AM Framework: Implementation - What to Focus On

AM Framework Miniseries - Reloaded

This article continues the conclusion of the Asset Management (AM) Framework miniseries by continuing the discussion on implementation.  It covers the second part of AM Framework implementation - "What to Focus On".  The first part covered the “How to Start” an AM Framework improvement initiative in the preceding article. The subject AM Framework is shown below:

Asset Management Framework

Implementation – What to Focus On - Introduction

The AM Framework focuses on outcomes, and its implementation likewise does the same.  The following “What to Focus On” list covers leading improvement indicators.

• Policy,

• Organizational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities,

• Communications and Assurances,

• Processes and Decisions,

• Continual Improvement and Accountability

These leading indicators are used to simplify evaluation of improvement initiatives. Meaning, if these areas a going well, then it is safe to assume everything else will turn out fine. Development of each is as follows:

Policy

Requirement: The …