The State of Maintenance Planning & CMMS Industry Report 2026
A data-led snapshot of how Maintenance Planning and CMMS practices are structured, supported, and measured across industries.
Report proudly supported by:
Featuring expert industry contributions from:
Planning team structure and span of control
Process discipline and work practices
Performance metrics and systemic constraints
Investment priorities and training maturity
WHY THIS REPORT MATTERS
Maintenance planning remains one of the least benchmarked functions in asset-intensive industries
This report establishes the first baseline reference point for structured, data-led comparison across planning and CMMS practice
KEY SURVEY FINDINGS
CMMS Adoption is High, Data Confidence is Not
Most organisations report using a CMMS, yet only a minority rate their system data as “excellent.”
Mobile Work Management Adoption is Still Developing
While digital maintenance systems are widely used, mobile work management tools are not yet universally adopted across technician teams
Formal Training for Planners is Inadequate
Only a minority of respondents report structured training programmes for maintenance planners
INDUSTRY CONTRIBUTORS
MAINSTREAM Community
A global asset management and reliability research organisation, known for publishing the annual State of Asset Management Report and facilitating executive-level industry insights.
CMMSradio
A leading industry media platform dedicated to maintenance and CMMS professionals, sharing insights, discussions, and expert perspectives across the global maintenance community.
REPORT SPONSOR
The 2026 edition of the State of Maintenance Planning and CMMS Industry Report is supported by iMaintain as exclusive Sponsor.
iMaintain works with asset-intensive organisations to strengthen maintenance planning, CMMS effectiveness, and operational performance. Through structured advisory support and practical implementation guidance, the team focuses on improving planning discipline, data quality, and sustainable work management practices.
Their support of this baseline edition reflects a shared commitment to raising professional standards within maintenance planning and CMMS practice. By backing independent, data-led industry insight, iMaintain is helping to contribute to greater transparency, benchmarking, and informed decision-making across the profession.
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The 2026 edition of the State of Maintenance Planning and CMMS Annual Report is available as a complimentary digital download.
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