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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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Why More Facilities Managers Should Track Asset Health
Even when facing tightening budgets, aging infrastructure, and growing operational demands, it can...
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4 Things to Always Include in Your Capital Plans
Capital planning demands are constant and ever-growing. Finance leaders must ensure investments...
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7 Hidden Costs of Not Using a CMMS
Whether you oversee a school district, a hospital, a plant, or a senior living facility, keeping...
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The Asset Lifecycle Journey: A Guide to Building a Smarter, More Proactive Asset Strategy
Facilities and equipment are the backbone of many organizations, making efficient asset lifecycle...
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Self-Performed FCAs vs Traditional Methods: Which Is Right for Your Facility?
In today’s data-driven world, effective facilities management goes beyond just maintaining buildings...
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Strategic Asset Management and Planning, Design, and Construction: Day-One Resiliency in Facility Operations
The handover from the planning, design, and construction (PDC) phase to day-to-day operations is...
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How to Improve User Engagement for Successful CMMS Implementations
Implementation of a computerized maintenance management system ( CMMS ) can transform your asset...
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Why ERP & Finance Systems Aren't Asset Management Systems
Government enterprise resource planning (ERP) and finance systems are built to handle the...
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How the Global Plastics Industry is Evolving Amid New Challenges and Opportunities
According to recent research, the global plastic industry market is expected to reach $824 billion...
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Findings from the 2025 State of Asset & Facilities Report – and What They Mean for You
The world of asset and facilities management is evolving rapidly. For asset managers and decision...
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From FacilityDude to Brightly Software: A Legacy of Innovation
In 2007, FacilityDude was launched to expand the capabilities of SchoolDude beyond education and...
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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...