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Gluing the Dissected: API-Orchestration mimics Maintenance Flow Ahmed Rezika, SimpleWays OU Posted 7/3/2025 This kind of mental alchemy — where software mirrors workflow in maintenance— doesn’t
A plant shutdown and turnaround is defined as a major plant maintenance shutdown, typically involving the entire plant or multiple areas and lasts for several days (or if not properly planned and scheduled can last longer than expected). Some organizations have both Major (more than 24 hours) and minor (24 hours or less). In many cases, minor shutdowns can have a bigger impact on lost production. Â
Belief-Driven Reliable Maintenance Management Culture: Beliefs 11-15 Christer Idhammar, Founder, IDCON INC Posted 5/15/2025 Read The Belief Driven Maintenance Management Strategy: Creating a Reliability Culture Part 1
Many facility managers continue to rely on paper maps, blueprints, and spreadsheets to track assets, navigate spaces, and manage emergencies. While digitized floor plans are often seen as an improvement, it remains limited in functionality, offering little more than a digital version of its paper counterpart. This is where a dynamic mapping solution, takes the lead.
As a leader you need to create an organization that will follow you to make your vision, or future organization, a reality. In my experience as a leader I have found it very important to develop and communicate your beliefs to your organization. These maintenance management strategy beliefs will then be guiding your organization on their journey towards your goals.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing manufacturing. From predictive maintenance to process optimization, AI promises to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and drive innovation. Yet, as manufacturing leaders, it is critical to recognize that AI is not a silver bullet. There are AI limitations — and understanding these limitations is as essential as embracing its capabilities.
Choosing an industrial heating system upgrade for any facility is a big undertaking—not only because it’s a major expense, but because it can have a long-tail effect on the facility’s energy efficiency as well as employee comfort. When looking for the best industrial heating system, several factors should be considered.
Many production facilities face a so-called infrastructure maintenance gap, where they don’t focus solely on building infrastructure capabilities while still investing in machinery and equipment. In this article, we share what elements, systems, and installations require maintenance in the whole manufacturing facility infrastructure.
BIM for facility management enhances FM in many ways. This digital tool revolutionizes how projects are designed, built, and managed. This article delves into the transformative effects of BIM on facility management, spotlighting its advantages and other critical aspects.
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