Computer-Managed Maintenance Systems: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Management of Maintenance, Labor, and Inventory - Hardcover

Cato Independent Consultant, William W.; Mobley President And CEO Of Integrated Systems Inc., R. Keith

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0750674733 ISBN 13: 9780750674737

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2001

Synopsis

Effective resource management and reliable equipment are essential for optimum plant performance. Computer-Managed Maintenance Systems goes beyond the simple selection and implementation of a CMMS. It also defines the changes in infrastructure, management philosophy and employee skills that must be implemented to gain maximum benefits from the CMMS. The book is designed to address the information needs of all levels of plant management.

In this new edition, the authors have added a chapter specifically on the latest technology, Application Solution Providers (ASP) that has revolutionized the way CMMS are used and the benefits they can offer to a business. This solution provides integrated software, hardware and networking technology along with Information Technology (IT) consulting services into an outsourced package. A new appendix on Key Performance Indicators has also been added.

• Comprehensive, practical guide that covers selection, justification, and implementation of an effective CMMS in any facility
• All levels of plant management will find useful information in this step-by-step guideIncludes a new chapter on ASP technologies

About this title

About the Authors

William Cato is an independent maintenance consultant. He specializes in the selection, implementation, and start-up of computer-managed maintenance systems. Bill has more than eighteen years experience in assisting companies, both national and international, with this critical computer-based process.

Mr. Mobley is president and CEO of Integrated Systems Inc. of Knoxville, Tenn. He has written numerous publications on such topics as plant performance, maintenance engineering, maintenance management, and predictive maintenance. He is also a contributing editor for Plant Services magazine.

Edition details

• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750674733
• ISBN 13: 9780750674737
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 208