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From Reactive to Resilient: Why Asset Management Is a Business Strategy — Not Just a System For many organizations, asset management is still viewed as a “maintenance thing” — something handled by operations teams once equipment breaks or service disruptions occur. But in today’s environment of rising costs, workforce shortages, aging infrastructure, and increased public […]

The Hidden Costs of Poor Data Governance in Transit Management By: Taylor Dawson Public transit agencies generate enormous volumes of data every day—work orders, asset records, inspections, inventory transactions, condition assessments, warranties, and financial integrations. Yet despite heavy investments in Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems, many agencies struggle to turn this data into reliable insight.

The Hidden Costs of Poor Data Governance in Transit Management By: Taylor Dawson Public transit agencies generate enormous volumes of data every day—work orders, asset records, inspections, inventory transactions, condition assessments, warranties, and financial integrations. Yet despite heavy investments in Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems, many agencies struggle to turn this data into reliable insight.

Turning SCADA Data into Action in HxGN EAM By: Brooke McCain SCADA systems generate enormous volumes of operational data—temperatures, pressures, runtimes, vibration readings—but data alone does not create value. Value is created when that data drives timely, contextual maintenance decisions.   In HxGN EAM, the bridge between external condition data and actionable maintenance intelligence is

Meet Alix: Your AI-Powered Copilot for Smarter Asset Management By: Nikhil Deshmukh Efficient asset lifecycle management is paramount for operational excellence and profitability. Hexagon has introduced HxGN Alix, an innovative AI-powered module designed to seamlessly integrate with HxGN EAM (Enterprise Asset Management). This cutting-edge technology provides users with out-of-the-box Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities directly

Projecting Professionalism: A Guide to Cultivating a Strong Image By: Kim Banta Cultivating a strong and positive image is paramount to success. This article delves into the key components and strategies for developing a professional image. We will explore the essential elements that contribute to how others perceive us, including communication style, behavior and attitude,

Reliability-Centered Maintenance and the Role of HxGN EAM: A Smarter Approach to Maintenance By: Christian Kepner Why Maintenance Strategy Matters More Than Ever Every maintenance manager knows the high cost of unplanned equipment failure—not just in dollars, but in lost time, compliance risks, and team morale. In asset-intensive industries like transit, manufacturing, and utilities, a

Streamlining Maintenance: Leveraging Equipment/Checklist Filters for Enhanced Efficiency By: Jaime Simon & Jeremy Smith In today’s asset-intensive industries, efficient maintenance practices are paramount for minimizing downtime, optimizing performance, and controlling operational costs. HxGN EAM Inspection Management emerges as a powerful module designed to provide organizations with enhanced control over their preventive maintenance (PM) functions. By

Streamlining Maintenance: Leveraging Equipment/Checklist Filters for Enhanced Efficiency By: Jaime Simon Ensuring that the right checks are performed on the right equipment is paramount for operational efficiency and safety. Equipment/Checklist Filters provide a powerful mechanism within enterprise asset management (EAM) systems to achieve this precision. By intelligently linking equipment characteristics with specific checklist items, organizations

Mind the Gap: Preparing Your EAM Server for Daylight Saving Time Changes By: Jason Chomic Daylight Saving Time (DST) shifts may seem like a minor annual inconvenience, but in HxGN EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) systems, they can cause serious disruptions. From inaccurate time stamps to missed automated jobs, improperly configured server time settings can result