f this action step is to evaluate the existing work management system(s) in relations to the goals and performance objectives of the proposed CMMS. Efforts to design the system should be focused on the three elements of the SAMM model related to the management practices and computer technology: the work methodology (scheduling methods, paper processing practices, and performance reports); the information technology (computer hardware, software, and peripherals); and the database (text and graphical data sources). Steps 7- Developing the CMMS SpecificationDeveloping the CMMS specification involves documenting the entire requirement for developing a complete computerized maintenance management system. The document should be prepared in the format suitable for the type of development effort, i.e., in-house software development (system specification); or off- the shelf purchase of commercial CMMS software. It should cover the following system requirement:Computer hardware: Mini/Micro technology; file server, terminals, CPU, peripherals.Operating systems platform and software: LAN/WAN networks, software interfaces.Maintenance management software: programmed functions & features, reports, & interfacesDatabases: detail of data elements, file structure, data formats for reportingWork methodologies: re-engineering of information flow processes, procedures, controlsResource requirements: hardware and software budgets, project time constraints, personnelInstallation Support: consulting, training, software maintenance, hardware maintenance.Step 8 Developing or Selecting the Information TechnologyDeveloping or selecting the information technology are two diverse means to achieving the same end procuring the maintenance management software application. It behooves business and organizations to evaluate commercially available software applications before deciding on an in-house custom software development effort. Developing maintenance management so...
