Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) has changed the landscape of maintenance operations. Over the past twenty years, a growing number of businesses large and small and across all corporate, industry and service sectors have traded in traditional “pencil and paper” approaches to maintenance management for automated systems. Among other things, CMMSs have made it possible for maintenance managers to move beyond simply managing inventories and placing work orders to scheduling preventive maintenance programs designed to keep all equipment in optimal condition that in turn increases their lifespans, maintains facility operations and saves money.
The CMMS industry is constantly evolving in response to marketplace demands. As businesses are confronted with economic challenges, changing technologies and market trends, maintenance management vendors are constantly enhancing their products to meet these demands. In addition, CMMS systems are now available in different formats (cloud based and on-site) and come with a range of features at different price points as well as support options. Considered together, today’s automated maintenance management systems can be customized to meet the requirements of all businesses regardless or their size, industry or budget.
To those new to CMMS products, the range of available options can be overwhelming and confusing. Since budgets and maintenance logistics are primary determinants when selecting a system that is the right fit for your business, it is important to be clear on what these products can actually do.
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