Guides & how-tos
Practical guides for facilities and property professionals
Buyer's Guide for operations software
What do you need to do to ensure a successful software implementation? In this buyer's guide for CAFM and operations software, we answer this question
Key terms explained ... Your FM Glossary
Here Cleverly provides you with an explanation of some of the most common terms found within the facilities management industry.
Is it worth it (or too late!) to switch your main operations software?
It might seem scary to change your primary operations software. You must be confident the benefits outweigh any inconvenience. Read how to ensure success.
What is the residual value of an asset?
Assets cost money to buy and maintain? If there is anything left when they are past their useful life that is the residual value. Here is some more info.
How Can IoT Sensors Improve Operating Efficiency?
IoT (or Internet of Things) sensors can make it much easier to operate your workplace, estate or any other asset. Read about different types and uses.
How can you manage your workplace more easily?
Making your workplace run more smoothly has an impact on people and ultimately, productivity. How can you streamline its operation? Cleverly can help.
CAFM vs CMMS vs IWMS
CAFM, CMMS and IWMS are all commonly-heard acronyms in the facilities management world. What is actually the difference?
What's the difference between workflow & robotic process automation?
Artificial intelligence and machine learning means different things in different contexts. Here we look at workflow automation versus RPA
What is the internet of things?
Cleverly uses sensors to automate workflow processes and improve digitalisation. But what is the internet of things? Well, read here to get more info.
What is a building management system (BMS)?
Ever wondered how buildings are controlled today? Welcome to the world of the bulding management system (BMS). Here we look at how and why they are used.
What is an IWMS?
Integrated Workplace Management Systems is another way in which digitalisation is impacting the worlds of facilities and space management. What are they?
What is planned preventative maintenance (PPM)?
Planned preventative maintenance involves creating a scheduled set of tasks to improve asset life and reduce costs. How can they be successful? Read here.
What is a CMMS?
Computerised maintenance management systems is a bit of a mouthful, so it was abbreviated to CMMS. But what is a CMMS and how should you choose one?