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The Evolving Needs for Supply Chain Management in an Asset-Focused World By: Mary Cranfill “NEW mobile functionality for maintenance technicians in the field!” “Updated key performance indicators to measure asset reliability!” “Real-time monitoring of asset performance!” Sound familiar? Enterprise asset management (EAM) applications race to provide the latest and greatest around to help organizations get the […]

Navigating the Challenges of Managing Transit Assets: A Data Odyssey By: Bill Carrick   Transit agencies are the backbone of urban mobility, responsible for safely and efficiently transporting millions of passengers every day. To maintain this seamless operation, they must manage a vast array of assets, ranging from rolling stock and facilities to equipment and

Master Asset Data: The Keystone of Effective Asset Management Practices By: Bill Carrick   In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, robust asset management practices have never been more important. For industries and organizations across the board, managing assets efficiently is key to achieving business objectives, optimizing performance, and ensuring sustainability. Leading standards and frameworks such

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