Joblogic Blog

The term "operating system" gets used loosely in software marketing. In this essay, Joblogic CPO Subhayu Ghosh defines exactly what it means architecturally for service contractors. Most FSM platforms are digital and automated, but still built around the job. An operating system is different. The contract and compliance are first-class inputs the system acts on in real time. Humans stay in command of judgement. The systematic work runs underneath.

Efficient facility maintenance is the cornerstone of operational success in any enterprise. For service managers in the facilities management sector, a comprehensive strategy is not just crucial, but it also empowers you to manage resources, maintain infrastructure, and enhance service delivery. This blog will guide you through building a robust facilities maintenance strategy that [...]

Any organisation that maintains a facility or looks after assets and equipment is looking for ways to ensure the smooth functioning of the assets and equipment they are responsible for. Traditional maintenance strategies focusing on reactive maintenance, where you only step in to fix issues as they appear, have shown that they can lead to unexpected downtimes, costly repairs, and in [...]

Unfortunately, cost overrun in construction projects is typical, where expenses quickly exceed the original budget. This leads to delays, frustration, and even legal disputes between the involved parties. But by identifying the root causes of cost overruns before they happen, construction managers can take steps to avoid them. What are the Factors Behind Cost Overrun? Cost overrun in [...]

News that the UK Environment Agency has just fined a company £1.1 million for breaching F-Gas regulations clearly shows how vital it is that your engineers are fully trained and that you keep accurate records of the work that they have completed. In this blog we outline some easy steps to ensure compliance with F-Gas Compliance software. For a guided tour of this module, book a f [...]

Joblogic and Refcom have collaborated to launch a software module in the UK that ensures F-Gas compliance.  It also makes it simpler and faster for HVAC engineers to comply since they can now input the data directly into a compliant logbook via a mobile app. Legislation demands that an engineer must track and record any movement of refrigerant gas in an official logbook.  Th [...]

Recent renewable energy and smart HVAC technology methods are making our commercial and residential systems more sustainable and energy efficient than ever before. A reduction in energy consumption not only offers huge savings on energy costs but can also reduce overall carbon footprint.  This step forward is one that all HVAC service providers are required to take, now needing t [...]

Every trade has its own set of tools that make the job simpler and more efficient, and the electrician’s toolkit is certainly no exception to this rule. For field service companies, ensuring their electricians are well-equipped for the tasks at hand is always a priority. Good tools can make the difference between a steady stream of customers and struggling to find leads. For those cur [...]

Today many organisations utilise planned preventative maintenance programmes to keep their customers’ assets in full working order. This will mean estimating and scheduling how often assets should be maintained, and executing plans of action to regularly service plant items. Although this is effective and minimises unexpected breakdowns resulting in business downtime, the whole proces [...]

Why should small businesses worry about cyber security? Put simply, business security incidents come with a heavy cost, no matter how small your organisation. Cyber attacks can cause considerable downtime, hinder productivity, and worse still, damage a company’s reputation. The global pandemic has increased the risks. With many people working online from home, the new landscape has ha [...]

Managing work orders effectively can be crucial to long-term business success. In doing so, you can empower your field service team to improve their job completion and first-time fix rates. So, what’s the secret? We’ve put together the ultimate guide to mastering work orders in 2021. Contents What is a work order? What is the best 8-step work order process? (Infographic) What shoul [...]

As a business owner or an individual who keeps up to date with the latest government news you may have already heard about the plan, Making Tax Digital. Starting on April 1st 2019, all service businesses will need to hold an electronic record of all business transactions on HMRC approved software to be able to make VAT returns. In effect, this change will improve how the tax system wo [...]