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Signs There are Inefficiencies in How You Use the SAP Plant Maintenance Module
SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) remains an important feature that assists businesses with supporting and maintaining equipment and systems. It allows companies to improve maintenance processes and cut costs through regular inspection and effective preventative maintenance. However, even if businesses have SAP PM, they can still operate inefficiently compared to others in the industry.
Common Challenges in Spare Parts Management and How to Fix Them
Typical tasks of maintenance staff include repairs and routine maintenance. Therefore, they must regularly solve two problems: figuring out required parts and correctly ordering them. This process may seem straightforward, but it can be costly to do correctly.
Why You Should Care About Proper Standards in Your EAM/CMMS
Complying with standards, like ISO 14224, has been a powerful factor for industry leaders to accelerate their asset performance. Here are some reasons why you should also care about using ISO 14224 standards in your EAM/CMMS.
Benefits of ISO 14224 for a Reliable EAM/CMMS
There can be many benefits for your business with a correctly implemented standard, like ISO 14224, in an EAM/CMMS system. Here are just a few of them.
Signs There are Gaps in Your EAM/CMMS System
Here are some telltale signs that your EAM/CMMS solution might not work as well as you think.
How Does Your EAM/CMMS Usage Compare to Others in Your Industry?
These are some considerations you should make when evaluating the performance of your EAM/CMMS system against others in the industry.
Data Cleansing Solution Pt. 2
If you’ve read part one of our blog on the benefits of data cleansing solutions, you would know that sometimes it’s much more efficient to outsource your capital projects to experts than to do-it-yourself.
Benefits of Using a Data Cleansing Solution (to Fix Your Asset Hierarchy)
There are many benefits to using a data cleansing solution to fix your asset hierarchy instead of doing it yourself or leaving it unorganized.
Freezing Your Equipment at Peak Condition
Use your asset hierarchy to freeze your equipment at peak condition! Having your equipment at peak condition forever is the dream of many asset-intensive companies as it optimizes your production processes. However, many people need to learn how to keep their equipment frozen in its best condition. An asset hierarchy is a great tool to keep your equipment in tip-top shape.
A Frosty Reception to Improving Asset Hierarchy
Even if you realize the importance of an asset hierarchy, a frosty reception from your organization about improving it may hinder the chances of organization-wide data cleanup. The lack of executive support can be because they need to recognize the benefits for many reasons, so you need to have a solid financial and data analysis prepared to convince them. We have included a list of reasons why you may be receiving a chilly reception to your plan to improve your asset hierarchy – and some counterpoints to convince your organization to change for the better.