Asset Pro, Asset Pro Mobile and Asset Pro CMMS, also known as a Computerized Maintenance Management System, is a software solution designed to help organizations manage their maintenance operations effectively. This system has been in existence since 2003, introduced in Canada and a few days later in the USA and has since then evolved to meet the changing needs of businesses in different industries around the world in over 100 languages. In this article, we will delve into the history of Asset Pro CMMS and its journey since 2003.

Asset Pro (Mobile and CMMS) design and development started in 2002 and first released in 2003 by a small but enthusiastic group of professionals with a background in computer science, engineering, GIS, accounting and maintenance management. The founders recognized the need for a comprehensive solution to manage maintenance operations in different industries, and Asset Pro CMMS was born. The software was designed to streamline maintenance processes, reduce downtime, and increase asset reliability. It was so effective a competitor, Maintenance Connection, asked us to partner with them has been whiteboxed as "Maintenance Connection Everywhere" and, since 2004 sold as a companion product to the Maintenance Connection family, that story is told in detail elsewhere and was spearheaded by the "Asset Pro Solutions Inc." DBA "Maintenance Connection Canada" company in Canada who took on the Asset Pro Solutions Inc. name when they became our first dealer, and then the Maintenance Connection Canada name as well for their sales of the MCe branded version of Asset Pro. That product focused on the technician mobile online and offline side of the needs, and the administrator version of Asset Pro CMMS sat with it's humble beginnings, deferring to Maintenance Connection for most purposes.

Over the years, Asset Pro CMMS has undergone various upgrades and improvements to make it more user-friendly and efficient. The software has been enhanced to include more features, such as mobile accessibility, real-time data tracking, and predictive maintenance capabilities. These upgrades have made Asset Pro CMMS a more robust and versatile maintenance management solution that meets the ever-changing needs of businesses in different industries. It has sat in the shadow of another one of our products MCe due to the quality and strength of the Maintenance Connection offerings up to 2020. In 2019, one of the principals of the original Maintenance Connection dev team encouraged our team to bring the Administrator version of Asset Pro CMMS up to at least parity with the MRO version of Maintenance Connection to bring the benefits of MCe to administrators instead of just technicians. The proposal was that that version of Asset Pro Administrator would also be mostly sold under the "Maintenance Connection Everywhere" brand, continuing to be the great partner with MRO that we have been for 20 years.

One of the key features of Asset Pro CMMS is its ability to streamline maintenance operations. The software enables organizations to automate their maintenance processes, including scheduling, work orders, and inventory management. This automation reduces the need for manual intervention, which helps to minimize errors and improve efficiency. With Asset Pro CMMS, businesses can also track their assets’ lifecycles, including maintenance history and cost, which helps to plan for future maintenance activities and budgeting. Asset Pro CMMS also offers real-time data tracking, which is essential for effective maintenance management. The software collects data on different aspects of asset performance, such as uptime, downtime, and repair times. This data is then analyzed to identify trends and patterns that help businesses to make informed decisions about maintenance activities. Real-time data tracking through the DataHub and MCe API also enables organizations to monitor assets remotely, which helps to identify potential problems before they escalate.

Asset Pro CMMS has also made significant strides in mobile accessibility. The software has always been available on the best mobile devices available at the time, enabling maintenance teams to access and update information on the go. This feature is particularly useful for businesses with remote or distributed teams, as it enables them to coordinate their maintenance activities seamlessly.

Asset Pro CMMS has also been recognized for its user-friendly interface, which makes it easy for organizations to adopt and integrate into their maintenance operations. The software has a simple and intuitive design that is easy to navigate, making it accessible to maintenance teams with varying levels of technical expertise. In conclusion, Asset Pro CMMS has come a long way since its inception in 2003. The software has evolved to meet the changing needs of businesses in different industries, offering features such as mobile accessibility, real-time data tracking, and predictive maintenance capabilities. Asset Pro CMMS has also maintained its reputation for being user-friendly and easy to integrate into maintenance operations. With its comprehensive set of features and intuitive design, Asset Pro CMMS is a reliable and efficient maintenance management solution that helps businesses reduce downtime, improve asset reliability, and increase operational efficiency.