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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
Thought Leadership
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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4 Ways Your CMMS Elevates Predictive Maintenance
Thanks to the wide availability of sensors and new solutions that support real-time analytics...
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10 Tips to Reduce Energy Consumption and Save Money
Looking at bright ideas to save money is a daunting task if your organization is filled with costly...
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Mastering the 15 Minute Stand-Up Meeting
Ready to get your team excited about meetings again? Try out the 15 minute stand-up meeting and use...
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Building an Effective Stormwater Management Plan
What are the steps you need to take to make your stormwater management program as successful as...
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5 Ways to Stay Safe with Pool Chemicals
Pools are a great way to cool off in the summer — but pool chemicals can also be dangerous if not...
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What is Deferred Maintenance?
What is deferred maintenance and what does it mean for your school? Learn more about what it should...
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 Tips for Sauna Fire Protection
Saunas are a great way to relax after a workout or relieve stress, but without the right maintenance...
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Inventory Management in Excel: Tips to Help You Track it All
When you're low on resources, Excel spreadsheets can be a good way to start tracking inventory...
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What is Business Intelligence and Why KPIs are Important for Operations and Asset Management
What is business intelligence, what are key performance indicators and how can you utilize them to...
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3 Pieces of Data Facilities Managers Want
Learn more about 3 key business intelligence metrics for facilities management Keeping a finger on...
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5 Tips for Transitioning from a Maintenance Paper Trail to a CMMS
How can you move from paper to a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)? Use these five...
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How Many Maintenance Staff or Custodians or Grounds Personnel Should I Have Per Square Foot?
Q: How many maintenance staff, custodians or grounds personnel should I have per square foot? This...
