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The Brightly blog offers trends, tips and good news to make your future bright - from "how to" articles to get the most out of our software from product experts, to in-depth analysis of today's top news in asset management by the industry's top thought leaders, looking behind-the-scenes at the Brightly brand and culture, and deep dives with leaders from across the organization.
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Thought Leadership
CMMS and Cybersecurity: Strengthening Your Defense in Industry
The Case for Security Would you be comfortable knowing that complete strangers were wandering around your yard and inside your house? Most of us would say, “No way!”, even if we trust that most people don’t have malicious intent. We...
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From SchoolDude to Brightly: 25 Years of Building Brighter Futures
Back in 1999, Brightly Software began as SchoolDude, a company with a funny name, but a serious...
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How to Effectively Present Your Asset Management Plans to Healthcare Leadership
With the increasing complexity of healthcare facilities and the need for reliable equipment to...
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Market Overview: Trends and Challenges Facing the Paper & Packing Industries
According to the Pulp and Paper Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis Report, the global paper and...
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CMMS & AIP: A Profitable Pairing for Enhanced Asset Management
Managing physical assets effectively is a key challenge for today’s facilities, operations, and...
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3 Benefits of Asset Investment Planning for Government
Asset Investment Planning (AIP) may sound complex to some, but it really isn’t. The simple fact is...
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Capital Planning in Manufacturing: How to Build a Blueprint for Long-Term Growth
In manufacturing, capital planning is an integral part of building long-term growth, ensuring that...
How to protect your operations budget during inflation
In times of inflation, smart technology can help maximize budgets (including help with grant or funding requests) through more effective utility management, smart asset management, and reduced long-term or emergency costs from preventive maintenance.
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Local Government is Looking Ahead: A Brief Review of ICMA 2024
I was delighted to spend time at the International City/County Managers Association annual...
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Building Resiliency in Local Government
Nearly every day we hear about extreme weather impacting a community. Flooding, heat, wildfires...
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CMMS vs. ERP: Which is Better for Manufacturing Maintenance?
In any manufacturing industry, achieving productivity and efficiency targets is paramount. However...
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Maximizing Facility Performance with Data-Driven Asset Management
Effective asset management is essential for facilities looking to optimize operations, reduce costs...
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The Importance of Service Levels in a Municipality
Most communities have mission statements that publicly set expectations for that community. For...
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Preparing for the Future: 3 Ways to Mitigate Risks and Build a More Resilient Community
Every community wants to be resilient. Being able to withstand adversity and come back stronger is...
