A core stress of owning any kind of commercial building, is keeping everything in good running order. The last thing you need is your HVAC system faulting or your lift inoperable. Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) takes care of this issue by scheduling regular maintenance checks and tasks in order to reduce the likelihood of equipment failure, extend the life of assets, and avoid costly downtime. The core tenant of PPM is to produce a proactive approach to maintenance which allows businesses a way to identify potential issues and address them before they become a major problem.
How does it work?
Any good Facilities Management (FM) company worth their salt, will thoroughly understand the equipment/assets present and processes involved in order to maintain efficiently. As part of this, they should be regularly analysing the equipment and determining what types of maintenance tasks are required, how often they should be performed, and who is responsible for carrying them out. If your current service provider is not doing this, then something is clearly wrong. Or if you are new to the industry, Oracle is here to help.
As part of this service, maintenance tasks should be scheduled and tracked using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Along with assigning responsibilities among personnel, monitoring job progress and providing valuable data which can then be used to optimise maintenance schedules. Like all industries, FM providers CMMS will vary in the scale and capability, it is therefore in your best interest to understand whether their system is up to scratch and robust enough for your needs.
What are the benefits of Planned Preventative Maintenance?
PPM ensures that there is a significant increase in equipment reliability. By regularly checking and maintaining, the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns and downtime is reduced. Alongside this you have the added bonus of improved productivity and revenue. Why waste time and money better invested elsewhere within the business?
Another clear win is that PPM can also extend the lifecycle of assets. By maintaining equipment in good condition, businesses can avoid the need for costly repairs or replacement. This not only saves money but also reduces the environmental impact of equipment disposal.
Finally, PPM will likely also improve safety. Regular maintenance checks can identify potential safety hazards and allow them to be addressed before they cause harm to employees or damage to equipment. At the end of the day, PPM is future proofing, avoiding the pitfalls of unnecessary expenses and hassle.
To conclude…
PPM is a key facet of modern Facilities Management, which can fundamentally help organisations save time, money, and resources. Now you know the why, it’s time to look at who… At Oracle we have the right tools and setup to keep your building alive, for generations to come. Get in touch with us today.