Stop Fighting Fires. Start Preventing Them

Reactive repairs cost 3–5x more than the same work done on a schedule. Most teams underestimate that cost until they add it up.

This guide walks you through the exact path from reactive to preventive, including:

• How to build an asset registry that actually supports a PM program
• Setting PM intervals using manufacturer specs and your own failure history
• Scheduling PMs your team can realistically hit (without burning them out)
• The compliance targets and warning signs to watch in your first 90 days
• A clear scorecard for knowing when you've made the shift

Whether you're starting from spreadsheets or already running a CMMS, this is the playbook for turning maintenance from a cost center into a controlled, predictable operation.

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