Management Guides

CMMS - Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

August 19th, 2008

CMMS Definition

Computerized Maintenance Management System: computer replaces manual systems

Basic Modules

• Asset register
  • documentation
  • equipment data management
  • multi-level hierarchical filing system
• Work order management
• History file
  • required for feedback
  • maintenance of work preparations
  • reporting
• Spare parts inventory control

Optional modules

• Budget analysis
• Invoice / ordering control
• Condition Based Maintenance Manager
• Failure analysis

Trends

• Internet-enabled
  • bringing information and training to the shop floor
  • transferring analysis data to equipment suppliers
  • online equipment monitoring
  • purchasing of spare parts (e-procurement)
  • software vendors will host CMMS on their own servers (Application Service Providers)
• Data Input:
  • Use of handheld computers by technicians
  • Interfacing with bar code terminals
• Integration of Supply Chain Software and CMMS

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