CMMS as the key to preventive maintenance — from reactive to proactive
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The shift from reactive to preventive maintenance is one of FM's most impactful transformations, and CMMS is the enabler. Structured scheduling, automated triggers and performance tracking turn maintenance from a cost burden into a value driver.
FM Radar's 4 takeaways:
- Preventive maintenance reduces unplanned downtime by 30-50% in documented case studies
- CMMS automation: time-based and condition-based triggers replace manual scheduling
- Maintenance history data enables the transition from preventive to predictive strategies
- The business case is strongest for critical assets where downtime has high operational impact
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