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Enterprise Asset Management Systems Jump-Start Operational Efficiency for Asset-Intensive Organizations

Assets are the backbone of any utility operations, driving performance, safety and efficiency. Optimizing asset performance, extending asset life, and improving return on investment are crucial for staying competitive and achieving long-term success. A well-functioning enterprise asset management (EAM) system is vital for achieving these objectives.


Using EAM to Solve Challenges

Our experienced EAM consultants address complex challenges like siloed processes, aging infrastructure, and evolving regulatory requirements, leveraging industry-leading platforms such as IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS), Trimble Cityworks, and others. Among the challenges we solve for:

  • Homegrown software systems at the end of life with retiring support staff.
  • Paper-based work orders and inspections.
  • Disparate business units and processes that create technical/data issues.
  • Increased environmental and safety regulations and requirements.
  • Excessive customization hindering ease of maintenance and upgrade.
  • Poor system performance.
  • System is too big, lacking the agility for day-to-day use.
  • Need to improve production reliability, quality, labor efficiency, and operational integrity.

Supporting Utilities

We offer a range of services to public and private utility clients using a multifaceted approach for establishing, enhancing and managing an EAM system, working to help you achieve business objectives. Among the steps we use:

  • Perform a detailed assessment of the current landscape and develop a tailored roadmap to unlock full potential of your EAM solution.
  • Design integrated business processes that align with organizational goals and operational efficiency.
  • Evaluate, plan and execute system upgrades to modernize and enhance performance.
  • Deliver technical services, including cloud migrations, system integrations and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Implement robust data governance programs to strengthen data quality and oversight.
  • Convert legacy data and design reporting strategies to enhance decision-making capabilities.
  • Oversee program and project management to drive seamless execution and delivery.
  • Facilitate training programs and support change adoption to embed sustainable practices.
  • Streamline systems and workflows to improve daily operations and usability.

Count on a Team with EAM Experience

1898 & Co., as part of Burns & McDonnell’s 125-year legacy of industry leadership, delivers comprehensive EAM solutions, leveraging deep knowledge of business functions and technology needs specific to utilities and asset-intensive organizations.

  • Deep understanding of every aspect of EAM.
  • Industry experience in EAM and integrated GIS implementations across water, electric and gas utilities.
  • Domain skills and experience in work management, asset management, supply chain and nuclear generation.
  • Proven track record of integrating EAM with various systems.
  • Experience serving as an extension of a client’s team.
  • Certified MAS Consultants.
  • IBM Maximo Silver Partner.
  • Trimble Cityworks Gold Partner.

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Authors

Peter Guse, PE

Senior Implementation Consultant

Ganesh Murai

Senior Solution Architect

Barry Palakodety

Senior Enterprise Architect