Assess the whole maintenance system
PMO Partners evaluates ten dimensions, from organization, IT systems, parts, and scheduling to preventive maintenance, work management, operator care, workplace organization, cost control, and skills. A five-level scale makes strengths and imbalances visible and gives teams a practical baseline.
Focus investment where it matters
Choose the few improvements most relevant to reliability and strategy. One manufacturer needed ownership and procedures to keep its maintenance system current as equipment changed. Another needed better inventory controls after identifying $2.5 million in unlocated parts and assets. A staffing recommendation at an industrial plant carried a conservative $112,000 savings estimate, rather than a claimed realized saving.
Build a repeatable discipline
Use the assessment to support decisions and conversation. Address fundamental gaps, verify progress, and revisit the model once or twice a year. Reliable maintenance depends on current information, clear responsibilities, and consistent execution.