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When to outsource your fixed asset inventory

When to outsource your fixed assets inventory

Conducting a physical inventory internally can be time-consuming and frustrating so when is it worth outsourcing it and what are the options?
Sheffiled Hallam University Fixed Assets Case Study

Sheffield Hallam University ensures FRS102 compliance with FMIS Fixed Assets

Leading University selects FMIS Fixed Assets to ensure compliance with FRS102 standard on a tight schedule.
Fixed Assets Case Study Essex Fire Authority

Fixed Assets Case Study Essex Fire Authority

Essex Fire Authority use FMIS Fixed Assets to ensure compliance with IFRS, Component Accounting and additional standards.
cloud vs on-premise

Cloud vs On-premise

Simple, quick and affordable - cloud hosting offers an attractive alternative to going on-premise, but is it right for you? Here is what you need to know.
Ghost assets

Ghost Assets

Ghost assets increase expenses, reduce productivity and exist in almost every company. Here is how to identify them, remove them and prevent them recurring.
Barcodes vs RFID in asset tracking

Barcodes vs RFID in Asset Tracking

Quickly understand the pro's and con's of using Barcode and RFID technology for asset tracking & management. Compare the costs, hardware and applications.
Lean Asset Management

Lean asset management in manufacturing

Why lean asset management in manufacturing works back to front and how it cuts out the seven types of waste in the production process.
Effective software integration projects

6 steps to a successful software integration

Successful software integrations can cut costs and save time. Find out how to manage your project effectively from start to finish.
3 Asset management project killers

The 3 big asset management project killers and how to avoid them

How to avoid the three most common mistakes that will derail your asset management project
Scotland - simpler fixed assets | FMIS

Simpler together? Fixed assets in a new Scotland

3 big changes an independent Scotland would make to asset management for companies operating in the UK.
Excel spreadsheets vs Asset Tracking software

5 reasons to beware of the fixed asset spreadsheet

Learn about the risks of using spreadsheets to manage fixed assets in this insightful article from FMIS. Discover the five reasons why relying on spreadsheets can be dangerous, and find out how you can improve your asset management processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Choosing asset management software - 10 steps guide

Guide to Choosing Fixed Asset Management Software

10 simple steps and 10 tough questions you need to ask when deciding on an asset management solution in this comprehensive asset management software guide.
Fixed Asset management software V11 update

Fixed Assets v11 release

Fixed Assets update: The latest version of FMIS Fixed Assets software, v11, is now available - This upgrade is free to all FMIS Fixed Assets customers.
Barcoding in Hospitals : NHS Bristol case study

Barcoding in hospitals: Bristol NHS trust uses FMIS software

This NHS Hospitals Trust combines FMIS Barcoding with Equipment and Maintenance to track loaned equipment across different departments.
Effective software integration projects

6 steps to a successful software integration

Successful software integrations can cut costs and save time. Find out how to manage your project effectively from start to finish.
3 Asset management project killers

The 3 big asset management project killers and how to avoid them

How to avoid the three most common mistakes that will derail your asset management project
Scotland - simpler fixed assets | FMIS

Simpler together? Fixed assets in a new Scotland

3 big changes an independent Scotland would make to asset management for companies operating in the UK.
Excel spreadsheets vs Asset Tracking software

5 reasons to beware of the fixed asset spreadsheet

Learn about the risks of using spreadsheets to manage fixed assets in this insightful article from FMIS. Discover the five reasons why relying on spreadsheets can be dangerous, and find out how you can improve your asset management processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Choosing asset management software - 10 steps guide

Guide to Choosing Fixed Asset Management Software

10 simple steps and 10 tough questions you need to ask when deciding on an asset management solution in this comprehensive asset management software guide.
Barcoding in Hospitals : NHS Bristol case study

Barcoding in hospitals: Bristol NHS trust uses FMIS software

This NHS Hospitals Trust combines FMIS Barcoding with Equipment and Maintenance to track loaned equipment across different departments.

Resources and Downloads


10 Steps Guide

10 Steps Guide to Asset Management

10 simple steps to take and 10 tough questions to ask when choosing asset management software.

Engineering Guide

Optimising Production for Engineering

Discover how to optimise production processes in engineering firms with FMIS’s comprehensive guide.

Engineering Guide

More Resources

View more best practice guides and resources from FMIS


Fixed Assets Add-on module or specialist software

Fixed Assets Add-on module or Specialist software

What do you need to look for when choosing between a fixed assets add-on & specialist software. Compare the costs and benefits of each to get the right fit.
ESA Purchase to Pay case study

Purchase to Pay Case Study with ESA

From Purchase to Pay with ESA - FMIS Purchase to Pay software allows ESA to manage stock and inventory for properties across London and the South East over the full asset life cycle.
cloud vs on-premise

Cloud vs On-premise

Simple, quick and affordable - cloud hosting offers an attractive alternative to going on-premise, but is it right for you? Here is what you need to know.
Ghost assets

Ghost Assets

Ghost assets increase expenses, reduce productivity and exist in almost every company. Here is how to identify them, remove them and prevent them recurring.
FMIS Turns 30

FMIS Turns 30

As FMIS turns 30, here is the story of how an IT start-up went from its first fixed asset module to providing asset management in 40 countries worldwide.