Maintenance Management
Maintenance management is what its name implies -- the effective management of workplace or industrial maintenance. It details procedures that define manpower scheduling, equipment and tool control, quality control, reporting, cost control, inventory control, training, loss prevention, inspection and work status. According to "Principles of Controlled Maintenance Management," maintenance management applies management principles of organization, inventory, continuous inspection, planning, scheduling and management analysis to ensure that a system performs designated functions economically, effectively and within the budget.
Manages Control
One of the most significant advantages of maintenance management is the management of control. Maintenance can be planned and serves a pre-active instead of a reactive (be put to action after an event has come to pass). Management control ensures timely schedules, well-defined job descriptions and the availability of standby equipment in times of disaster.
Reduces Overtime
Maintenance management reduces and even eliminates overtime by reducing the chance of surprises. It ensures all loose ends are tied and enough contingency planning is done to manage operations in case of undesirable circumstances and situations. Management defines tasks and allocates resources effectively, ensuring that all objectives are met in a timely and orderly fashion.
Improves Quality
Effective maintenance management improves output and ensures quality. It gives a small amount of leeway to tolerances but within well established control limits. Employee productivity improves, improving the overall productivity of individual and collective processes. Investing in maintenance management pays off for a company by increasing its revenues.
Ensures Better Support & Service
A well established and documented maintenance management system provides ample support to production managers, equipment operators, and other personnel and users. An effective maintenance management program needs to be made public (and/or published) for the benefit of everyone involved. End users can benefit from a better level of support provided by maintenance management. It allows for reliable, on time, and quality service.
Allows Easy Error Spotting
Since maintenance management details the goals and objectives of departments and employees, it make it easier for managers to spot errors and deviations from established and desired outcomes.
Reduces Resource Waste
Maintenance management ensures that labor, materials and equipment are well utilized, which reduces waste of allocated resources. Utility costs are lowered and the production of hazardous waste material is decreased with managed effort.
Improves Safety
Maintenance management promotes safety and health. It ensures everyone involved knows safety procedures in case of a minor or major disaster. A well-implemented management program examines the risk of potential hazards and finds ways of addressing them before they pose a risk. Regular housekeeping programs promote fire prevention and safety measures.
