Coswin 8i Training Course

Lesson 1 • Navigating the User Interface

Introduces menus, toolbars, dashboards, and navigation shortcuts. Builds the interface fluency needed for efficient daily use.

Lesson 2 • System Architecture and Components

Explains the technical structure of Coswin 8i including database, application server, and client layers. Prepares users to understand data flow.

Lesson 3 • Installation and Initial Configuration

Covers prerequisites, installation steps, and first-launch configuration. Ensures a functional environment for all hands-on exercises.

Lesson 4 • Overview of CMMS and Coswin 8i

Defines CMMS concepts and positions Coswin 8i within enterprise asset management. Establishes context for all subsequent platform learning.

Lesson 1 • Asset Lifecycle Status Management

Explains status codes from commissioning through decommissioning. Keeps the registry accurate and supports lifecycle cost analysis.

Lesson 2 • Asset Registry Fundamentals

Defines asset types, classification codes, and record fields. Provides the data model foundation for all maintenance and cost tracking.

Lesson 3 • Building the Equipment Hierarchy

Teaches parent-child asset relationships and functional location structures. Enables accurate cost rollup and maintenance scoping.

Lesson 4 • Importing and Exporting Asset Data

Demonstrates bulk import via templates and data export for reporting. Accelerates registry population and supports integration with other systems.

Lesson 1 • Work Order Types and Priorities

Distinguishes corrective, preventive, and project work order types and priority levels. Sets the classification framework for all maintenance requests.

Lesson 2 • Creating and Submitting Work Orders

Walks through every field required to create a valid work order. Ensures complete, actionable requests that technicians can execute immediately.

Lesson 3 • Work Order Assignment and Scheduling

Covers technician assignment, team dispatch, and scheduling tools. Optimises labour allocation and prevents scheduling conflicts.

Lesson 4 • Executing and Updating Work Orders

Teaches field-level status updates, labour time entry, and parts consumption recording. Maintains real-time visibility into active maintenance tasks.

Lesson 1 • PM Compliance Monitoring

Uses built-in dashboards and reports to track PM completion rates and overdue tasks. Drives accountability and continuous improvement in maintenance programmes.

Lesson 2 • Configuring PM Schedules

Demonstrates frequency settings, calendar alignment, and schedule activation. Produces auto-generated work orders at the correct intervals.

Lesson 3 • Meter Reading and Counter Management

Explains meter record setup, reading entry, and rollover handling. Keeps meter-based PM triggers accurate and reliable.

Lesson 4 • PM Strategy and Trigger Types

Introduces time-based, meter-based, and condition-based PM strategies. Aligns trigger selection with asset criticality and failure patterns.

Lesson 1 • Reorder Points and Replenishment

Sets minimum stock levels, reorder points, and automatic replenishment triggers. Prevents stockouts while controlling carrying costs.

Lesson 2 • Warehouse and Storage Location Setup

Configures warehouses, bins, and storage locations within Coswin 8i. Enables precise physical tracking of every spare part.

Lesson 3 • Stock Transactions and Movements

Covers receipts, issues, returns, and transfers between locations. Maintains accurate on-hand quantities for reliable maintenance planning.

Lesson 4 • Purchase Requests and Supplier Links

Generates purchase requests from Coswin 8i and links suppliers to catalogue items. Streamlines procurement and reduces manual ordering effort.

Lesson 1 • Custom Report Design

Uses the Coswin 8i report builder to create new layouts with selected fields and groupings. Meets unique organisational reporting requirements.

Lesson 2 • KPI Dashboard Configuration

Configures dashboard widgets for MTTR, MTBF, PM compliance, and cost metrics. Delivers real-time performance visibility to maintenance managers.

Lesson 3 • Filtering and Parameterising Reports

Teaches date ranges, asset filters, and multi-criteria parameters for targeted output. Reduces data noise and focuses analysis on relevant records.

Lesson 4 • Standard Reports Library

Explores the built-in report catalogue covering work orders, assets, and inventory. Provides immediate value without custom development.

Lesson 1 • Notification and Alert Setup

Configures email and in-app alerts triggered by system events and thresholds. Keeps teams informed without requiring manual monitoring.

Lesson 2 • Workflow and Approval Configuration

Designs approval chains for work orders, purchase requests, and asset changes. Enforces governance without slowing operational response.

Lesson 3 • Reference Data and Code Tables

Manages dropdown lists, status codes, and classification tables that drive system behaviour. Ensures consistent terminology across all users.

Lesson 4 • Data Backup and Recovery Procedures

Establishes backup schedules, storage targets, and restoration procedures. Protects organisational data and ensures business continuity.

Lesson 1 • Continuous Improvement and System Auditing

Uses audit logs, user feedback, and KPI trends to drive iterative system improvements. Sustains long-term value from the Coswin 8i investment.

Lesson 2 • Performance Tuning and Query Optimisation

Identifies slow queries, indexes, and configuration bottlenecks affecting system speed. Maintains acceptable response times as data volumes grow.

Lesson 3 • Condition-Based Maintenance Setup

Configures sensor thresholds and condition indicators to trigger maintenance automatically. Shifts maintenance strategy from reactive to predictive.

Lesson 4 • Failure Mode and Effect Analysis Integration

Links FMEA data to asset records and PM plans within Coswin 8i. Aligns maintenance tasks directly with identified failure risks.