5 Common Mistakes Made When Selecting CMMS

Don’t judge a book by its cover. Though a CMMS should have a user-friendly interface, the look and feel of a system should not be the most critical way to decide between different solutions. Intuitive CMMS solutions such as eMaint offer the ability to fully-customize screens, reports and much more to fit the needs of your organization.

Many think that owning and maintaining CMMS software within an organization’s facility is the most cost-effective option. However, with modern technological advances, the popular Software-as-a-Service model offers customers software at a lower Total Cost of Ownership, monthly subscription fees with no commitment, and updates that are automatically installed by your provider.

Implementation is a process, and should not stop when your organization goes live with a CMMS solution. Success and implementation of CMMS features should be continuous, based on the goals set forth by your organization. Setting these goals and putting less stock in the go-live will help sustain improvements after the novelty of the system fades away. Plus, a narrow focus on the go-live may lead you to choose a CMMS provider that does not have the training and services that you may need to continue to succeed.

When choosing a CMMS solution, many multi-site organizations only consider the needs of a single facility. Because an effective CMMS is scalable to fit organizations of all sizes and shapes, it is key to select a CMMS that can accommodate the needs of every facility within your organization. Consider the big picture, and plan different ways your entire organization can utilize your CMMS.