10 Perks of Hosting Maximo with IBM SaaS: More Time for What Matters

Enterprise Asset Management (and IBM Maximo) has changed quite a bit from its early beginnings. Originally used for tracking repairs and general maintenance, it’s now a comprehensive strategic asset management tool.  Organizations count on platforms like IBM Maximo for keeping tabs on all their assets properties. This makes their operations smoother, and planning for the future easier. And with the introduction of the IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS), the ability to take full control an organization's asset management strategy might seem overwhelming. Nxt Era is able to help navigate all of the new features and functionalities of MAS. Their deep knowledge of MAS, and utilizing IBM’s Software as a Service (SaaS), your organization can concentrate on what matters to your business.

As organizations grow, so do their technology needs. The traditional model of hosting Maximo on-premises, including managing servers, handling upgrades, and maintaining infrastructure can become a burden. It demands time, expertise, and resources that could be better spent elsewhere. That’s where IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS) delivered as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) comes in.

MAS SaaS is a cloud-hosted, fully managed version of Maximo that shifts the responsibility for infrastructure, updates, and system reliability to IBM. This isn’t just a technical upgrade, it’s a strategic transformation. By moving to SaaS, IT teams can focus on what really matters: configuring Maximo to meet business needs, optimizing processes, and delivering value.

And when organizations partner with experts like Nxt Era, the benefits of MAS SaaS are even better. Nxt Era brings deep knowledge of Maximo and years of experience helping organizations plan, implement, and optimize their asset management strategies. They don’t just install software, they help teams unlock its full potential.

Here are 10 perks of hosting Maximo with IBM SaaS, and how Nxt Era helps organizations maximize each one.

1. Say Goodbye to Infrastructure Management

Right off the bat, one of the best things about hosting Maximo with IBM SaaS is that you don't have to worry about infrastructure anymore. Setting up Maximo the old way means you're buying servers, dealing with storage, setting up networks, and generally keeping the operating systems running. These things eat up time, and you often need people who are experts in cloud stuff, container setups, and keeping everything secure.

But with IBM SaaS? IBM's Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team takes care of all that. They handle the foundation, from Red Hat OpenShift clusters to backups, failover plans, and keeping an eye on performance. This really frees up your IT folks. They can stop worrying about hardware and software and start focusing on actually setting up Maximo to manage assets, schedules, and reports. Plus, it cuts down on the chances of things going down because of infrastructure problems or mistakes.

This change can be a game-changer for many companies. Instead of spending ages fixing server problems or planning updates, IT can spend time making sure Maximo is working for the business.

Nxt Era helps make this transition smooth. We can help you figure out what infrastructure you're currently depending on, plan the move, and make sure that nothing critical gets lost in the process.

2. Updates and Patches? All Automatic

Keeping Maximo updated is super important for security, how well it runs, and getting access to new features. Usually, updates are a pain. They need coordination, planned downtime, testing, and having a way to go back if things go wrong. If you're slow with patching, you could be leaving yourself open to problems.

IBM SaaS makes this easier. The SRE team handles updates automatically. That includes security fixes, new features, bug fixes, and upgrades to the platform. These updates are applied without you even noticing, often when things are quiet, so there's minimal disruption.

This approach supports ongoing improvements and ensures that you're always on the latest and most secure version of Maximo. It also lightens the load on your internal teams, letting them work on bigger, more strategic things instead of just routine maintenance.

Nxt Era can help you understand what each update brings, how it affects your setup, and how to use the new features. We also offer training to make sure your users are comfortable with any interface changes or new capabilities.

3. Get Up and Running Faster

Setting up Maximo on your own can take a while. You have to buy hardware, get the environments configured, install the software, and test everything. These things take time, and they can get held up by purchasing processes, lack of staff, and so on. Delays stemming from hardware procurement or technical hitches are common. Entire deployments might even stretch beyond six months.

But IBM SaaS smooths this out. Given IBM handles infrastructure provisioning and management, teams can leverage pre-configured setups, rapidly access apps, and integrate using standard APIs. This allows teams to focus on workflow setup, data import, and user training within days, not months, of onboarding, and this speed offers an edge. Organizations can now quickly pivot to address changing business needs, evolving regulations, or operational hurdles, without infrastructure delays.

Nxt Era can help you with planning and executing these deployments. Collaborating with stakeholders, we define requirements, map dependencies, and make sure the implementation aligns with your business objectives. Nxt Era also provide hands-on support, particularly during configuration and testing phases..

4. Simplified Licensing and Predictable Costs

A major change to IBM MAS SaaS lies in its licensing model. Rather than fixed licenses and infrastructure costs, costs are based on app installations, capacity, and actual service usage. This consumption-based approach ensures costs reflect business activity.

Costs scale up or down with usage shifts linked to expansion, initiatives, or seasonality. This supports strategic planning and enables efficient resource allocation.

For budgeting teams, this model offers advantages like predictable monthly or annual costs, less wasted capacity, and scalable growth potential. Procurement becomes streamlined, removing hardware negotiations or long-term license agreements.

Nxt Era empowers clients to grasp and navigate this pricing model. We aid in forecasting usage, selecting the ideal application bundles, and actively monitoring consumption. Our commitment is to ensure maximum value without overspending.

