Himanshu Arora 
Most maintenance managers chasing AI tools are looking in the wrong direction. They are signing up for new platforms, testing free trials, and trying to convince IT to approve yet another software subscription. If your organization uses Microsoft 365, and the majority of mid-to-large industrial organizations do, you may already have access to one of … Read more
Let Me Be Direct With You. Most maintenance managers I speak with know AI exists. They have heard about ChatGPT. Some have even tried it once, got a generic answer, shrugged, and gone back to their whiteboard. That is not an AI problem. That is a prompt problem. I spent 13 years working across petrochemical … Read more
Let Me Be Honest With You First. I have been in maintenance for 13 years. I have worked on factory floors. I have managed facilities. I have seen what works and what is just expensive noise. When AI started entering our industry I was skeptical. I thought it was another buzzword that vendors use to … Read more
Most maintenance teams are great at fixing things. Reliability engineers are great at making sure there’s nothing to fix. Early in my career, I worked with a Maintenance Manager named Amandeep. He use to think like a reliability engineer. Every time I came to him with a breakdown; motor failed, conveyor jammed, pump overheated; his … Read more
By [Himanshu Arora] Estimated Read Time: 4 Minutes If you are a Maintenance Planner, you have probably looked at the new wave of “AI-Powered” CMMS tools and felt a cold knot in your stomach. If an algorithm can predict machine failure, auto-schedule work orders, and optimize inventory levels in milliseconds… what is left for you … Read more
An Equipment Maintenance Log Book is an indispensable instrument in the management of facilities and industries area, providing a logical method of recording every maintenance job that is that is performed on equipment and machinery. This complete guide will discuss the significance of a log book for maintenance on equipment book, the key elements as well … Read more
Implementing the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS Implementation) will revolutionize the way your company manages assets, jobs, and processes. However, a majority of businesses have issues during implementation that could reduce the effectiveness of the system as well as frustrate users and consume resources. Becoming aware of and staying clear of the most common … Read more
In this guide, we will discuss the difference between 5W20 vs 5W30. The motor oil that you use is the lifeblood of your engine. It protects moving components, reducing friction and increasing performance. The viscosity of motor oils is the measure of how efficiently it moves at different temperatures. It’s one of the most important aspects … Read more
In today’s competitive business environment, facility managers face increasing pressure to reduce operational costs while maximizing asset performance and longevity. Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software has emerged as a game-changing solution for facilities seeking to streamline maintenance activities, optimize budgets, and extend the life of valuable equipment. This extensive post explores five key ways … Read more
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and industrial maintenance environment, ensuring the right inventory is available at the right time is critical. A well-configured Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) dashboard can provide real-time visibility into spare parts stock levels, turnover rates, and stockout situations, empowering maintenance teams to make data-driven decisions that minimize downtime and optimize costs. … Read more