[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” module_class=”fpb0 table_of_content_sec” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” module_class=”fpt0 fpb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”2″ module_id=”sectionscrollid2″ module_class=”checkmrk_list anchor_link_class ” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Today, modern maintenance management is a decisive success factor for manufacturing companies. It ensures that systems, machines and equipment work reliably, that safety is guaranteed and that unplanned downtimes are minimized. At the same time, it helps to secure the value of production equipment over its entire service life. <\/p>\n
In this article, we take a closer look at the principles, measures and strategies involved in maintenance management – and how digital solutions such as the “instructor” can help.<\/p>\n
Would you like individual advice on the combination of maintenance activities and our product? Then contact us directly here<\/a>! <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”2″ module_id=”sectionscrollid2″ module_class=”checkmrk_list anchor_link_class ” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Maintenance management refers to the entirety of all organizational, technical and administrative measures required to ensure the functionality of systems, machines and equipment over their entire service life.<\/p>\n The legal basis for this can be found in the relevant regulations: DIN 31051 and DIN EN 13306 provide binding definitions and terms.<\/p>\n At its core, maintenance management is about ensuring that the planned use of objects in the company succeeds without unexpected failures through systematic maintenance planning, clear definition of processes and targeted control of maintenance activities. The aim of maintenance is therefore to preserve the target condition of the production facilities or to restore this condition after malfunctions. <\/p>\n In short, maintenance management ensures that everything runs as it should.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/tepcon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Instandhaltungsmanagement-img-1.jpg” alt=”Central management of maintenance plans and checklists” module_class=”img__radius” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”2″ module_id=”sectionscrollid2″ module_class=”checkmrk_list anchor_link_class ” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The importance of maintenance has increased significantly in recent decades. Whereas in the past, work was often reactive, today it is clear that without targeted maintenance management, downtimes, high costs and limited safety can massively jeopardize the competitiveness of an industrial company. <\/p>\n A strategic organization of maintenance activities ensures the reliable operation of production equipment, buildings and devices. This leads to a longer life cycle of the machines and systems, better productivity and minimization of disruptions to the ongoing process. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”2″ module_id=”sectionscrollid2″ module_class=”checkmrk_list anchor_link_class ” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The legal framework for maintenance management is diverse and forms a binding basis for all companies that operate plant, machinery or equipment.<\/p>\n The consequences of non-compliance with these requirements can be considerable:<\/p>\n This makes it clear that compliance with the standards and legal requirements for maintenance management is not just a question of organization, but also protects the function of the production equipment, ensures competitiveness and minimizes risks for the entire company.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Common_CTA” module_class=”wissen_cta_section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”#2c333a 0%|#2c333a 52%|#532d3b 75%|#b61f3f 100%” background_image=”https:\/\/tepcon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bg-element-3.svg” background_position=”top_center” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ module_class=”vam_a980″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”h2_class white_text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”\/en\/contact\/” button_text=”Contact” button_alignment=”right” module_class=”secondary_btn” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”checkmrk_list anchor_link_class” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In maintenance management, a distinction is made between strategic and operational measures.<\/p>\n Strategic measures include long-term planning, the organization of tasks and the definition of maintenance strategies. The aim is to systematically focus on efficiency, minimize downtimes and extend service life. <\/p>\n Operational measures, on the other hand, relate to the specific implementation of activities such as inspection, maintenance or repair.<\/p>\n Both levels are interlinked: only through a consistent combination of maintenance management strategies and actual practice can companies make optimum use of their production resources.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The cornerstones of maintenance management are defined in DIN 31051:<\/p>\n These four basic measures form the basis of all maintenance activities. They enable systematic implementation, ensure planned use and prevent unplanned downtime. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/tepcon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Stoerungsbedingte-Instandhaltung-img.jpg” alt=”Step-by-step instructions for employees to minimize errors” module_class=”img__radius” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Maintenance management recognizes different maintenance strategies that are applied depending on the property and operation:<\/p>\n Reactive maintenance: Intervention only after a failure. Inexpensive to prepare, risky due to long downtimes. <\/p>\n Preventive maintenance: Time- or usage-dependent measures to minimize risks.