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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.
Maintenance & Operations
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CMMS and Cybersecurity: Strengthening Your Defense in Industry
The Case for Security Would you be comfortable knowing that complete strangers were wandering around your yard and inside your house? Most of us would say, “No way!”, even if we trust that most people don’t have malicious intent. We...
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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)...
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IoT, AI, and the Future of Asset Management
These days, data is everywhere. In fact, we're obsessed with it. With the continuing evolution of...
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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Exploring the Foundational Phase of an Asset Management for Government Journey
Your Asset Management for Government journey begins with a solid foundation of accurate data, moves...
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Winter Is Coming: Is Your School Ready for the Cold?
As someone who has witnessed the devastating impacts of winter-related facility failures firsthand...
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From SchoolDude to Brightly: 25 Years of Building Brighter Futures
Back in 1999, Brightly Software began as SchoolDude, a company with a funny name, but a serious...
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How to Effectively Present Your Asset Management Plans to Healthcare Leadership
With the increasing complexity of healthcare facilities and the need for reliable equipment to...
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Market Overview: Trends and Challenges Facing the Paper & Packing Industries
According to the Pulp and Paper Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis Report, the global paper and...
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CMMS & AIP: A Profitable Pairing for Enhanced Asset Management
Managing physical assets effectively is a key challenge for today’s facilities, operations, and...
