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Let's empower your manufacturing and plant operations with knowledge for seamless work order management and drive productivity to new heights. From manufacturing plants to production facilities, our expert-curated content offers valuable insights to streamline workflows, minimize downtime, and enhance operational efficiency. Stay updated on the latest trends and practical tips to harness the power of maintenance software effectively.

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July 2nd, 2025
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Add Due Dates to Any Work Order in Maintainly – Including Reactive and Meter-Based PMs

You can now add a due date to any work order, including reactive jobs, meter-based preventive maintenance (PM) tasks, and any non-time-based PM work orders.

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June 19th, 2025
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Now Supporting Arabic, Thai, and Turkish in Maintainly CMMS

We’re excited to announce that our CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) platform now supports Arabic, Thai, and Turkish!

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June 17th, 2025
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Implementing Lean Maintenance with CMMS Systems Software: A Practical Guide

This practical guide helps maintenance professionals and companies apply Lean maintenance principles by strategically using CMMS software. We offer solutions for more effective, dependable, and waste-free maintenance.

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June 4th, 2025
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Why CMMS Is Essential for Upkeep in Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

For SMBs looking to streamline maintenance, reduce costs, and improve uptime, a modern CMMS is more than a convenience—it’s a crucial tool for effective upkeep and operational stability.

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May 27th, 2025
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How Does CMMS Help with Predictive Maintenance in Manufacturing?

Predictive maintenance uses data analytics, sensors, and machine learning to monitor equipment and prevent failures. It detects issues early, enabling timely repairs. Unlike scheduled maintenance, it’s condition-based, saving costs. CMMS supports this by managing and optimizing maintenance processes.

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May 21st, 2025
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Why It's Time to Ditch Spreadsheets for CMMS in Maintenance Management

Many maintenance teams still rely on spreadsheets to track tasks, manage assets, and schedule preventive maintenance. It's time to leave the spreadsheets behind and move into the future with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

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May 19th, 2025
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Preventive vs Reactive Maintenance: Why CMMS is the Game-Changer

The choice between preventive and reactive maintenance can make or break the efficiency and longevity of your assets. As an expert blogger in the field, I'm here to shed light on the crucial role that Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) play in this decision-making process.

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May 15th, 2025
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The Maintenance Bathtub Curve: Understanding Asset Lifecycle Failure Patterns

The maintenance bathtub curve is a widely used model in reliability engineering that describes the failure rates of assets over their lifecycle. It resembles the shape of a bathtub, hence the name, and is divided into three distinct phases.

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May 6th, 2025
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What is the 75% Maintenance Rule in Asset Management: When to Repair or Replace

What exactly is the 75% maintenance rule, how is it applied, and why should it be integrated into your Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)?

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April 28th, 2025
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QR Code Inventory Tracking in CMMS: A Game-Changer for Maintenance Teams

Whether you're managing a manufacturing plant, facility operations, fleet maintenance, or utilities infrastructure, using QR codes for tracking inventory within your CMMS makes it easier to manage assets, reduce downtime, and cut costs.

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