ABS Consulting and UC Berkeley Win Prestigious Best Maximo Data Governance Award at MaximoWorld 2024

Strategic Project Optimizes Asset Management and Enhances Data Governance for University of California, Berkeley

(Houston) – ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), a leading global risk management company, was awarded the Best Maximo Data Governance Award today at the MaximoWorld 2024 conference in Phoenix, Arizona. The award recognizes ABS Consulting's innovative work in helping the University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) implement a comprehensive data governance strategy.

The honored project, announced during today's conference proceedings, focused on optimizing business procedures and enhancing data governance protocols for UC Berkeley's critical infrastructure. By leveraging IBM® Maximo® (Maximo), an integrated enterprise asset management (EAM) software solution, ABS Consulting helped UC Berkeley streamline its operations, improve user experience and increase overall efficiency within the university's Maximo and Maximo Mobile applications.

"This recognition from MaximoWorld underscores our commitment to delivering value-add solutions in asset management. Our team's dedication to help UC Berkeley optimize its maintenance data management will have a lasting impact on their operational efficiency,” said Russ Mokrouz, Project Lead and Operations Director at ABS Consulting.

Key Project Outcomes:

• Closed Gaps in Internal Controls: Conducted comprehensive review and provided guidance
• Established System Changes Process: Implemented change management process for EAM functionality and data
• Data Visibility Improvement: Emphasized the importance of improving data visibility for users
• Work Scheduling Optimization: Suggested enhancements for scheduling work within the Maximo system
• System Performance Enhancement: Identified areas for improving overall system performance
• Mobile Solution Update: Recommended updates to the mobile solution to enhance system performance

"ABS Consulting's expertise has been instrumental in transforming our asset management processes. Their innovative approach to data governance has not only improved our operational efficiency but also set a new standard for how we manage and utilize critical infrastructure data. This award is a testament to the collaborative effort and the significant positive impact on our university operations,” said Carolyn Knight, Director of Information Technology at UC Berkeley.

“This achievement marks another significant milestone for ABS Consulting in the field of asset management and data governance,” said Joe Woods, Senior Vice President at ABS Consulting. “Our work with UC Berkeley demonstrates our commitment to addressing complex challenges with innovative solutions. As industries evolve, we remain dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in asset management, helping organizations across various sectors maximize the value of their data and infrastructure assets."

Learn more about ABS Consulting's asset management and data governance solutions.

About ABS Consulting

ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting) is part of ABS Group of Companies, Inc. (www.abs-group.com), a global leader in safety and risk management for critical infrastructure worldwide and a wholly owned subsidiary of ABS (www.eagle.org), one of the world's leading marine and offshore classification societies. With over 50 years of risk management and safety experience, ABS Consulting provides engineering, data science, and management consulting services globally to help our clients manage their safety, security, and operational risks. Headquartered in Spring, Texas, ABS Consulting operates with more than 700 professionals across the globe serving the marine and offshore, oil, gas and chemical, government, power and energy and industrial sectors.

About UC Berkeley and Facilities Services

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world’s leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence. Facilities Services at UC Berkeley strives to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning and research. Through the efforts of over 500 dedicated staff members, Facilities Services manages the asset management program, custodial services, maintenance operations, engineering and technical services, environmental services, grounds operations, the Cal Zero Waste program, the Campus Building Department, and the campus utility systems. The scope of the Facilities Services reaches across campus and is closely connected to the activities of staff, building managers, other campus departments and campus leadership.