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How to choose a CMMS in India — an honest guide
We build AssetAI, so read this knowing our bias — but the selection framework below is the one we'd use even if we didn't. Global leaders like Fiix, UpKeep and Limble are genuinely good products; the question is fit for an Indian plant.
| What matters | The test | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Adoption test | Can a new operator report a fault in under 2 minutes without training or a licence? | This kills more CMMS projects than any feature gap |
| Pricing test | Model the 3-year cost at YOUR headcount | Per-user USD pricing compounds; per-plant ₹ doesn't |
| Language test | Will your storekeeper actually use it in English? | Hindi/vernacular UI decides real usage |
| Channel test | Do alerts arrive where people already look? | In India that is WhatsApp, not email |
| AMC test | Does vendor coverage appear at the repair decision? | Most global tools treat AMC as a note field |
| Exit test | Can you export everything, today, yourself? | If not, negotiate before you sign |
| Proof test | Does the vendor demo on YOUR machine or on slides? | Insist on a live QR-to-report demo |
Our honest verdict
Shortlist two or three, run the seven tests above, and pilot the winner on 25 real machines for a month. AssetAI's free plan exists precisely so you can run that pilot at zero risk — and if a global tool fits you better, you'll know within the month.