The Hidden Costs of an Idle Machine

In manufacturing, every minute counts. When a machine stops, production drops, costs climb, and delivery deadlines slip. Identifying, categorizing, and reducing those stops is one of the fastest ways to boost uptime and profitability. But before you can improve your production’s efficiency, you need to measure it. That starts with a clear understanding of the three equipment states: uptime, downtime, and idle time. Uptime, Downtime, and Idle Time Defined Uptime is the period when a machine i

Luke Bennett

Updated in oct 15, 2025

MTTF Made Simple: Predict Failures and Prevent Downtime

Learn how to calculate and apply MTTF to reduce failures, optimize inventory, and make data-driven replacement decisions with Tractian CMMS.

Michael Smith

Updated in oct 10, 2025

Boost Wrench Time with AI SOPs: Faster Fixes, Fewer Delays

Wrench time is where reliability is won. AI SOPs put the right steps in a technician’s hands at the moment of work, so fixes start sooner and finish right. On most floors, procedures live in too many places and change without a clear trail. Static or scattered SOPs drift between shifts, approvals sit in inboxes, and the real method survives as tribal know-how. That is when stop-and-ask moments multiply, handoffs slow, and the backlog grows. The cost isn’t only the delay. It is a steady loss of

Billy Cassano

Updated in sep 22, 2025

Why Pay More for the Same Wrench? Tractian Beats Top CMMS Providers by 15%

Every CMMS promises the same basics: work orders, mobile app, preventive maintenance, parts management, and now AI. Those are the table stakes. If the core functionalities are nearly identical, why would you pay a higher price? The truth is that most platforms charge a premium for features that should be the standard. Predictive insights, multi-site visibility, and customization aren’t extras anymore, they’re requirements for keeping modern facilities running. And yet, many maintenance teams ar

Billy Cassano

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Get Every Repair Right with AI SOPs + Document Analysis

Improve first-time fix rate maintenance by giving every technician the exact, approved steps for each asset, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality in repair execution. Leaders track first-time fix rate maintenance because it determines how often a problem is solved on the first visit, without callbacks or rework. Every repeat visit compounds downtime, increases labor and parts costs, and exposes quality declines that can ripple through the production process. Audit stress increases when i

Billy Cassano

Updated in sep 22, 2025

Turn Rookies into Pros with AI SOPs + Document Analysis

A new hire steps onto the floor and finds three versions of the same procedure. One lives in a vendor PDF. One is a photo of a whiteboard. One is a hand-scribbled note in a binder. Senior techs are busy and can’t hand-hold the rookie. Questions pile up, first-time fixes fail, and downtime demands attention in the form of rework.  With 74% of companies reporting a shortage of skilled workers, teams are filling gaps with rookies who need clear guidance at the machine, not after the fact. Shadow t

Billy Cassano

Updated in sep 22, 2025

Fix It Fast, Fix It Right with AI SOPs + Document Analysis

Agile maintenance teams plan in short cycles, set clear sprint goals, and adjust quickly when priorities shift. That cadence breaks when diagnosis drags. Complex troubleshooting slows standups, pushes PMs off the calendar, and keeps work-in-progress stuck while crews wait for the next best step.  If the goal is rapid, repeatable execution, speed to understanding the problem matters as much as speed with the wrench. Unplanned downtime costs manufacturers roughly $50 billion per year. However, pr

Billy Cassano

Updated in sep 22, 2025

MaintainX vs UpKeep 2025: It’s Not Who You Think

MaintainX and UpKeep go head to head on pricing, features, and reviews and the winner might surprise you.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

MaintainX vs Limble 2025: Different Paths to Uptime

MaintainX and Limble go head-to-head on pricing, features, and reviews, but the true standout CMMS may surprise you

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

MaintainX vs Fiix 2025: Popular Picks with Different Trade-offs

Discover how MaintainX and Fiix stack up on features, cost, and offline execution, and meet the unified CMMS raising the bar in maintenance.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Accruent Alternatives: Best CMMS for Maintenance Teams in 2025

Looking for a better CMMS than Accruent? Discover 3 smarter alternatives, including Tractian — the only platform with in-house sensors and AI diagnostics.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Do More With a Smaller Crew Using AI CMMS Software

