Digitalisation in the MRO Sector – Why Does It Matter?
Processes sit at the heart of the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector, where high levels of scrutiny apply to every task. Additionally, compliance requirements and transparency demand attention at every level.
At Intoware, we believe this emphasis on accountability is essential!
According to the Oliver Wyman 2017 – 2027 Global Fleet & MRO Market Forecast Summary an impressive 94% of companies recognise MRO as a ‘fundamental part of their overall operations.’ Moreover, the commercial airline MRO industry will grow at an annual rate of 3.8 percent over the next ten years.
Furthermore, digitalisation and Industry 4.0 technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and machine learning, not only enhance the MRO sector’s output but also increase customer and operator satisfaction. These technologies provide detailed insights into processes and create opportunities to significantly reduce downtime.
There is no doubt that the future of MRO lies in its awakening to the potential of digitalisation.
However, factors like data security and quality control continue to challenge firms. Many perceive these challenges as barriers to implementation.
By implementing proper systems to protect data and collaborating closely with employees who possess in-depth knowledge of the company’s MRO processes, organisations can successfully digitalise MRO workflows. This approach improves trust and transparency, enhances quality outputs, and minimises the risk of failure.
Thanks to digital tools like WorkfloPlus, companies can digitalise their MRO processes, standardise procedures, and streamline operations effectively.
This shift means companies can move away from paper-based forms for inspections, maintenance, repairs, health and safety checks, quality control, and auditing. Instead, these tasks can occur digitally via mobile devices, tablets, or AR wearable devices.
As a result, frontline MRO workers can concentrate on their core responsibilities rather than on administrative tasks. The system automatically logs administrative details digitally, which proves invaluable for auditing and compliance reporting.
Ultimately, the future of MRO-reliant industries, such as aerospace, rail, and HVAC, hinges on digitalising workflows. By doing so, companies can increase operational reliability, drive cost and time savings, and improve both safety and availability.
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