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The Brightly blog offers trends, tips and good news to make your future bright - from "how to" articles to get the most out of our software from product experts, to in-depth analysis of today's top news in asset management by the industry's top thought leaders, looking behind-the-scenes at the Brightly brand and culture, and deep dives with leaders from across the organization.
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You Get What You Pay For: Evaluating CMMS Beyond Cost
In today’s dynamic business landscape, organizations rely on Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to streamline maintenance process’, help maintainers maximize asset performance, and ensure regulatory compliance. With over 400 CMMS solutions available – and more flooding the market every year...
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What is an “Asset?” – A Deeper Look at Facilities Asset Management for Education
Asset management in educational facilities is a critical, yet often misunderstood discipline. School...
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Brightly on Tour 2025: Bringing Innovation to Your Doorstep
Get ready to experience Brightly Software like never before! This year, we’re hitting the road with...
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The Importance of Procurement in Manufacturing
Procurement is a fundamental component in any manufacturing operation, driving efficiency, reducing...
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How to Calculate Your Business’s Carbon Footprint
Whether you know it or not, your business has an impact on the environment. And it’s not a small one...
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Looking Back & Ahead: The Top 5 Blogs of 2024 and 5 Trends Shaping Facilities Management for 2025
As facilities managers continue to face growing challenges—from sustainability goals to limited...
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Exploring the Insightful Phase of Asset Management for Government
Your Asset Management for Government journey begins with a solid foundation of accurate data, moves...
How to protect your operations budget during inflation
In times of inflation, smart technology can help maximize budgets (including help with grant or funding requests) through more effective utility management, smart asset management, and reduced long-term or emergency costs from preventive maintenance.
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4 Ways to Future-Proof Healthcare Facilities
Resilience is essential for healthcare organizations. The ability to withstand adversity and recover...
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Smarter Investments, Better Care: A Guide to Capital Planning for Healthcare
In healthcare, capital planning is essential for maintaining operational excellence while supporting...
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Managing Events in Higher Education
Institutional needs and circumstances can vary drastically from campus to campus, but if there’s one...
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Findings from the 2025 State of Asset & Facilities Report – and What They Mean for You
The world of asset and facilities management is evolving rapidly. For asset managers and decision...
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From FacilityDude to Brightly Software: A Legacy of Innovation
In 2007, FacilityDude was launched to expand the capabilities of SchoolDude beyond education and...
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5 Benefits of Asset Investment Planning for Healthcare
Healthcare organizations face complex demands everyday (even outside of treating patients)...