ADORACION, PAUL GABRIEL E.

06/08/2022
ME3F C/E DIAZ
SUMMARY
Getting a planned maintenance system (PMS) can be a tough and time-
consuming task, but there are a few measures you can take to limit down the field of
suppliers to one that will most likely meet your specific requirements.
The article simply discusses how to determine whether a maintenance software
is appropriate for your nautical business. There are various publications that explain
how to recognize good PMS software, but there is limited information on how to validate
it.
Asking a trusted people about their experiences with certain planned
maintenance software is a useful plan of action when learning about new systems,
especially in the maritime industry. It will provide you an understanding of how the
software functions in a real-world setting.
Examine what other colleagues have to say about several parameters, such as
the system's level of stability, ease of data management, and the level of assistance
offered. In addition to viewing the company website, social media provides an
opportunity to discover more about the software company behind the application and its
staff.
Shipowners and operators can use a planned maintenance system to schedule,
perform, and document vessel maintenance in accordance with Class and manufacturer
standards. The goal is to guarantee that vessel operations, including equipment, are
safe and reliable, as well as that all applicable regulations are followed. Depending on
the size and complexity of the shipping firm as well as the types of vessels in operation,
there are several ways to accomplish this. A systematic approach to maintenance is
based on risk assessment in all circumstances, and it starts with the creation of a
comprehensive database of machinery, equipment, and fittings.
You will be able to learn more about the vendor and ask questions that would be
tough to formulate in an email if you attend a live presentation of the scheduled
maintenance software. It's a good idea to prepare these questions ahead of time and to
view the presentation with colleagues from other departments, as their questions may
differ from yours. Following the evaluation of these presentations, you can go on to
software trials. Set up a small test center at this time to test all of the systems that are
still of interest. Establish a schedule and establish who should be involved, such as
supervisors, technical officers, and nautical officers. Consider conducting testing with
coworkers of all genders, skill levels, and ages.
It's also a good idea to investigate how data may be transferred and received
between the ship and shore systems, as well as what kind of permissions can be set up
to manage software access. Validating the office version will include a study of how the
fleet's status is shown, as well as how easy it is to assess the ships' condition or
whether there are any outstanding maintenance projects or non-conformities. The test
should also include constructing a new vessel and updating its details, as well as
evaluating how data is received and implemented from the ships and what performance
statistics are presented (as well as whatever ones you need).
Selecting and validating the most appropriate planned maintenance system.
Reduces equipment downtime and increases overall performance. Because problems
are repaired while they are still minor, repair expenses are decreased. Maintenance
work, parts inventory, tools, and financial costs can be spread out more equally
throughout the year, allowing for more efficient use of people and other resources.
Better planning and ordering of spare components. Assisting in the fulfillment of the
manufacturer's warranty compliance obligations. Overall maintenance expenditures are
being reduced.