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How to Write Effective Work Instructions (That People Actually Use)

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Work instructions  are supposed to make jobs easier. They explain how to carry out a task safely, correctly, and in the same way every time. Yet many companies struggle with them. The instructions are either too long, too vague, or too complicated, so technicians and operators ignore them.  For service and maintenance companies, poor work instructions are more than a nuisance. They lead to mistakes, wasted time, compliance risks, and frustrated customers. Clear instructions, on the other hand, help people do their jobs right the first time, improve consistency, and make audits smoother.  So how do you write work instructions that people actually use? Let’s break it down.  Why Work Instructions Matter Work instructions are the last link between planning and execution. They translate a company’s standards, compliance requirements, and technical knowledge into clear steps that technicians or operators can follow on the job.  Without them, every worker would rely on...

Process vs Procedure: Key Differences Explained

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  If you run a service firm, you often have to keep track of a lot of moving elements. Everything depends on having clear rules and structure, from giving technicians jobs to resolving customer demands to making sure safety and compliance. That is where procedures and processes come in. People often use these two words as if they signify the same thing, but they don’t. Knowing the distinction can change how a business runs its operations, manages its employees, and serves its customers.   We’ll talk about what processes and procedures are, how they are different, why that difference is important, and how a solution like Wello Solutions can help service companies use both in their daily work.   What is a process?    A procedure is the whole thing. It’s the way a corporation gets to a certain aim. Think of it as a series of steps that link the start of a task to the end. Processes tell you what you need to do and why it matters.   In a field service firm...

FSM vs CMMS: What’s the Real Difference and Which One Fits Your Business Best?

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In the world of hands-on jobs—where teams fix machines, visit customer sites, or keep facilities running—having the right tools can save time, avoid mistakes, and help people work better together. Two types of software often come up in these situations:   Field Service Management   (FSM) and Computerized   Maintenance Management Systems   (CMMS).  They both help with job tracking, equipment records, and scheduling, but they’re made for different types of work. Knowing the difference helps you choose the right one—or use both if needed. This article walks you through what each tool does, why it matters, and how Wello Solutions helps by combining both into one easy system for teams that do it all.  What a CMMS Really Does   A CMMS is used inside a company to help keep its own tools, machines, and gear in good shape. Instead of using notebooks, whiteboards, or memory, it lets you keep everything in one place. You can log when a part broke, when it was fix...

How ista Belgium Simplified Its Daily Work and Improved Service with Wello

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In apartment buildings across Belgium, you’ll often find ista hard at work behind the scenes. They’re the ones making sure people get fair and accurate bills for heating and water. They install meters. They read them. They take care of the technical setup that lets tenants only pay for what they use. It’s a job that takes a lot of coordination, planning, and fieldwork—and it has to be done right the first time.  ista Belgium  handles over 200,000 apartments and works with more than 18,000 building managers and owners. That’s a lot of places to visit, a lot of meters to install or check, and a lot of people to keep informed.  But for a long time, much of that work was being tracked the old-fashioned way: emails, spreadsheets, and printed instructions. It worked, but it was starting to slow them down.  The Problem: Too Many Moving Parts, Not Enough Structure   Every job—whether it was a new meter installation, a maintenance visit, or a meter reading—needed clear p...

Building Maintenance: Keeping Facilities in Shape with the Right Approach

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A building says a lot about the people who run it. A clean office shows professionalism. A well-kept hospital shows care and safety. A working school makes learning possible without disruption. What ties all of these together is building maintenance. It is the daily and long-term work that keeps facilities running.  For most organizations, maintenance is more than fixing things when they break. It is about preventing problems, saving money, and protecting people. With modern tools like Wello Solutions, this work becomes easier to plan, track, and complete.  What is Building Maintenance   Building maintenance is the ongoing care of a facility inside and outside. It covers HVAC, plumbing, lighting, sanitation, parking lots, and even landscaping.  It works like a health check. If you ignore a clogged drain, it may damage pipes and cause flooding. A loose handrail could lead to someone getting hurt. Small problems grow fast when left unchecked. Good maintenance means cle...