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"Asset Management Is Just Maintenance" - Is This the Most Expensive Myth in Your Organisation?
You’ve probably heard it said: "We've got asset management covered—our maintenance team handles that." It's one of the most common misconceptions in our industry. And it's an expensive one. Because when organisations treat asset management as a synonym for maintenance, they're ignoring about 90% of what actually drives asset performance, cost, and risk. The Myth That Won't Die Here's why this myth persists: maintenance is visible. It's tangible. When something breaks, you f
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Jan 92 min read


Why Do You Actually Need an Asset Management System?
Asset Management System Here's a question that makes asset managers squirm: "Do you have an asset management system?" The answers I hear are fascinating. Some people point to their CMMS. Others mention their asset register, or that maintenance schedule they update every quarter. A few will proudly show me their shiny new EAM software. And here's the uncomfortable truth: none of those things are an asset management system. They're tools. They're data. They're useful. But
philsunderland
Dec 10, 20252 min read


Foundations, Advanced, and Mastering CAMA. What these Asset Managment courses deliver, and how they inter-relate.
This blog is an overview of three online, self‑paced courses designed to build practical, standards‑aligned capability in asset...
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Sep 1, 20253 min read


Asset Management Training: Choosing the Right Delivery Mode for Your CAMA Certification
Introduction to Professional Asset Management Training Options The Asset Management College provides comprehensive Certified Asset...
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May 13, 20253 min read


Understanding Asset Management Organizations and Documents.
From complexity to understanding Asset management is a complex discipline that often presents challenges for professionals trying to navigate its many standards, frameworks, and organizations. Drawing from years of experience teaching and guiding individuals toward certification in asset management, this article aims to clarify the relationships between key asset management bodies and the essential documents that shape the field today. Whether you're new to asset management o
philsunderland
May 13, 20256 min read


Asset Management Terminology: Why Definitions Matter in Professional Practice
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation where you and your colleague are using the same words but then discovered you were talking about different things? In the world of Asset Management, this happens more often than you might think.
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May 12, 20253 min read
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