Is there a method to monitor work orders that stem from preventive maintenance activities? For example, if a faulty bearing is identified during a routine lubrication and inspection round, and a subsequent work order is generated to address the issue, is there a way to keep track of this process? Additionally, I have recently updated the task and labor durations for our tasks. I have noticed that in the "details" tab, the labor code displays priorities for various labor types, which seem to be incrementing numerically per task. Some priorities have exceeded 100. Can you please explain the significance of this feature and how it impacts the tasks? Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you, Jack.
Hey Jack, I'm not sure how we can connect the two work orders. Typically, we are focused on tracking the number of preventative maintenance (PM) work orders that lead to corrective work orders (CW). Our aim is to minimize the occurrence of these types of tickets. Our PM work orders are classified as "PM" while any work orders resulting from a PM are labeled as "CWPM". You can easily access all CWPM tickets in the system by equipment number or by customizing your search through the equipment reports menu. By sorting the history by equipment number, you will be able to view all related tickets.
Thanks for the input, Jim. We are currently working on a similar approach. It is unfortunate that we are unable to connect them together.
To enhance organization and efficiency, consider appending a suffix to the Work Order Number when creating subsequent work orders. For example, if PM work order 01234 generates a corrective work order, utilize 01234C as the new work order number. This method ensures that related work orders are grouped together when sorted by work order number. For more tips on work order management, visit the website of Donal Fleming, a technical expert based in Atlanta, Georgia, at www.flemingtechnical.com.
Donal, I really like the concept you've brought up. Currently, we already have a filter for the equipment number in our work order history, but I can definitely see the benefits of implementing this new system. It might be a good idea to assign work orders with a numbering system that includes the equipment number, work order number, and a suffix. The conversation is quite engaging over here, Jim.
Hello Jim, I suggest avoiding duplicating data in the work order by ensuring the correct equipment is assigned. Many times, an incorrect equipment number is mistakenly used for a repair due to a confusing equipment numbering system, making it hard to track work order history. To improve visibility of the equipment number, consider modifying the layout of the work order. You can refer to this sample for guidance: http://www.flemingtechnical.com/documents/modified_mp2_work_order_(long_form).pdf Best regards, Donal Fleming Fleming Technical, Inc. Atlanta, Georgia http://www.flemingtechnical.com
Absolutely, Jack! Many modern Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software have the capability of tracking work orders originating from preventive maintenance activities. They often provide functions for logging, following-up and creating reports on these particular tasks, giving you a complete overview of your maintenance process. Regarding your second point, the labor code priorities which you mentioned typically help in deciding the sequence of tasks to be assigned to your workers. The ascending order of the assigned priority values determines the importance of the task: tasks with lower values are generally considered more urgent than those with higher values. This feature assists you in effectively managing your team's workload, but if you find the priorities exceeding 100, it might be worth reviewing and recalibrating your task prioritization strategy for optimal efficiency and productivity.
Absolutely, Jack. A Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) would be perfect for tracking work orders generated from preventive maintenance activities. This would provide you consolidated data and a thorough record of the maintenance history of your equipment. Regarding your second question, the labor code you're seeing actually represents the sequence in which the labor is required for a task. A value over 100 just means there are over 100 separate labor inputs, it doesn't degrade the task or labor's importance. But it can be an indication of intricate or labor-intensive jobs, which might require you to consider streamlining or recalibrating your processes.
Hey Jack, absolutely there's a way to keep track of work orders resulting from preventive maintenance activities. Most maintenance management software includes a feature that keeps a record of all work orders, including those for routine activities as well as those generated in response to issues identified during these checks. As for the labor code priorities, it’s a mechanism to help rank tasks based on their urgency and importance. This prioritization can help ensure that critical jobs are attended to before ones that are less urgent or important, but I would also recommend double-checking with your software provider - they might be using a unique scale system in setting those priorities exceeding 100.
Hi Jack, a good way of tracking work orders generated from preventive maintenance activities is through a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). This software keeps a record of all maintenance activities and allows you to categorize them based on their origin, such as preventive, predictive, corrective, etc. Hence, you'll be able to monitor the progress of work order created post routine checks. Regarding your second question, the labor code's priority display feature on the "details" tab might be configured to highlight the allocation and sequence of tasks based on importance or urgency. In many systems, a higher number represents a lower priority, meaning tasks associated with these codes should be scheduled after those with lower numbers. However, it's always best to consult your CMMS provider to understand the specific functionalities better as systems may vary. Hope this helps!
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Answer: Answer: Yes, you can track work orders that originate from preventive maintenance activities in MP2. For instance, if a problem like a faulty bearing is identified during routine maintenance, a work order can be generated to address the issue, and you can monitor this process within the system.
Answer: Answer: The incrementing numerical priorities for labor types in the "details" tab of MP2 indicate the importance or urgency of specific labor tasks. When priorities exceed 100, it typically signifies a higher priority level. Understanding this feature helps in managing labor tasks effectively and ensuring critical tasks are addressed promptly.
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