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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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Local Government is Looking Ahead: A Brief Review of ICMA 2024
I was delighted to spend time at the International City/County Managers Association annual...
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Building Resiliency in Local Government
Nearly every day we hear about extreme weather impacting a community. Flooding, heat, wildfires...
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CMMS vs. ERP: Which is Better for Manufacturing Maintenance?
In any manufacturing industry, achieving productivity and efficiency targets is paramount. However...
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Maximizing Facility Performance with Data-Driven Asset Management
Effective asset management is essential for facilities looking to optimize operations, reduce costs...
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The Importance of Service Levels in a Municipality
Most communities have mission statements that publicly set expectations for that community. For...
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Preparing for the Future: 3 Ways to Mitigate Risks and Build a More Resilient Community
Every community wants to be resilient. Being able to withstand adversity and come back stronger is...
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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3 Reasons Agile Strategies Drive Innovation in Any Industry
In 2001, a group of software developers created the "Agile Manifesto," a framework designed to speed...
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Asset Hierarchy Within Work Order Management Systems
In today’s era of manufacturing, defining and establishing a well-structured asset management system...
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Fault Tree Analysis (FTA): A Comprehensive Overview
What is Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)? Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) is a systematic, graphical method used...
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The Deming Cycle (PDCA) Explained: A Comprehensive Guide to Continuous Improvement
The Deming Cycle, also known as the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, is a foundational framework for...
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P and ID: Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams: Purpose, Components, and Benefits in Process Design
P&ID -- or Piping and Instrumentation Diagram -- is a detailed graphical representation used...
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13 Essential KPIs and Benchmarks for Food and Beverage Manufacturers
In the competitive landscape of food and beverage manufacturing, establishing effective Key...
