Introduction and maintenance basics

Maintenance Costs – new

What is “Maintenance” and how much does it cost? A look at the factors that impact maintenance costs, and some things to avoid. The maintenance-cost reduction conundrum Why its so difficult to reduce maintenance

Maintenance Computer Systems – new

Selecting and using a maintenance computer system 5 articles on system selection and implementation, avoiding many common mistakes Tips for maintenance computer systems Some things to consider when setting up a maintenance computer system

Asset Management – new

Asset identification and numbering The importance of logical and integrated identification and numbering systems from the whole plant down to the smallest spare part. Naming parts A recommendation for naming parts so that the

Maintenance Business Processes – new

Maintenance Business Processes and Position Descriptions A discussion on the importance of logical business processes and their use in developing sensible position descriptions. Managing small jobs Some jobs do not justify planning and scheduling,

Improving Performance – new

Allocating and analyzing downtime The problems that are introduced by assigning “blame” to operations or maintenance. Backlogs – their vital importance to maintenance A definition of a “backlog” and why, without a well-managed backlog,

Introduction and maintenance basics – new

What is “Maintenance” and how much does it cost? The four types of “Maintenance” and the value of a well-managed maintenance program. The role of Maintenance A “Statement of purpose” and a review of