…maintain vs. what it costs to repair, you might decide it’s cheaper to just wait until it breaks before you fix it. A manufacturing production line is a good example….
by Jonathan Davis on April 30, 2024
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Preventive maintenance: How to stay ahead of the curve and avoid major problems
…attention to some of them. Also remember that there are assets and equipment you shouldn’t worry about at all. Run-to-failure maintenance is the right strategy if something is cheap to…
by Jonathan Davis on May 28, 2024
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Who should be involved in the space planning software buying process
…the buying process is less about selecting a tool and more about aligning people around shared outcomes. Organizations that succeed in this process understand their space planning software stakeholders early…
by Amanda Meade on December 17, 2025
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Five Questions to Ask Before Buying Space Planning Software
…do, ask questions—not all platforms are the same. Take the time to come up with a few questions to ask before buying space planning software. What should you ask? Some…
by Jonathan Davis on February 20, 2009
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Consistent compliance: Automating inspections and safety tracking for multi-site logistics operations
…excel at specific compliance areas and deploy their practices across similar sites Pattern recognition and proactive intervention When similar hazards appear at multiple sites, we detect the pattern before it…
by Jonathan Davis on March 9, 2026
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Top features to look for in an enterprise visitor management system
…When every site reflects the same brand standards, visitors feel confident that your operations are cohesive, credible, and secure. Global security and compliance oversight Security teams managing multiple sites face…
by Amanda Meade on October 27, 2025
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IT buyer’s business case template: How to sell workplace platform investment to finance and executives
…buyers When presenting workplace technology investments to executive leadership, IT teams can structure their proposal around five key sections. Section Description Executive summary Summarize the operational challenges, proposed solution, and…
by Erin Sevitz on March 16, 2026
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Scaling EAM asset hierarchies: Best practices for naming conventions and parent-child relationships
…move beyond fragmented asset records toward structured, scalable hierarchies that work consistently whether you’re managing a single site or a global portfolio. Why asset naming conventions matter for multi-site operations…
by Jonathan Davis on February 16, 2026
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OEM vs. aftermarket parts: How to use fleet management software to decide
…(TCO). OEM parts, with their claims on better fit and quality, may be more expensive only at first. The aftermarket prices that are easier to find and cheaper to buy…
by Jonathan Davis on December 16, 2025
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Fine-tuning preventive maintenance: How to avoid common PM pitfalls
…your facility is a good match. Run-to-failure maintenance makes more sense for anything that’s: Hard to inspect Impossible to repair Cheap to carry Easy to replace It also needs a…
by Jonathan Davis on May 29, 2024
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Condition-based triggers that cut costs: Vibration, thermal, and duty cycle without “sensor sprawl”
…sound and the possibility to drive a strong ROI is there, it’s the gaps between data collection and maintenance response that can cause problems. Common breakdown patterns across multi-site operations…
by Jonathan Davis on February 24, 2026
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Simple guide to reliability-centered maintenance (RCM)
…the lowest level of criticality. They are cheap to buy and carry in inventory. When they fail, there’s little to no safety risk and you’re not running the risk of…
by Jonathan Davis on April 3, 2024