Across manufacturing and heavy industry, maintenance leaders face a shared reality: smaller crews, rising demands, and no room for inefficiency. Where ten technicians once handled daily operations, now five must keep critical assets online. This is no longer a temporary labor challenge. It is the new normal. Running maintenance with a small crew means every decision carries more weight. Every technician must cover more ground. Every misstep directly threatens production. It means that understaf

Michael Smith

Updated in sep 22, 2025

Top 3 eMaint Alternatives for Maintenance Teams

Looking for a better CMMS than eMaint? Discover 3 smarter alternatives, including Tractian — the only platform with in-house sensors and AI diagnostics.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Top 3 UpKeep Alternatives for Maintenance Teams

Looking for a better CMMS than UpKeep? Discover 3 smarter alternatives, including Tractian — the only platform with in-house sensors and AI diagnostics.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Top 3 Fiix Alternatives for Maintenance Teams

Looking for a better CMMS than Fiix? Discover 3 smarter alternatives, including Tractian — the only platform with in-house sensors and AI diagnostics.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Top 3 MaintainX Alternatives for Maintenance Teams

Looking for a better CMMS than MaintainX? Discover 3 smarter alternatives, including Tractian — the only platform with in-house sensors and AI diagnostics.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Top 3 Limble CMMS Alternatives for Maintenance Teams

Looking for a better CMMS than Limble CMMS? Discover 3 smarter alternatives, including Tractian — the only platform with in-house sensors and AI diagnostics.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Total Acid Number (TAN): Complete Guide for Maintenance

Learn how Total Acid Number (TAN) monitoring helps prevent acid corrosion, protect equipment, and drive real maintenance actions with Tractian CMMS.

Billy Cassano

Updated in jul 30, 2025

How to Measure and Improve Overall Operations Effectiveness (OOE)

Go beyond OEE and learn how to measure and improve Overall Operations Effectiveness (OOE) using real-time insights with Tractian CMMS.

Billy Cassano

Updated in jul 30, 2025

Defect Density: Definition, Metrics, and Implementation

Track, reduce, and prevent defects with a data-driven strategy. Learn how defect density connects quality issues to equipment performance.

Billy Cassano

Updated in jul 30, 2025

What Is Stockout? Causes, Costs, and Prevention Strategies

Prevent stockouts before they disrupt operations. Learn what causes them, how to calculate the cost, and how Tractian helps you stay ahead.

Billy Cassano

Updated in jul 30, 2025

3 Best CMMS Software For Facilities

Discover the top 3 CMMS platforms for facilities that give you real-time control, easy execution, and tools your team will actually use | Tractian

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

5 Best Heavy Equipment Maintenance Software (CMMS) for 2025

Compare the best heavy equipment maintenance software for 2025 andee how top CMMS platforms stack up in features, pricing, and performance.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

How To Calculate And Manage Slow-Moving Parts Percentages

Find out how you can calculate and manage Slow-Moving Parts Percentages while also being able to better control your operation with a CMMS.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in jul 25, 2025

Stock Turnover Ratio Formula And Calculation Methods

Learn how to calculate and improve stock turnover ratio to reduce costs, avoid stockouts, and optimize inventory across your manufacturing operation.

Michael Smith

Updated in jul 23, 2025

Mean Time to Detect: A Complete MTTD Guide for Maintenance Teams

Learn how to reduce mean time to detect (MTTD), prevent hidden failures, and protect your assets with real-time insights and predictive monitoring.

Billy Cassano

Updated in sep 22, 2025

What Is Remaining Useful Life and Why It Matters for Maintenance

Learn how RUL estimation helps prevent downtime, reduce costs, and optimize maintenance planning with real data and predictive insights | Tractian

Billy Cassano

Updated in jul 23, 2025

5 Best Maintenance Software (CMMS) for Fleet Operations

Discover the top 5 maintenance software for fleet operations and compare features and pricing to find the best CMMS for your site's real-world needs.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

5 Best Maintenance Software (CMMS) for Mining Operations

Discover the top 5 maintenance software for mining in 2025 and compare features and pricing to find the best CMMS for your site's real-world needs.

Geraldo Signorini

Updated in sep 26, 2025

Right First Time (RFT): A Complete Guide for Maintenance Teams

Discover how maintenance teams reduce downtime by getting tasks right the first try. This comprehensive guide to Right First Time reveals how.

Alex Vedan

Updated in jul 17, 2025