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Grant Money for Training from CMMS data group is here!

CMMS_Jonathan — Wed, 28 May 2008 17:53:00 GMT

ETIP Grant Overview

NORBIC's Employer Training Incentive Program (ETIP) helps keep Illinois workers' skills in pace with new technologies and business practices, which in turn, helps boost competitiveness. ETIP grants can reimburse Illinois companies for up to 50% of the cost of training their employees. NORBIC administers the ETIP program on behalf of the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity.

NORBIC is committed to ensuring that State funds are administered in a way that contributes to measurable improvement in the local economy in terms of business health. Therefore, priority for NORBIC's training grants is given to manufacturers and related companies located within the Governor's Northeast Economic Development Region and funds must be used to underwrite future training for employees that will help contribute to positive, measurable change in the manufacturer's process, distribution or leadership capabilities.

Email me at Jonathan.Clark@cmmsdatagroup to recieve a document that covers ETIP (Employer Training Investment Program) :

· What is it?

· What training is eligible?

· What training is not eligible?

· Who conducts the training?

· How much money is available?

· Can any company participate?

· What is the process?

If you have any question related to ETIP or NORBIC please direct them to:

James Peters

Director of PTAC

jpeters@illinoismanufacturing.org

Office: (773) 594-9292 x231

Cell: (773) 484-3165

Successful Selection and Implementation of a Maintenance Management System – Introduction

CMMS_Mark — Mon, 05 May 2008 16:36:00 GMT

How can you decide which maintenance software application is best? Can you be sure that the software will correspond with your organization’s characteristics? Even once these questions are answered, how do you get your chosen application up and running, both promptly and effectively? While there is no truly perfect software out there, there are some steps that we can follow to help in the selection process. Even then, a good CMMS can fail without a well planned implementation schedule. In this multi-part series we will explore, in detail, the steps you can take towards becoming a world class maintenance department. The blog series will run in the following order:

Part I: Developing Specifications and Questions

Part II: Hardware Requirements

Part III: Selecting Vendors to Evaluate

Part IU: Choosing a Vendor

Part V: Pre-Installation Planning

Part VI: “GO LIVE”

CMMS Data Entry and Planning Part I of IV

CMMS_Jeff — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 19:57:00 GMT

Introduction

One of the most common roadblocks keeping many organizations from a CMMS that works as intended is the daunting task of data entry. There are many approaches that organizations take. One end of the spectrum advocates getting the software installed and start printing Work Orders immediately by creating Equipment, Inventory or Employee records "on the fly" as they are involved in work. The other end of the spectrum says to completely enter all of the data, and only then begin printing and scheduling Work Orders and Tasks. Both ends of the spectrum make false assumptions about the reality of implementing a CMMS. There are pros and cons to each approach, and in this blog series I will discuss some of the more common approaches and what makes them work or not work. The series will run in the following order:

Part II: The No-Time-For-Data-Entry-We-Want-Work-Orders-Now Approach
Part III: The First-Things-First Approach
Part IV: Avoiding the Pitfalls

Stay tuned for updates to the series.

CMMS data group Announces Training Services for SharePoint!

CMMS_Pamela — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 21:27:00 GMT

Does you or your company need a tool to inspire teamwork and enhance productivity via shared knowledge? Does your company use Microsoft Windows Server 2003 or above? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then look no further because SharePoint is available for you and your company's immediate use and it's free!

What is SharePoint?

SharePoint is a dynamic and interactive website providing a central storage and collaboration space for documents, information, and ideas. SharePoint helps groups of people share information and work together by allowing users to:

-Discuss ideas.

-Review documents and drawings.

-Coordinate projects, calendars, and schedules.

-Build sharing solutions on the fly.

When set up correctly, SharePoint ensures the right people have the right information at the right time, allowing you to enjoy the ease at which you and your organization meets deadlines, shares critical information, and captures new opportunities.

