If you’re in maintenance, facilities, or asset management, chances are you’ve heard about AI-powered CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). You might be wondering— is this just a neat upgrade, or does it really change how we work? Let me explain it simply so you can understand why AI-driven maintenance tools are quickly becoming more than … Read more
If you’ve been hearing a lot about AI-powered CMMS, you’re not alone. Artificial Intelligence is showing up everywhere, from our phones to our factories. In the world of maintenance operations, AI is starting to make a real impact. But let’s be honest: a lot of what’s called “AI” in the CMMS world today isn’t truly … Read more
Let’s face it—maintenance teams today are expected to do more with less. Between staying compliant, minimizing downtime, and keeping assets running at full speed, having the right tools in place is critical. Teams already using Computerized Maintenance Managment Systems (CMMS) tools are finding even more success by layering in SMRP’s structured best practices and certifications. … Read more
Reactive maintenance is one of the most straightforward maintenance strategies: fix something when it breaks. While it may sound simple, this approach has complex implications for costs, downtime, risk, and long-term asset performance. Understanding when reactive maintenance is appropriate and when it isn’t, is key for facility managers, maintenance teams, and operations directors aiming to … Read more
Efficient operations and maintenance begin with knowing exactly what your assets are doing every moment of every day. Real-time sensor data transforms routine inspections and scheduled upkeep into a proactive system that spots issues before they turn into emergencies. By streaming vibration readings, temperature trends, pressure levels and other key metrics directly into your maintenance … Read more
Smart plants run on a tight loop of data, decisions, and disciplined execution. The core of that loop is machine maintenance. In a connected factory, maintenance is a living system that turns signals into actions, protects throughput, and gives engineers confidence to push for higher performance. This guide lays out a practical approach you can … Read more
Every hour of uptime is won long before a machine starts. Strong equipment maintenance practices set the conditions for safe operation. When teams know what work to do, when to do it, and how to prove that it was done right, assets run longer and cost less to own. This guide turns broad advice into … Read more
A maintenance plan is the day-to-day blueprint that keeps assets reliable, safe, and available. It turns intent into action by defining what work to do, when to do it, who will do it, and how to record outcomes so the program improves over time. Get the structure right and you extend equipment life, reduce firefighting, … Read more
Maintenance is rarely glamorous—but it’s often the backbone of reliable operations. And yet, for many teams, maintenance remains disjointed—scattered across sticky notes, spreadsheets, walkie-talkie updates, and unread emails. That’s where a dedicated work order system changes the game. When done right, a digital work order system helps maintenance teams respond faster, plan smarter, and reduce … Read more
Manufacturing never stops. Whether you run a single production line or manage a multi-site industrial operation, downtime costs money. And more often than not, those unexpected stoppages come from equipment failures that could have been avoided. That’s where a manufacturing maintenance system steps in. Far from being just a digital logbook, a modern maintenance system … Read more
