Fiix October 2019 Maintenance Insights: Global Trends & Fiix Features

Explore this month’s curated collection of industry news and Fiix updates—expert analysis, practical tips, and the latest software features to keep your maintenance operations ahead of the curve.

Maintenance News from Around the World

Beyond Reliability: Unlocking Asset Optimization (David Berger, PlantServices)

In today’s hyper‑competitive global marketplace, companies are turning to smarter asset management to drive growth and profitability. By reducing spend and boosting output through strategic asset optimization, manufacturers can gain a decisive edge. This article explains how maintenance and operations teams can chart a clear path to higher asset performance, and clarifies the evolving role of reliability in that journey.

Smart Manufacturing Drives Five Key Changes (Kevin Hill, SME.org)

The rise of connected, data‑rich manufacturing has ushered in the smart factory era, reshaping how production decisions are made. Interconnected devices generate real‑time insights that empower predictive, data‑driven maintenance. This piece explores the implications of this shift for maintenance teams and outlines how they can adapt their workflows to thrive in a digitally integrated plant.

A New (and Virtual) Reality for Maintenance (Dan Phillips, MachineDesign)

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is redefining maintenance and operations. With sensor costs falling and connectivity expanding, the true value emerges when human expertise meets advanced technology. This article highlights augmented reality as a game‑changing tool for precise, proactive maintenance, illustrating its real‑world impact.

Does Your Classification System Make the Cut? (Clarence Kreiser & Jim Miller, Aggregates Manager)

A product out of spec can halt production, trigger costly repairs, and erode revenue. This post demonstrates how robust maintenance practices for screening, separating, and classifying equipment can prevent such disruptions. By keeping critical parts in top condition, you eliminate downtime and keep production running smoothly.

Maintenance News from Fiix

Calculating the Cost and ROI of a Cloud‑Based CMMS

At Fiix, we’re often asked, “How much does a CMMS cost?” and, “What’s the ROI?” These questions are essential yet complex—no single answer fits every facility. This blog breaks down the key variables that influence pricing and value, providing a framework for estimating the true cost and benefits of cloud‑based CMMS for your operation.

7 CMMS Features That Solve 90% of Your Maintenance Problems

From breakdowns and backlogs to missing parts and cost overruns, maintenance teams face a laundry list of challenges. Thankfully, the right CMMS can target these pain points directly. This article identifies seven core features that address the root causes of the majority of maintenance issues, helping you eliminate 90% of common problems without juggling multiple tools.

Four New Fiix Features and What’s Coming Next

Our latest quarterly innovation webinar showcased new capabilities for Fiix users and previewed upcoming releases for the remainder of 2019. Highlights include an enhanced administrator interface, improved mobile work order functionality, and the newly launched Integration Hub. The session also previewed next‑year plans, such as a work request portal and advanced mobile asset management, ensuring you stay ahead of the maintenance curve.