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Bridging the Gap Between Software and Success: How SMS and Apty Are Redefining Digital Adoption

Organizations invest heavily in enterprise software to improve performance, streamline operations, and make better decisions. Even the most advanced tools can fall short, not because of their capabilities, but because of how they are adopted

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The PdM Playbook: How to Move from Pilot to Plantwide Success

Let’s be honest. This is how it usually goes: The pilot worked. The alerts came in. The data was useful. The team even acted on a few issues before any unplanned downtime.

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How to Justify the Cost of Predictive Maintenance (Without Triggering a CFO Meltdown)

This is Part 4 of our five-part series on overcoming the real barriers to advanced analytics and predictive maintenance.

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Legacy Isn’t the Problem: How to Modernize Without Starting Over

Predictive maintenance doesn’t require a rip-and-replace strategy. Here’s how manufacturers can bridge the gap between aging systems and modern insights.

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Why Manufacturers Struggle to Adopt Predictive Maintenance

Struggling to turn pilot projects into full-scale PdM success? You’re not alone.
We recently published a whitepaper on the five biggest barriers holding manufacturers back from digital transformation, including predictive maintenance (PdM) initiatives - and what it actually takes to overcome them.

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No Strategy, No Results: Why PdM Fails Without a Plan

This is Part 2 of our five-part series on overcoming the real barriers to predictive maintenance.

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Enhancing Efficiency and Safety: The Importance of Real-Time Monitoring for Critical Industrial Equipment

In the dynamic landscape of industrial operations, the significance of real-time monitoring for critical equipment cannot be overstated. As industries evolve and become more reliant on complex machinery and processes, the need to ensure operational efficiency, prevent downtime, and prioritize safety becomes paramount.

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The Pro's and Con's of a Managed Service

When considering whether to opt for a managed service or ownership model for various aspects of business operations, including IT infrastructure, software applications, or equipment, it's essential to weigh the pros and cons of each approach.

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