Watch our recorded video demonstrations to learn more about some of our asset management applications!
- Click here to view a short 3 minute demonstration on web-based field data collection and asset inventorying.
- Click here to view a short 2 minute demonstration on implementation of a valve turning and inspection program.
What is Asset Management and Why Do You Need it?
Everyone has infrastructure assets: ranging from treatment facilities down to single valves and pipes. How you manage those assets can range from ‘old school’ paper drawings and maps to fully electronic GIS based software and hardware programs where operators and managers can just point and click to see a whole range of information about that asset such as age, materials, failure history, etc. One of the many benefits of an electronic system is prevention of emergencies and disasters which may ultimately cost significantly more and be detrimental if you are not prepared.
Within fiscal limitations, how do you make wise decisions on maintenance, repairs or replacements of roads, bridges, drinking water, waste water, etc. First you need accurate data on your assets, their age, and material and condition. Then you'll need to address questions such as: How will these assets be affected as your community grows? How will they be affected by changes in climate such as droughts or floods? How can you extend the service life of long-term infrastructure assets that are critical to maintaining quality of life in your community?
Asset Management programs can help you answer all of these questions. Typically software dependent, asset management combines an inventory of particular types of assets to include information on each asset so that cost and benefits can be measured and planned to avoid emergency situations.
Benefits of integrated asset management programs include reduced risk to public safety and cost savings for your municipality and its residents.
Asset Management Services
Typical asset management services include:
- Custom geodatabase schema / data dictionary design, development and training;
- Web-based asset field data collection (e.g., drainage ditches, outfalls, sewer manholes, hydrants, water distribution valves, etc.);
- Implementation of detailed QA/QC procedures to manage existing and incoming field data;
- Development of inspection, maintenance, and replacement tracking systems;
- Development of Asset Management Plans (e.g., criticality, prioritization, etc.); and
- Grant writing from the MassDEP asset management grant program.
Why Choose CEI?
- CEI will work with you to create customized solutions for your specific needs, without the additional costly bells and whistles that can come with pre-packaged asset management software.
- CEI uses industry standard ArcGIS software which allows information to not only be easily shared with you but also allows you to share the information with fellow staff and departments.
- CEI takes pride in serving all of our clients and working with you, not just for you.
- CEI is dedicated to providing top-quality services at an affordable price.
CEI is currently supporting and improving more than a dozen municipal asset management programs. CEI has a strong team of asset management experts, GIS specialists, and engineers with expertise in all aspects of asset management. To get more information on our unique approach and how it can benefit you, contact Stephanie Hanson at [email protected].
Asset Management Disciplines include:
wastewater
drinking water
stormwater
transportation
