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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.
CMMS
You Get What You Pay For: Evaluating CMMS Beyond Cost
In today’s dynamic business landscape, organizations rely on Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to streamline maintenance process’, help maintainers maximize asset performance, and ensure regulatory compliance. With over 400 CMMS solutions available – and more flooding the market every year...
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5 "Genius" Quotes to Inspire Better Facilities Maintenance
There seem to be an endless amount of "inspirational quotes" out there in the form of social media...
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What If... Your Assets Are Failing More Than You Planned For?
Part 1 of our “What If...” series on smarter asset maintenance What if an asset you own starts...
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The Power of a Mobile CMMS
I sometimes recall “olden times” stories with my kids about the days before cell phones, where if...
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5 Common Causes of Equipment Failure and How to Avoid Them
When equipment fails, even a short disruption can slow your operations, increase costs, and...
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A Practical 4-Step Approach for Creating Smarter Capital Plans
Capital planning is shifting fast. What used to be considered simply an annual budgeting exercise...
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Equipment Inventory Management: A Complete Guide to Tracking and Controlling Your Assets
From small tools to heavy machinery, every piece of equipment you manage represents a significant...
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10 Proven Strategies to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Climate change isn't just an environmental issue; it's a business imperative. Organizations...
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Winter Is Coming: Is Your School Ready for the Cold?
As someone who has witnessed the devastating impacts of winter-related facility failures firsthand...
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Why 7 of America’s “Top 10 CCRCs for 2025" Rely on Brightly Software
Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) continue to grow in popularity for today’s senior...
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From Raw Data to Smart Capital Planning: Key Takeaways from our APPA Webinar 2025
I recently had the chance to host an APPA webinar highlighting the critical role of strategic asset...
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Findings from the New 2026 Asset Lifecycle Report
Asset, facility, and infrastructure management are as complex and critical as ever. From tightening...
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Entering a New Era of Joint Commission Accreditation: What Hospitals Need to Know About Accreditation 360
In June 2025, the Joint Commission (JC) announced major revisions to its accreditation standards for...