Maximo Blog — Tips, Strategy & MAS Updates
In-depth articles for Maximo administrators, maintenance managers, and enterprise IT teams navigating IBM's EAM ecosystem.
CMMS Software Comparison: Maximo vs SAP vs Oracle vs Fiix 2026
Which CMMS is right for your organization? This guide compares IBM Maximo, SAP Plant Maintenance, Oracle EAM, and Fiix across key dimensions: asset management depth, integration, mobile, pricing, and implementation complexity.
AI in Maintenance: Interview with an EAM Specialist 2026
Sarah Mitchell, Director of Asset Reliability with 22 years in manufacturing EAM, explains how to start with IoT sensors, avoid common AI implementation pitfalls, and measure real ROI from predictive maintenance programs.
Expert Interview: MAS Migration Lessons from the Field 2026
David Chen, Senior IBM Maximo Architect with 18 years of EAM consulting, walks through the real challenges of MAS migration: integration complexity, customization risk, user adoption, and how to set realistic timelines.
Maximo 7.6 vs MAS: Full Comparison Guide 2026
Maximo 7.6 and MAS serve different organizational needs. This comparison covers architecture, licensing, feature delta, support lifecycle, and the key questions that should drive your decision.
Maximo Glossary: 50 Essential EAM & CMMS Terms 2026
From Work Orders to OEE and MAS AppPoints, this A-to-Z glossary defines 50 essential IBM Maximo and CMMS terms for maintenance professionals navigating enterprise asset management in 2026.
Maximo Integration Framework: REST APIs & XML Guide 2026
From MIF object structures to MAS REST endpoints, this guide covers the architecture, configuration, and practical patterns for integrating IBM Maximo with ERP systems, IoT platforms, and enterprise middleware.
Maximo Work Order Best Practices: 15 Tips for 2026
From work order classification to mobile actuals and automation rules, these 15 IBM Maximo best practices help maintenance teams reduce backlog, improve compliance, and get measurable results.
Top 20 Maximo Tips & Tricks for Administrators 2026
From cron task scheduling to Application Designer customizations and integration monitoring, these 20 IBM Maximo administrator tips help you improve system performance, user adoption, and data quality in 2026.