To get your team trained on SharePoint, contact me today at 312 863-6507.

Thank you and have a successful rest of the week!

Sincerely,

Pamela B. Bell

CMMS data group

25 E. Washington Street, Suite 1465

Chicago, IL 60602 . U.S.A.

Direct Phone: 312 863-6507

Main Office: 312 863-6500

Main Fax: 801 991-6567

Click here to view CMMS data group's "Tracking Work" iPresentation:

www.rcm-1.com/forms/cmmsdg02_reg.htm

Click here to view CMMS data group's "Tracking Parts" iPresentation:

www.rcm-1.com/forms/cmmsdg01_reg.htm

Corporate Website:

www.CMMSdatagroup.com

Now Hiring Consultants!

CMMS_Jonathan — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:18:00 GMT

Software & Training Consultant

Overview

This is an opportunity to be a part of a fast-paced, agile software and consulting company that develops innovative technology products for the asset management industry. We focus on the quality of life for our employees and the quality of products and services for our customers.

CMMS data group seeks a driven, self-motivated consultant who works effectively both independently and within a team environment. This is an entry-level position requiring a minimum of 50% travel. Your success is our success. Thus, you will receive the tools needed to achieve success.

Responsibilities

Train customers on various software packages, both on-site and off-site (on-site visits require travel).
Write site reports summarizing each visit.
Provide a high level of customer service to each customer.
Perform various software installations.
Provide light technical support to customers.

Qualifications

You must possess the following:

Bachelor's degree
Team player attitude
Outgoing personality with the ability to perform and work well under pressure
The ability to handle day-to-day work challenges and shifting priorities
Typing skills (minimum: 45 words per minute)
Attention to detail

Technologies

The ideal candidate will be proficient (1+ years) with the following technologies:

Web Applications
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time salaried position with bonus and benefits.

Contact

jobs@CMMSdatagroup.com

CMMS data group Announces Crystal Reports Technical Support!

CMMS_Pamela — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:42:00 GMT

Good morning. I am pleased to announce our latest offering: Crystal Reports Technical Support.

Struggles

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Do you struggle with connecting to different databases or need help with general Crystal Reports setup? If so, look no further, CMMS data group is here to help.

New Reports

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Design, manage, and deliver winning reports.

Existing Reports

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Sometimes, existing Crystal Reports contained in software packages do not give you the information you are looking for, are not organized, or do not look the way you want them to (company logo, titles, colors). With Crystal Reports, modify reports so they tell the story you want them to tell and look the way you want them to look.

Multiple Databases

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Crystal Reports can pull data from multiple databases. Build a report to pull data from your CMMS/EAM software package as well as a predictive maintenance or accounting software package, eliminating the need to generate separate reports and merge data from each report, saving time and money.

IT Dependence

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With Crystal Reports, as long as you have rights to connect to a database, you do not have to add workload to your IT department or be dependent on it because you can build or modify the report yourself.

Your reporting options are limitless with Crystal Reports. For tips, tricks, and to take full advantage of Crystal Reports, call us today for technical support.

Training

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Additionally, we offer Crystal Reports training. Off-site classes are next month in January. Join us in Chicago, IL, Raleigh, NC, or San Diego, CA to improve your skills by working one-on-one with an expert instructor at one of our training centers. Or, if you like, we would be happy to travel to your facility and work with you and your team there.

CHICAGO, IL

=========== MP2 Advanced with Crystal Reports (5 days: 1/28/08 - 2/1/08)

Days 1-2: MP2 Advanced Features

Days 3-5: Crystal Reports™

SAN DIEGO, CA

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MP2 Advanced with Crystal Reports (5 days: 2/4/08 - 2/8/08)

Days 1-2: MP2 Advanced Features

Days 3-5: Crystal Reports™

RALEIGH, NC

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MP2 Advanced with Crystal Reports (5 days: 2/4/08 - 2/8/08)

Days 1-2: MP2 Advanced Features

Days 3-5: Crystal Reports™

Off-site training costs are $395/day/attendee. To register online, please visit:

Chicago: www.cmmsdatagroup.com/main/Classes-CHICAGO-IL.aspx

San Diego: www.cmmsdatagroup.com/main/Classes-SAN-DIEGO-CA.aspx

Raleigh: www.cmmsdatagroup.com/main/Classes-RALEIGH-NC.aspx

Please contact me for class agendas or additional information.

