Creating a Maintenance Solution

Setting the scene

Imagine a business that has a variety of different types of equipment all in use that require regular maintenance. In order to manage this equipment and their respective check ups, along with additional data for each equipment, this solution was created.

The records in this solution are of a few different types, namely the different types of equipment themselves Equipamentos, the registered check-ups for the equipment, Intervenções, and the companies that will be providing these check ups, Fornecedores.

Records & Management

• Equipamentos: These represent the individual pieces of equipment. Each 'Equipamento' record is abundant with specifics—brand, type, model, and a log of its check-ups.
• Intervenções: This record defines the check-ups. Beyond just dates, it intricately links to the equipment it pertains to, ensuring seamless tracking of maintenance schedules.
• Fornecedores: The entities overseeing the maintenance. This record contains the name of the servicing companies, which connect to both equipment and check-ups, underlining their role in upkeep.

Crafting the Solution

To transform this conceptual framework into a functional tool, we'll delve into the creation of each record type and how they interplay:

• Defining Equipamentos: Start by outlining the core attributes of each equipment. This will include brand, type, model, and its maintenance history. These details not only facilitate easy identification but also aid in predicting future maintenance needs.
• Structuring Intervenções: As the backbone of our maintenance schedule, this record must be meticulous. Link it directly to the relevant 'Equipamento', ensuring that every check-up is traceable to its equipment. Also, incorporate essential details like the planned check-up date and any specific requirements.
• Incorporating Fornecedores: Begin with the basic—company name. Then, join this together with the remaining parts of the solution by associating it with the respective 'Equipamento' and 'Intervenção'. This creates a clear trajectory of who is responsible for which equipment and its corresponding check-up.

Let's look into the creation of these different definitions now: