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Ease of use

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Value for money

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Customer Support

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Review for Asset Essentials
Pros

I find the organization of repair, maintenance, and scheduling service work to be efficient.

Cons

There's honestly nothing I can mention that I dislike.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

Frederick

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 51-100 employees

Less than a year

April 2024

Maximize your Preventive Maintenance program with Asset Essentials.
Pros

Asset Essentials simplifies the core functions of maintenance management into a user-friendly and intuitive software solution, all at an incredibly appealing price. The customer service is exceptional, and the feedback loop enables meaningful dialogue between the Brightly team and our organization.

Cons

Initially, adopting the system was challenging, and finding a way to expand was unclear. However, as time went on and our userbase's expertise grew, it became significantly easier.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

Charles

Automotive, 500+ employees

More than a year

April 2024

Facilities Manager
Pros

I haven't fully explored all of AE's features yet, but it already surpasses our previou

Cons

Occasionally, we're required to input the same information repeatedly, which tends to frustrate the staff.

Ease of use

6

Value for money

8

Customer Support

6

Functionality

6

Joyce

Facilities Services, 51-100 employees

More than a year

April 2024

Asset Essentials
Pros

It's easy to use and has the capability to fulfill all our requirements.

Cons

The pricing is slightly higher compared to other options available.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Andrew

Utilities, 11-50 employees

More than a year

April 2024

OVERVIEW OF ASSETS
Pros

I really like how the work orders provide all the essential fields for completion, making it convenient for me.

Cons

I appreciate how the charts are presented and how work orders are categorized based on the department you belong to.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

9

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

Brian

Government Relations, 101-500 employees

More than a year

April 2024

Grounds Report
Pros

I enjoy being able to track our work and how easily the crews can monitor themselves and their workloads.

Cons

The main issue I face is the inability to input tasks directly related to my group. Originally, we weren't designed to function individually. Since the Grounds Department has expanded, we need to specify our work more accurately. This would enable us to effectively track different job types. I strongly desire to customize the program for precise measurements.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

Henry

Government Relations, 51-100 employees

More than a year

April 2024

User friendly
Pros

The system offers extensive customization options, and I particularly enjoy working with the implementation team. They are tremendously helpful in setting everything up. I'm excited for future utilization of the program when our facility opens.

Cons

It would be great if there was enough storage space to include video trainings within the system.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Kyle

Events Services, 11-50 employees

Less than 6 months

April 2024

New User friendly
Pros

As a newcomer to this program, I found it incredibly intuitive and easy to comprehend.

Cons

Adding a few more links in the help section would be a welcome addition.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

8

Rachel

Government Relations, 500+ employees

Less than 6 months

April 2024

Asset Essentials Review
Pros

It works effectively to keep track of items being maintained within our system.

Cons

The main page seems to contain excessive information that may not be necessary.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

8

Carlton

Education Management, 500+ employees

More than a year

April 2024

new user of brightly
Pros

The initial introduction is captivating and enjoyable to work with.

Cons

The program appears to have the potential to offer more, such as breaking down reports into finer details and improving its user-friendliness.

Ease of use

6

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

4

Jack

Public Safety, 51-100 employees

More than a year

January 2024

Asset Essentials
Pros

I adore its user-friendliness. It's extremely intuitive, even for individuals who are not tech-savvy.

Cons

Unfortunately, I'm unable to review the history of submitted requests unless I submit a new one. There might be a way to do this, but I haven't discovered it yet.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

LaQuana

Education Management, 11-50 employees

More than a year

January 2024

Customer service
Pros

One of the best aspects of this service is the exceptional customer support. Not only does the software offer a variety of useful features, but the customer service is also outstanding. When you call the help line, you're greeted with a warm demeanor. The support technicians can resolve 99% of issues, and if they can't, they promptly connect you with the appropriate person while providing regular updates on the progress. I never hesitate to reach out to the help line for any concerns.

Cons

Honestly, I haven't come across any drawbacks when it comes to this software.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Trent

Semiconductors, 51-100 employees

More than a year

January 2024

Why I like Asset Essentials
Pros

It's effortless to navigate to my projects, locate the project number, and provide updates on each project in case others need to be informed.

Cons

It effectively categorizes my projects and provides information on their start and end dates.

Ease of use

9

Value for money

8

Customer Support

9

Functionality

8

Eugene

Architecture & Planning, 51-100 employees

More than a year

January 2024

Easy to operate
Pros

The system is easy to navigate, allowing for seamless creation of work orders, and keeping track of assets and inventory is crucial.

Cons

At times, there is a slight delay when moving to the next step of a work order.

Ease of use

6

Value for money

6

Customer Support

6

Functionality

6

Travis

Food Production, 500+ employees

More than a year

January 2024

Asset Essentials really aides in Maintenace and Fleet Management
Pros

The system's configurability is exceptional, enabling immediate changes as needed.

Cons

Some users encountered difficulties while trying to log in.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Tony

Automotive, 500+ employees

More than a year

December 2023

Great product to track work orders
Pros

The ability to track my requested work is invaluable. It allows me to plan and schedule projects around the items that require attention.

Cons

It would be beneficial if a project management tool or another project management software could integrate with this system.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

Michael

Government Administration, 51-100 employees

More than a year

December 2023

I think that my review was honest and revealing
Pros

I'm grateful for the ability to effectively finish all of my support requests.

Cons

I can't find a single aspect of Asset Essentials that I dislike.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

9

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Donnie

Education Management, 101-500 employees

Less than a year

December 2023

Asset Essentials is a great app.
Pros

Creating work orders is unproblematic now. It only took me about an hour to learn all the basics.

Cons

Learning everything within a couple of weeks was quite challenging.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Juan

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 51-100 employees

Less than 6 months

December 2023

We love Asset Essentials
Pros

We love how it aids us in tracking work orders and assigning requests to our teams. As a large campus, this feature greatly assists us in managing the requests.

Cons

The increasing cost each year poses a challenge, especially since we don't utilize many aspects of Asset Essentials.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

9

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Tricia

Education Management, 51-100 employees

More than a year

December 2023

Rusd racine wisconsin
Pros

Work order management is executed thoroughly.

Cons

While the mobile app offers excellent features, the server response time can be slow.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

10

Functionality

7

Andrew

Education Management, 500+ employees

More than a year

December 2023

Asset Essentials the all around perfect management tool
Pros

The site is incredibly user-friendly and easy to navigate.

Cons

Overall, I have no real complaints except for the initial setup being difficult. However, once I started using it, it was very easy to learn.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Richie

Education Management, 500+ employees

More than a year

December 2023

Building from the ground up
Pros

The inventory management, implementation of GIS for our current data, and work order system in our city have been significantly enhanced.

Cons

Initially, it was a bit challenging due to the extensive inventory, work orders, and vendors that needed to be set up.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Devin

Utilities, 51-100 employees

More than a year

December 2023

AE Review after 8 years.
Pros

It's easy to use, and I've worked with other CMMS systems before, but AE has a seamless flow to it.

Cons

The reporting feature is helpful, but it would be beneficial to have more resources to learn about custom reporting.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

7

Simon

Mining & Metals, 51-100 employees

More than a year

December 2023

Great system with minimal effort to maintain
Pros

The ease of use and user interface make this an excellent tool for both technicians and requestors.

Cons

The system could benefit from additional user-friendly elements and more forward-thinking options for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Ease of use

7

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

8

William

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees

More than a year

December 2023

Love asset essential
Pros

I'm thankful for the option to monitor my tasks and trust that they are being executed in the field. It's a huge relief to have my assignments easily accessible via the mobile application. However, I do hope that the app could offer improved notifications for new work orders.