If you cannot make it in time for January's training, off-site training classes are held quarterly (next classes will be held in April). On-site training is available anytime and can be scheduled at your convenience.

Have a successful day!

Sincerely,

Pamela B. Bell

CMMS data group

25 E. Washington Street, Suite 1465

Chicago, IL 60602 . U.S.A.

Direct Phone: 312 863-6507

Main Office: 312 863-6500

Main Fax: 801 991-6567

Click here to view CMMS data group's "Tracking Work" iPresentation:

www.rcm-1.com/forms/cmmsdg02_reg.htm

Click here to view CMMS data group's "Tracking Parts" iPresentation:

www.rcm-1.com/forms/cmmsdg01_reg.htm

Corporate Website:

www.CMMSdatagroup.com

Ever wonder how durable a handheld is? Now you will know, check out the IP Ratings!

CMMS_Jonathan — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:34:00 GMT

Did someone ever tell you that one handheld is more durable than another?

Could they tell you why?

Well I can give you all information you will need on it.

Here is a list of the models we support for CMMS data group's wireless MVP capture software :

The Symbol MC50 is not rated
The Symbol MC70 is IP54
The Symbol PPT8800 is IP54
The Unitech PA600 is IP64
The Unitech PA500 is IP42

The first digit indicates the level of protection that the enclosure provides against access to hazardous parts (e.g., electrical conductors, moving parts) and the ingress of solid foreign objects.

0	No special protection.
1	Protection against solid objects over 50mm. (e.g. hands)
2	Protection against solid objects over 12mm. (e.g. fingers)
3	Protection against solid objects over 2.5mm. (e.g. tools and wires)
4	Protection against solid objects over 1.0mm . (e.g. small wires)
5	Protection against dust - limited ingress. (No harmful deposit)
6	Protection against dust - dust tight. (Total protection)

The second digit indicates the protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against harmful ingress of water.

0	No special protection
1	Protection from dripping water.
2	Protection from vertically dripping water.
3	Protection from sprayed water.
4	Protection from splashed water.
5	Protection from water projected from a nozzle
6	Protection against heavy seas, or powerful jets of water.
7	Protection against immersion.
8	Protection against complete, continuous submersion in water

The PA600 by Unitech wins the race as being the most durable handheld, which model do you need?

The Truth from Ruth Blog Begins Today!

CMMS_Ruth — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 23:58:00 GMT

Welcome to my blog!!!

My name is Ruth Church (nee Olszewski) and I'm the president and founder of CMMS data group. I'm so very excited to share information about CMMS data group with the maintenance world via this new communication method.

Here is what CMMS data group is about: Through best-practices consulting services and profit-centered software solutions, CMMS data group shares its knowledge with maintenance departments to ensure peak performance, maximized operations efficiency, and minimized maintenance costs. From years of working in the maintenance industry and with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software packages, CMMS data group not only has the tools and solutions, but the experience, strength, and expertise needed to make any maintenance department world-class.

The bottom line is that we deliver technology and knowledge to maintenance departments because we want manufacturing plants to remain profitable and not to shut down. Maintenance departments seem to always be the last department on the technology totem pole. Most top executives think that Maintenance is a necessary evil. However, I know otherwise. When you invest in maintenance, you invest in the longevity of your plant because you are investing in capacity. With reliable capacity, both internal and external customers will be satisfied and plants will remain open and profitable. Without capacity, any plant will fail.

