Having recently attended the virtual UK&I Maximo User Group, I’d like to share some information from the roadmap session around the Maximo Application Suite and a new way of licensing called App Points. Maximo Today Currently, Maximo is at version 7.6.1.2 with...

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BPD Zenith are proud ReliabilityWeb.com Marketplace Partners
This month, BPD Zenith became proud members of the ReliabilityWeb.com Marketplace Program. ReliabilityWeb.com is the first port of call for all thing’s reliability! And they’re heavyweights on social media. You’ve probably came across Terrence, Maura or any of the...
An AI Assistant for your Workforce
The coronavirus pandemic continues to cause disruption to our workforces, and it has got me thinking – your people are your best assets, so what happens if you lose your experts? And what will happen to your assets if your most experienced technicians are restricted,...
Maximo 8.0 – Enabling efficient, reliable and sustainable equipment operations during a time of disruption
During this time of disruption, we are all having to reinvent the ways we live, work and communicate. IBM’s IoT Exchange event was no different and was replaced last week with an innovative digital academy. This is an ongoing virtual environment that will be refreshed...
IoT in Power Generation – Monitoring Transformers
This is the third blog in my series on how we can use IoT and Maximo to help solve business problems. The main focus will be the Power Generation industry given the criticality and high cost of its Assets and continued importance during the current COVID-19 pandemic....
Sensors, sensors everywhere! But are you making use of yours?
With the first electric thermostats coming into the market in 1883 (invented by Warren Johnson); infrared sensors being around since the 1940s; and motion sensors being used in alarm systems since the 1950s; I think it’s fair to say that the concept of sensors isn’t...
Meet the Team – Paul Irving
1. What is your position at BPD Zenith? I’ve had many roles at BPD, starting in the Support Office in Carlisle, then working in delivery as a technician and eventually consultant roles in Aberdeen and Calgary. But 3 years ago I was asked to lead the newly formed...
Meet the Team – Jonathan Nichols
1. What is your position at BPD Zenith? "I joined BPD Zenith around 16 months ago as UK Marketing Coordinator. Initially only to provide maternity cover, but I was delighted to become a permanent member of the team when Helen returned and...
‘Director’s Questions’ with Global CEO, George Lightfoot on 25 Years in the Asset Management business
As BPD Zenith celebrated its 25th year as global asset management specialists in 2019, the directors asked Global CEO George Lightfoot their burning questions. This is part 2 of a blog series, read George's full interview here. Sam Firth, Global Director “What part of...
The ease and power of automation scripts in Maximo
Many of us in the Maximo space are appreciative of the power of automation scripts, however, might not be entirely familiar with various scripting languages like Javascript, Python and their API. How is Python different to Java and Script? Python created by Guido Van...
BPD Zenith demonstrates Connected Assets capability at Tech Data Live
Engaging with the technology community to share insights into both current, and future, Maximo trends and solutions.