<\/p>\n Condition-based maintenance: Monitoring of relevant parameters in order to continuously compare the actual condition with the target condition.<\/p>\n Prospective maintenance: use of data analysis and AI to predict future faults.<\/p>\n The choice of the appropriate strategy depends on the function, value and use of the systems. A combination of different approaches and measures is often chosen to achieve the intended goal. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Modern maintenance is much more than just repairing defective machines. It is an integral part of management and crucial to a company’s productivity and competitiveness. Above all, however, it is an ongoing process that requires constant adjustments and new measures: the entire maintenance project requires management attention at all times. <\/p>\n Through clear organization, systematic planning and intelligent control of maintenance activities, the benefits of high system availability, lower costs and longer system service life can be fully exploited.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Common_CTA” module_class=”wissen_cta_section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”#2c333a 0%|#2c333a 52%|#532d3b 75%|#b61f3f 100%” background_image=”https:\/\/tepcon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bg-element-3.svg” background_position=”top_center” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ module_class=”vam_a980″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”h2_class white_text anchor_link_class” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”\/en\/contact\/” button_text=”Contact” button_alignment=”right” module_class=”secondary_btn” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”checkmrk_list anchor_link_class” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Selecting the right measures is a key aspect of maintenance management.<\/p>\n The maintenance measures include<\/p>\n Each of these individual measures contributes to securing the target status in production and makes it possible to minimize downtimes.<\/p>\n The target condition describes the defined, functional condition of an object or system. All maintenance activities are aimed at maintaining this target condition or restoring it after deviations. <\/p>\n Precise documentation or determination of the target condition is therefore essential. It forms the basis for the planning of maintenance measures and the subsequent assessment of the success achieved with the maintenance measures carried out. <\/p>\n Recording the actual condition is another key task in maintenance management. Regular monitoring, inspection and assessment reveal deviations from the target condition. <\/p>\n Only when the actual status has been precisely determined can targeted measures be initiated to restore functionality after failures, for example.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Anyone involved in maintenance management will occasionally come across the abbreviation OEE or “overall equipment effectiveness”.<\/p>\n Overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) is one of the most important key figures in maintenance management. It combines value drivers such as availability, performance and quality. A high OEE shows that systems, machines and equipment are being used efficiently. <\/p>\n The OEE can be sustainably improved through a close combination of maintenance strategies, documentation and digital control.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/tepcon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Shopfloor-Management-img-1.jpg” alt=”Real-time overview of maintenance status and machine availability” module_class=”img__radius” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Create strategies, keep documentation and optimize with digital control: This is where our “instructor” software comes in as an indispensable helper in maintenance management. After all, digital work instructions, process and test instructions are a key lever for optimizing maintenance management. <\/p>\n They enable uniform documentation of all maintenance activities.<\/p>\n Employees receive clear instructions on how to carry out activities such as inspection, maintenance or repair.<\/p>\n Errors are reduced, safety is increased and efficiency is improved.<\/p>\n Standardized processes and transparent organization improve the productivity of the entire operation.<\/p>\n The “instructor” not only supports compliance with DIN EN 13306 and DIN 31051, but also the consistent improvement of all relevant processes.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”12″ module_id=”sectionscrollid16″ module_class=”anchor_link_class mb0″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\nDefinition of maintenance management<\/h2>\n
The importance of maintenance in the company<\/h2>\n
Legal basis for maintenance management<\/h2>\n
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Strategic and operational maintenance measures<\/h2>\n
Basic measures in maintenance management: maintenance, inspection, repair, improvement<\/h2>\n
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Strategies for maintenance (reactive, condition-based, preventive, prospective)<\/h2>\n
Maintenance – a key success factor<\/h2>\n
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Measures in maintenance management<\/h2>\n
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Achieving the target condition – the primary goal in maintenance management<\/h3>\n
Recording the actual condition – basis for the assessment<\/h3>\n
Overall equipment effectiveness as a key figure<\/h2>\n
Digital instructions and their advantages in maintenance management<\/h2>\n
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