Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

is also known as Enterprise Asset Management ( EAM). A CMMS software package maintains a computer database of information about an organization’s maintenance operations. This information is intended to help maintenance workers do their jobs more effectively. The data in a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) database can serve as evidence that proper safety maintenance has been performed. A CMMS can be integrated with a variety of software solutions utilized by your business including ERP, LOTO, HR, Purchasing and Project management applications

During the past few years, there have been fewer entrants into the CMMS/EAM vendor world, along with tremendous consolidation. Many of the companies acquiring CMMS/EAM vendors are looking to expand their product and service offerings, including Maintenance Management and Inventory control.

What is CMMS?  CMMS stands for computerized maintenance management system. It is used to manage the maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and facilities (FMS). CMMS can increase productivity, lower costs, and keep a record of maintenance management tasks.

What is EAM?  EAM / Enterprise Asset Management Software is used to track all a company's assets. In addition it can be used for budgeting for maintenance costs and work management. EAM differs very little from other similar software like CMMS and is often used to describe the same type of application.

Some of the standard functions available from a CMMS are discussed in this website. Those who have had no previous exposure to CMMS will find this useful. The transition to CMMS will require a substantial investment. The return on this investment will be dependent on the suitability of the selected software package, the effectiveness of its implementation and the commitment of all personnel to the new CMMS system. To effectively reduce Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) costs CMMS is highly recommended.