5. Built-In Resilience and Disaster Recovery

Business stability is paramount for asset-intensive orgs. Whether it's public infrastructure, manufacturing lines, or essential facilities, downtime can be costly or even hazardous. Historically, resilience demands secondary data centers, backup systems, replication tools, and complex failover configurations.

IBM SaaS integrates a built-in disaster recovery system. Servers are hosted across various time zones, backups are automated, and IBM's cloud team manages failover setups. This is key to maintaining Maximo's availability and recoverability, even during hardware failures or cyber incidents.

Replicating this system on-prem can prove challenging, particularly for resource-constrained IT departments. IBM' disaster recovery system provides compliance and assurance, while mitigating operational disruption risks.

We help you understand the resilience strategy, and how integrate them with your own business continuity plans. We also provide assistance with testing scenarios and documenting procedures for compliance and audit purposes.

6. Scalable by Design: Ready for Growth

Security ranks as a critical concern for any organization entrusted with sensitive asset data. Classic deployments require configuring firewalls, managing access control, watching for threats, and applying security fixes, all of which demand constant attention.

IBM MAS SaaS delivers robust security from the start. That security includes role-based access control, encryption both at rest and in transit, ongoing monitoring, and compliance with standards like ISO, SOC, and GDPR. IBM's cloud is designed to safeguard data and ensure compliance.

For many orgs, achieving this level of security internally is quite difficult. It requires expertise. That's why IBM has focused on security tools and people. Clients can focus on what really matters: their business. Nxt Era will focus on the operational details, such as access policies, user roles sorted, and making sure MAS complements your ID systems, which makes sure your systems are compliant with your internal and external regulations.

7. Hybrid Cloud and Red Hat OpenShift: Modern Architecture

Now, with the new architecture your IT folks get to really take advantage of Maximo. And Nxt Era is right there to help you implement the system: Assets, schedules, workflows, and dashboards. All geared to what your business needs.

Nxt Era understands the underlying architecture of MAS. We With our understanding of OpenShift, we build interfaces that people can use intuitively. We've worked with many different organizations and industries, so we can tailor MAS match the best practices for your organization. And it doesn't stop there. As industries and regulations change, we help you change with it, combine new systems, and grow Maximo into new areas.

8. Security and Compliance: Built-In and Always On

MAS works with multiple systems, including ERP, GIS, SCADA, accounting, These systems need to connect for things to run smooth, make informed decisions, and keep the data straight. IBM SaaS works well with standard APIs, so connections are easier. Because it's all standardized, connecting goes smoother, while maintaining system compliance and security.

Whether it's IoT sensors or getting cozy with your money systems, MAS SaaS gives you something reliable to build on. And Nxt Era is your integration expert. Data mapping, API setup, testing, we help you keep everything running smoothly.

9. Improved User Adoption

If your team doesn’t know how to use Maximo, your investment won’t go very far. People need to know how to move around, enter in the right info, and follow procedures. It's often overlooked or downplayed, but the importance of training cannot be understated.

With IBM SaaS, reliability is built in, making it easier to deliver training that resonates. No concerns about downtime, interface shifts, or performance issues. It’s a smarter learning environment that drives long-term adoption.

Nxt Era designs training programs tailored to your organization. We develop role-based use cases, hands-on workshops, and documentation aligned with how your teams use Maximo. Our objective is clear: empower users to perform confidently and effectively.

We also ensure training stays current. As IBM evolves, we help you understand new features and integrate them seamlessly into your workflows. At its core, training is about people. Nxt Era focuses on learning experiences that reflect real-world usage of Maximo—whether it’s maintenance technicians working with Maximo Mobile or planners managing schedules. We customize the approach to fit your operational context.

10. Strategic Focus for IT and Operations Teams

Hosting Maximo with IBM SaaS is a major shift in strategy: possibly its greatest advantage. Rather than managing infrastructure, patching, and disaster recovery, internal teams can concentrate on enhancing asset reliability, refining maintenance strategies, and aligning technology with business objectives.

For IT, this transition enables a move from reactive support to proactive enablement. Tasks like server troubleshooting and upgrade coordination are no longer necessary. Instead, IT can collaborate with operations to streamline workflows and improve reporting. Operations teams benefit from a stable, reliable system that supports informed decision-making and continuous improvement.

This strategic focus unlocks the long term value of MAS. It’s not just about the software, it’s about how it’s leveraged to advance organizational goals. Nxt Era partners with clients to define strategy, configure Maximo, and measure performance. Our consultants bring deep industry expertise and a collaborative mindset, ensuring technology solutions are grounded in operational realities.

We also provide support for governance and change management. As business needs evolve, we help adapt your MAS implementation to meet changing requirements, onboard additional teams, and maintain cross-functional alignment. This approach makes sure your MAS system remains a dynamic, value-generating platform.

Ultimately, hosting Maximo Application Suite with IBM SaaS is a strategic decision. It allows organizations to offload technical responsibilities, stay current with updates, and configure Maximo to fit business processes.

The ten advantages we've explored demonstrate how MAS SaaS reduces overhead and boosts productivity, from streamlined deployments to enhanced security and enablement. But the true value lies in what it enables teams to accomplish.

With more time and capacity, IT and operations can focus on optimizing workflows, delivering targeted user training, integrating systems, and driving continuous improvement. Nxt Era supports this transformation at every stage, from initial planning and configuration to long-term optimization and training. We help our clients build resilient Maximo practices that deliver measurable business impact.