: MaintainX, Aberdeen Group, Deloitte, McKinsey Software demos are polished. Field reality is not. When a maintenance technician starts their shift, they are not thinking about software features — they are thinking about the six work orders already stacked in their … Read more
RS Romel Sanchez Industrial Maintenance Writer · Operations Research Last updated: May 2026 · Sources: McKinsey & Co, US Dept. of Energy (DOE), OSHA When facility managers first implement a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), the initial goal is almost always the same: eliminate paper work orders. While digitizing the daily to-do list is a … Read more
RS Romel Sanchez Industrial Operations Research · Digital Asset Writer Last updated: April 2026 · Sources: Forrester, WEF, Optus/Microsoft In industrial maintenance, aesthetics matter far beyond surface-level appeal. If your CMMS software looks like a cluttered spreadsheet from 1998, your technicians simply will not use it. They will circumvent the system, bypassing mandatory data entry … Read more
Technician using preventive maintenance software to monitor water treatment equipment How Mike Turner, maintenance supervisor at a water treatment plant, used preventive maintenance software to organize maintenance schedules and reduce equipment failures. eWorkOrders made work orders instantly accessible and improved real-time communication across our team. Discover how Mike brought control and consistency to plant maintenance. … Read more
Plant managers use CMMS software to monitor maintenance activity and equipment performance across wastewater treatment infrastructure. How David, a municipal wastewater plant manager, regained maintenance visibility and control using CMMS software Follow David’s journey from fragmented maintenance tracking to operational control. Water and wastewater treatment plants must operate continuously to meet strict uptime, safety, and … Read more
RS Romel Sanchez Industrial Operations Research · Enterprise Asset Writer Last updated: April 2026 · Sources: Tractian, UpKeep, eMaint, McKinsey In industrial maintenance, data is only as valuable as the decisions it drives. For years, maintenance managers have been drowning in raw work order data, yet starving for actionable insights. According to McKinsey & Company, … Read more
In facility management, the reliable operation of building systems is essential for occupant comfort, productivity, and safety. A malfunctioning commercial chiller, an elevator out of service, or compromised plumbing networks disrupt daily operations and can lead to significant financial losses. Managing commercial real estate, corporate headquarters, and diverse building portfolios requires specific maintenance protocols. Facility … Read more
RS Romel Sanchez Facility Management Writer · Small Business Operations Last updated: April 2026 · Sources: Software Advice, Aberdeen Group, Dept. of Energy, OSHA For small businesses, every dollar counts. Whether you manage a boutique manufacturing floor, a single-location hotel, or a small fleet of vehicles, equipment breakdowns hit your bottom line immediately. Yet, industry … Read more
RS Romel Sanchez Energy Sector Technology Writer · Industrial Operations Research Last updated: April 2026 · Sources: Kimberlite, McKinsey, Deloitte, SPE In the upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas sectors, equipment reliability is synonymous with safety and profitability. According to offshore energy research firm Kimberlite (2024), the average oil and gas operator loses $38 … Read more