Cons

It frequently experiences lag and the notification feature is subpar. There have been instances where my boss sent me a high-priority work order, but I didn't receive any notification until hours or even an entire day later. The work order had been generated, but the notification failed to inform me. This means I could be in the same building without being aware that an urgent work order was sent until I open the app.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

6

Customer Support

8

Functionality

6

Arthur

Government Relations, 11-50 employees

More than a year

August 2023

It works well to make sure task get completed
Pros

Tracking and retracing repairs or completed tasks is a valuable aspect of this solution.

Cons

I'm unable to modify a job if someone else declines it.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

Cherie

Automotive, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Asset Essentials
Pros

This software proves highly beneficial, as it enhances logical thinking skills.

Cons

To truly grasp all the intricacies of the software, one must use it daily. The tutorials provided are incredibly beneficial and intuitive. I've referred to them multiple times and will continue to do so when the opportunity arises.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

3

Customer Support

10

Functionality

8

Richard

Oil & Energy, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Review of Asset Essentials - Austin Academy
Pros

The asset status updates in real-time, ensuring that the inventory remains current through equipment scanning.

Cons

During the last fixed asset audit, the reconciliation process somehow altered the validated equipment, resulting in most fixed assets being displayed as 'in use' in the incorrect location.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

patricia

Primary/Secondary Education, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Work order
Pros

There are multiple options available for printing work orders, and the learning process is simple.

Cons

The work order display is incomplete; I have to open it to view all the information.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

6

Customer Support

8

Functionality

6

Troy

Facilities Services, 500+ employees

Less than 6 months

July 2023

Good service, easy to use, help full for any labor logging system
Pros

The flexibility to add users and labor hours to any work order or project is a notable feature.

Cons

It would be helpful to have folders to store completed work orders for future verification.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Alexander

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Great Value for Small Manufacturing Plants
Pros

Work orders provide comprehensive details, including cost history, supplier information, and actual repairs. The ability to attach invoices and other documents proves immensely helpful.

Cons

I encountered difficulties while attempting to schedule preventative maintenance. It never calendared out as expected and always caught us off guard. It took a while to figure out the hierarchy for setting up assets. Having someone guide us through the initial setup would have been beneficial.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

10

Customer Support

8

Functionality

10

Kay

Consumer Goods, 11-50 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Asset Essentials - Review
Pros

Efficiently managing equipment parts and work orders is one of the strengths of this software.

Cons

Overall, it's a good product. Mastering any system takes time.

Ease of use

7

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

8

Mark

Construction, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Asset Essentials Help Desk
Pros

I utilized this software to create and manage help desk tickets for technology-related issues. Its ease of use and quick learning curve were impressive.

Cons

I experienced difficulty in obtaining a monthly list of tickets that needed completion. Navigating and locating the list was challenging.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Mallissa

Education Management, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Asset Essential/Brightly Review
Pros

It's so easy to submit and review work orders for different tasks. I especially value the mobile functionality.

Cons

The frequency of email updates is excessive. The time in the queue doesn't always reflect the responsiveness to a request. Tracking KPIs could be made simpler, and the interface could be streamlined.

Ease of use

6

Value for money

6

Customer Support

6

Functionality

4

Julie

Education Management, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Y Likes AE
Pros

The arrangement follows a coherent framework, enabling me to learn quickly and effortlessly.

Cons

It may not be inexpensive, but it holds significant value for us.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Jim

Health, Wellness and Fitness, 101-500 employees

More than a year

July 2023

A Days Work
Pros

I'm grateful for the ease of eliminating paper-based methods. The capabilities to document material purchases and associated details are much-needed and overdue.

Cons

Occasionally, the system runs extremely slowly. It hasn't occurred recently, but when it does, it's time to call it a day.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

7

Functionality

8

terry

Education Management, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Guidewell
Pros

The customer service provided is exceptional, always ready and willing to assist.

Cons

I struggled with navigating the system since I'm new to my position.

