Yet more IT acronyms? CMMS and OEE explained

Posted on 3 Jun 2010 by The Manufacturer

The computer industry loves to use acronyms. The reason is undoubtedly the element of mystery they provide. It is also the inherent – though as yet psychologically unexplored – desire of tech-heads to differentiate between themselves and their colleagues in other departments.

Anyway, try these two for size: 1 CMMS – Computerized Maintenance Management System is also known as Enterprise Asset Management and Computerized Maintenance Management Information. CMMS is all about the use of computer technology to schedule plant and equipment maintenance, track assets, and efficiently carry out overall facility management. 2 OEE – Overall equipment effectiveness…

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