Physical Asset Management

Physical Asset Management

Product Code: PAM

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2010. XXIX, 370 p. 176 illus. Hardcover
ISBN 978-1-84882-750-9

By Nicholas A.J. Hastings

This book presents a systematic approach to the management of fixed assets, such as equipment and plant, from concept to disposal. It addresses the needs of existing and potential asset managers, and provides an introduction to asset management for professionals in related disciplines, such as finance. The book provides both an introduction and a convenient reference work, covering all the main areas of physical asset management....

Physical Asset Management Contents:

  1. Introduction to Asset Management
  2. The Asset Management Function
  3. From Concept to Project Approval
  4. Developing a Business Case
  5. Implementing Development Plans
  6. Management of In-Service Assets
  7. Asset Continuity Planning
  8. Capital Planning and Budget
  9. Discounted Cash Flow and Asset Decisions
  10. Profit, Depreciation and Tax
  11. Asset Investment Criteria
  12. Cost-Benefit Analysis
  13. Risk Analysis and Risk Management
  14. Logistic Support
  15. Life Cycle Costing
  16. Equipment Replacement Decisions
  17. Outsourcing
  18. Know Your Assets
  19. Asset Management Information Systems
  20. Maintenance Organization and Budget
  21. Reliability, Availability, Maintainability
  22. Inventory
  23. Key Performance Indicators
  24. PAS-55 Asset Management Specification

Exercises and Solutions, Bibliography.