Ease of use

7

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

8

Mary

Construction, 1-10 employees

Less than a year

July 2023

Asset Essentials great for schools
Pros

The work order process is fantastic. Owners can easily track what has been completed and when.

Cons

Sometimes it behaves unpredictably. Figuring out the filtering and sorting options can be challenging.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

7

Functionality

9

Shawn

Construction, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Great Application For Work Orders
Pros

To put it simply, this software is easy, straightforward, and highly recommended for businesses seeking to streamline their work order system.

Cons

I haven't encountered any issues with Essentials, so I'm highly satisfied with it.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

7

Functionality

8

edwardo

Facilities Services, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Nice tool for work order management
Pros

Once you become familiar with the system, it is incredibly user-friendly. It serves as an excellent tool for efficient work order management.

Cons

It would be fantastic to have an option to add and manage site maps.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Gabriel

Primary/Secondary Education, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Really good
Pros

Having all work orders conveniently accessible in one place allows for better organization of my day and week.

Cons

While I don't utilize the software to its full capacity, I genuinely appreciate the part I do use (work orders).

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

Oscar

Food & Beverages, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Tracker
Pros

The ability to customize my page is incredibly convenient. It helps me stay informed about upcoming tasks and completed work. For inventory control, I can easily identify items that need to be ordered for stock.

Cons

I haven't discovered a way for the system to alert me when our parts clerk checks in parts for an asset without actively checking myself.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

10

Customer Support

8

Functionality

7

Jeff

Food Production, 101-500 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Solid System
Pros

The initial setup is effortless, especially when it comes to adding assets and equipment. Investing time in the beginning pays off during fieldwork. For example, having pump serial and model numbers readily available in Asset Essentials saves a significant amount of time. The option to customize reports is valuable. Additionally, updating work orders with parts on order information or scheduling details and automatically notifying the submitter via email is a great feature.

Cons

I asked all my staff, but none of them had a response to this question.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Jason

Hospitality, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Maintenance Manager
Pros

Navigating through the program is effortless.

Cons

It would be beneficial to have the ability to forecast beyond one week.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Bill

Food Production, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Not a fan
Pros

Frankly, it can be confusing and lacks user-friendliness.

Cons

Every work order generates three emails.

Ease of use

4

Value for money

2

Customer Support

4

Functionality

2

Rich

Education Management, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Well worth the time & money investment
Pros

Asset Essentials has transformed our maintenance tracking processes in the facility. It has significantly simplified record-keeping and KPI monitoring.

Cons

Since implementing Asset Essentials in 2020, the mobile app has consistently been a source of frustration. Our users have experienced no issues or complaints with the website, but we continuously receive reports regarding the malfunctioning of the mobile app. It would be preferable to have a proper mobile website for Asset Essentials that we can direct our team to when the app isn't functioning.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

John

Non-Profit Organization Management, 51-100 employees

More than a year

July 2023

Greatful user of Asset Essentials
Pros

I appreciate the ease of submitting work orders and the collaborative functionality it offers with other departments.

Cons

I sometimes struggle to locate my submitted work orders due to sorting issues.

Ease of use

10

Value for money

9

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

Jennifah

Education Management, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Custodial
Pros

Completing a work order requires multiple saves before the "complete" button becomes active.

Cons

There are too many steps; I have to save the work order before completing it.

Ease of use

6

Value for money

6

Customer Support

6

Functionality

6

Lisa

Facilities Services, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Great Product
Pros

I find it highly customizable and scalable, which is a major advantage.

Cons

The software lacks text messaging capability for high-priority work orders.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

10

Functionality

8

Jay

Primary/Secondary Education, 500+ employees

More than a year

July 2023

Work Order system
Pros

It is sufficiently easy to use and functions effectively most of the time.

Cons

At times, it feels overly simplistic in its appearance; perhaps it could have a more visually appealing design.

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

7

Functionality

8

Joshua

Education Management, 101-500 employees

More than a year

July 2023