When Maintenance is given the tools needed to succeed, it's been my experience that expectations are exceeded 100% of the time. I have many success stories and in the days to come, I will share them with you.

To success!

Jan 2008 CMMS data group MP2 Training

CMMS_Jonathan — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:50:00 GMT

Join us this January for MP2, Crystal Reports, Equipment Reliability training in Chicago, IL, Raleigh, NC, or San Diego, CA. Improve your skills by working one-on-one with an expert instructor at one of our training centers, or, if you like, we would be happy to travel to your facility and work with you and your team there.

By attending MP2 training, you'll learn how to save your plant time and money by unleashing the power of MP2. By attending Crystal Reports, you'll learn how to design, manage, and deliver winning reports. By attending Equipment Reliability training, you'll learn how to make motors, bearings, couplings, belts, chains, and other equipment components operate 2-5 times longer, as well as how to increase equipment uptime, reduce maintenance costs, and maximize the overall profitability of your plant.

Good news! The CMRP exam has been added to the Equipment Reliability training session and is open to the public. The CMRP exam has become the international standard measure of competence in our field. The test will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8 and costs $375 with SMRP membership ($250 without membership). For details on the exam, please visit: http://www.smrp.org/certs_standards/SMRP_Professional_Certification/order_reference_guide.htm. For details on Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals (SMRP) membership, please visit: http://www.smrp.org/join_SMRP/Membership_Benefits.htm.

RALEIGH, NC

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Week 1: Equipment Reliability (3 days: 1/7/08 - 1/9/08)

Day 1: Predictive & Proactive Maintenance

Day 2: Lubrication Excellence

Day 2: CMRP Exam (evening)

Day 3: Equipment Life Extension/RCM

Week 2: MP2 Basics (5 days: 1/14/08 - 1/18/08)

Day 1: Navigating MP2

Days 2-3: Work Order/Task Management

Days 4-5: Parts Management

Week 3: MP2 Advanced with Crystal Reports (5 days: 1/21/08 - 1/25/08)

Days 1-2: MP2 Advanced Features

Days 3-5: Crystal Reports™

CHICAGO, IL

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Week 1:

Day 1: Barcoding Basics (1/8/08)

Days 2-3: Computer Basics (1/9/08 - 1/10/08)

Days 2-3: MP2 System Administrator (1/9/08 - 1/10/08)

Day 4: MP2 Top Management Briefing (1/11/08)

Week 2: MP2 Basics (5 days: 1/21/08-1/25/08)

Day 1: Navigating MP2

Days 2-3: Work Order/Task Management

Days 4-5: Parts Management

Week 3: MP2 Advanced with Crystal Reports (5 days: 1/28/08 - 2/1/08)

Days 1-2: MP2 Advanced Features

Days 3-5: Crystal Reports™

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Week 1: MP2 Basics (5 days: 1/28/08 - 2/1/08)

Day 1: Navigating MP2

Days 2-3: Work Order/Task Management

Days 4-5: Parts Management

Week 2: MP2 Advanced with Crystal Reports (5 days: 2/4/08 - 2/8/08)

Days 1-2: MP2 Advanced Features

Days 3-5: Crystal Reports™

To register online, please visit:

Chicago

San Diego

Raleigh

Please contact us for class agendas or additional information.

Have an excellent rest of the week!

Top Requested Features of a CMMS / EAM Product

CMMS_Jonathan — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the first entry of my blog!

My name is Jonathan Clark and I work for CMMS data group. Our main focus is how to improve your company’s maintenance department. We are always in the process of developing new ideas, services, or products that can improve the efficiency of the maintenance world.Recently I have been compiling some of the most requested features for a CMMS or EAM product. What would you request? Here are a few examples.

A flexible reporting system that allows a company to create any report they would need.
Wireless access to the data through any internet capable device.
A system that will allow a company to be 100% paperless on work orders and purchase orders.