EU Machinery Regulation 2027: a guide for operators and maintenance teams
Prepare for the EU Machinery Regulation from 20 January 2027: existing machinery, substantial modifications, digital instructions and an operator…
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Maintenance software: Elara as an alternative to UpKeep
Whether ELARA is a suitable alternative to UpKeep depends on your workflows, sites and requirements. A useful comparison tests the same cases and service…
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The continued adoption of sustainable maintenance practices
Assess sustainable maintenance through measurable outcomes Keeping equipment longer is not always the most sustainable decision. Consider energy,…
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10 maintenance metrics: formulas, data quality and comparison
Maintenance statistics can provide context, but consistent site level measures are more useful for operational decisions. Market forecasts, international…
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Manage spare parts inventory: connect stock and maintenance
Spare parts inventory supports maintenance when the required components can be identified, located and connected to the correct equipment. It differs from…
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What is facility management?
Build asset records with clear ownership Asset management needs a stable identity for each item. When purchasing, maintenance and document storage use…
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What is preventive maintenance?
Build preventive maintenance around failure modes A useful plan starts with the ways an asset can fail. Determine whether deterioration follows time,…
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Machine maintenance: digitalization as a growth driver
Machine maintenance combines safe work organisation with preserving the equipment's required function. Digital tools can connect information, tasks and…
Read articleMaintenance activities: Key factors at a glance
Distinguish an activity, a strategy and a safety inspection Servicing, inspection, repair and improvement describe different activities. A strategy…
Read articleMaintenance software in 2026: mobile work, AI and reliable data
Mobile work, artificial intelligence and cloud delivery remain relevant when selecting maintenance software. In 2026, the useful question is which…
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What is a work order? Definition and practical implementation of digital work orders
What makes a work order executable? A useful work order answers three questions: what must be done, what conditions must be met before starting and what…
Read articleImplementing maintenance software: The importance of digitalizing maintenance processes
Connect implementation with shift work Introducing software changes how work is handed over. Decide which channel is authoritative and how tasks raised by…
Read articleEffective obsolescence management in production: strategies and best practices
Turn obsolescence notices into decisions Obsolescence management starts before a spare becomes unavailable. Connect important components with manufacturer…
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Alternative to DMG Mori Werkbliq
When evaluating an alternative to DMG MORI WERKBLiQ, start with your own data and workflows. Determine which capabilities must continue, what information…
Read articleMaintenance skills shortages: retain knowledge and support your team
A maintenance staffing constraint concerns more than headcount. The relevant question is whether the necessary competence is available when needed and…
Read articleCreate a maintenance plan: template, essential fields and digital workflows
A maintenance plan specifies the task, asset, timing, responsible person and conditions for execution. A template provides a starting structure. Suitable…
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Cloud software and data security: advantages and disadvantages for companies
Cloud software transfers operating and technical tasks to a provider. It does not remove the customer's responsibility for permissions, suitable data and…
Read articleEnergy management: How to reduce your energy costs with maintenance software
Maintenance can help identify energy losses and implement improvements. Software alone does not reduce consumption. It can connect readings, tasks and…
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What is Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software?
Test a CMMS through a complete workflow A CMMS typically connects assets, work orders, maintenance plans and feedback. Value comes from keeping that…
Read articleMaintenance processes: From simple tasks to optimization
Close the gap between a report and completed work A digital process needs clear states. A request describes a need. A work order specifies the job and its…
Read articleMaintenance software for manufacturing companies: The benefits of a cloud-based solution
Evaluate cloud maintenance software in the actual workplace Test whether the work can be completed where the equipment is located. Check reception in…
Read articleFrom reactive to preventive maintenance: 6 steps to increase equipment reliability and efficiency
Turn six steps into executable maintenance Begin with a defined asset group. Identify recurring failure modes and examine which tasks can detect or…
Read articleStep-by-step guide to implementing maintenance software
Plan a pilot with explicit acceptance criteria Before choosing custom development or purchased software, describe a complete workflow: report an issue,…
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IBM Maximo 7.6.1 after base support: options and migration planning
Regular base support for IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6.1.x ended on 30 September 2025. This is now an operating decision rather than preparation for a…
Read articleMastering the four main maintenance strategies
Choose a strategy for each asset Start with the consequence of failure you need to control. An inexpensive component may stop a critical conveyor, while…
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Success story of EGE GmbH
“The unique selling point of Elara is the uncomplicated and fast implementation as well as the direct access via QR codes to the information pages of the…
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Success story of Zerzog GmbH & Co. KG
With the ease of use via smartphones, we can now create orders and record them more regularly. The ability to attach pictures and videos helps us…
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Success story of EUROQUARZ GmbH
Thanks to Elara, we now have seamless access to machine history and maintenance reports. Being able to view object information and nameplates directly on…
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Efficient Maintenance Management with Elara: B-Plast 2000’s Success Story
Efficient Maintenance Management through Elara Arne Bohlen, managing partner, and Birk Wagner, technical director of B-Plast 2000®…
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Efficient maintenance optimisation with Elara Digital: Rieke Germany GmbH in an interview about knowledge management and teamwork
Elara: Solution for efficient knowledge management and optimized teamwork In today’s world, efficient knowledge management and optimized teamwork play a…
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