Maintenance Management Articles | Maintainly CMMS | Maintainly ![](/containers/main/energy.svg) Maintenance Management ====================== Whether you're a facilities manager, maintenance professional, or business owner, our expert-curated content offers valuable insights to optimize workflows, reduce downtime, and maximize asset performance. Stay informed with the latest trends and practical tips to make the most of maintenance management software. 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It resembles the shape of a bathtub, hence the name, and is divided into three distinct phases. [ View article → ](/articles/what-is-the-maintenance-bathtub-curve) May 6th, 2025 ![Repair vs replace with the 75 percent rule of maintenance](/img/containers/articles/75-percent-rule-maintenance.jpg/3c786007c7e6221646bdf7cd02b94872/75-percent-rule-maintenance.jpg) ### 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)? [ View article → ](/articles/understanding-the-75-maintenance-rule-in-asset-management-when-to-repair-or-replace) April 28th, 2025 ![QR code on a mobile device scanning an inventory QR code | CMMS](/img/containers/articles/inventory-qr-scanning.jpg/c60658afdb7771759971848209ec800a/inventory-qr-scanning.jpg) ### 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. [ View article → ](/articles/qr-code-inventory-tracking-in-cmms-a-game-changer-for-maintenance-teams) April 23rd, 2025 ![Makeshift gym made of wood | CMMS](/img/containers/articles/gym-makeshift-benchpress.jpg/be2d561f4b1032b93e3a858c5e988170/gym-makeshift-benchpress.jpg) ### Maximizing Fitness: The Transformative Power of CMMS Maintenance Management Software for Gyms and Fitness Clubs Gyms and fitness clubs, bustling hubs of activity and well-being, require meticulous maintenance to ensure smooth operations, enhance member satisfaction, and prolong the lifespan of capital equipment. [ View article → ](/articles/maximizing-fitness-the-transformative-power-of-cmms-maintenance-management-software-for-gyms-and-fitness-clubs) April 22nd, 2025 ![Runner works out on treadmill in hotel gym | CMMS](/img/containers/articles/gym-treadmill-maintenance.jpg/bdf9682535e278e8b30f6d112ec930d0/gym-treadmill-maintenance.jpg) ### Why Preventative Maintenance Software Is a Game-Changer for Small Businesses Preventative maintenance software can be one of the smartest investments a small business can make. Rather than adding unnecessary administrative burden, it streamlines operations, saves time, reduces costs, and increases efficiency across the board. [ View article → ](/articles/why-preventative-maintenance-software-is-a-game-changer-for-small-businesses) April 16th, 2025 ![Female maintenance worker stands in front machines | CMMS](/img/containers/articles/worker-maintenance.jpg/5115e11212461d58b8f79588e34573e6/worker-maintenance.jpg) ### Understanding the Maintenance Process: A Deep Dive into Efficiency and Reliability Whether you manage a facility, oversee a production floor, or operate a small business, understanding the maintenance process can empower you to minimize downtime, extend asset lifespan, and improve operational efficiency. [ View article → ](/articles/understanding-the-maintenance-process-a-deep-dive-into-efficiency-and-reliability) March 26th, 2025 ![Gray French Bulldog lying on a blue towel next to a red first aid kit with a white cross](/img/containers/articles/emergency-cmms.jpg/55f479827f458964a1140ec11fdd3789/emergency-cmms.jpg) ### Emergency Maintenance: How CMMS Plays a Key Role in Limiting Damage During Crises Emergencies are unpredictable, and the ability to manage them efficiently can make the difference between a quick recovery and prolonged operational downtime. This is where a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) becomes crucial. [ View article → ](/articles/emergency-maintenance-how-cmms-plays-a-key-role-in-limiting-damage-during-crises) March 23rd, 2025 ![Using CMMS for sustainability | Maintainly](/img/containers/articles/cmms-for-sustainability.jpg/4724dfe8bf89d9f05c772c0a0f8df978/cmms-for-sustainability.jpg) ### CMMS Boosts Sustainability Not only can CMMS help you organize, maintain, and track your assets, but it can also improve your business sustainability goals. In this blog, we’ll highlight how a CMMS can be a pivotal tool to help your business achieve sustainability. [ View article → ](/articles/cmms-boosts-sustainability) February 25th, 2025 ![Maintenance worker tracks spare parts inventory with tablet | CMMS](/img/containers/articles/spare-parts-inventory-worker-tablet.jpg/1b69bf4f5129fc0971000024b2d92220/spare-parts-inventory-worker-tablet.jpg) ### CMMS Simplifies Inventory Management Whether you're managing a small team or overseeing a large facility with thousands of assets, staying on top of your inventory can make the difference between smooth operations and costly downtime. [ View article → ](/articles/cmms-simplifies-inventory-management) February 11th, 2025 ![Maintenance worker with mobile cmms at a facility | Maintainly](/img/containers/articles/facility-maintenance-worker-ipad.jpg/1e1d5f0cfb2e0640a68492a5ee58836f/facility-maintenance-worker-ipad.jpg) ### Facility Management and CMMS Let’s take an in-depth look at how a CMMS like Maintainly revolutionizes facility management and why it’s become indispensable for facility maintenance teams of all sizes. 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