Brightly Asset Essentials

Brightly Asset Essentials

Brightly (formerly Dude Solutions)
Atlas CMMS

Atlas CMMS

Intelloop
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About

Brightly Asset Essentials is a cloud-based maintenance solution developed for daily and advanced maintenance operations management. With our software, users can initiate, assign and track the progress of maintenance work orders; manage assets and equipment; develop advanced workflows with preventive maintenance (PM) scheduling; utilize Internet of Things (IoT) technology for predictive maintenance (PdM); and manage inventory. In addition, Asset Essentials has functionality for document management, reporting and mobile capabilities.

About

Atlas CMMS is the only true open source CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) under GPL v3 license, offering complete freedom from vendor lock-in. This free, self-hosted CMMS provides comprehensive work order management, preventive maintenance scheduling, asset tracking, and inventory control for organizations of all sizes. Key Features: Work order management, preventive maintenance, asset tracking, inventory control, reporting & analytics, mobile app support, API integrations, multi-language support. Deployment Options: Self-hosted (completely free), managed cloud hosting, and enterprise licensing available. Community: Active GitHub repository with 250+ community members, Discord support community, regular updates and feature development. Perfect for: Manufacturing, healthcare, education, government, and any organization seeking cost-effective maintenance management without vendor restrictions.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Operations and maintenance professionals in the government, manufacturing, and education space.

Audience

Maintenance managers, facility managers, IT administrators, and operations teams in manufacturing, healthcare, education, government, and service industries. Ideal for small to medium businesses, non-profits, and organizations seeking open source alternatives to expensive proprietary CMMS solutions. Perfect for teams valuing deployment flexibility, cost control, and freedom from vendor lock-in. Open to Resellers with White Labeling Offers under Commercial Licence

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Flexible pricing models, varies by industry.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

$10/user/month
Atlas CMMS offers unprecedented flexibility with six pricing options designed to meet every organization's needs and budget:

OPEN SOURCE (GPLv3) - FREE
Complete self-hosted CMMS with full source code access. Unlimited users, unlimited assets, unlimited work orders. Includes all core features: work order management, preventive maintenance, asset tracking, inventory control, reporting, mobile access, PDF export, and digital signatures. Perfect for organizations wanting complete control, customization, and transparency. Download from GitHub and deploy on your own infrastructure.

CLOUD BASIC - FREE
Free managed cloud hosting with essential CMMS features. No credit card required, no time limits. Includes work order creation, basic asset tracking, mobile access, and standard reporting. Hosted on secure cloud infrastructure with automatic backups and updates.

CLOUD STARTER - $10/month per user
Enhanced cloud CMMS with advanced features. Includes comprehensive asset tracking, preventive maintenance, inventory control, detailed reporting, mobile app with offline capabilities, PDF export, and digital signatures. Unlimited request and viewer accounts included. 99.5% uptime SLA with email support.

CLOUD PROFESSIONAL - $15/month per user (Most Popular)
Complete CMMS solution with advanced analytics and automation. Features sophisticated reporting, custom dashboards, automated workflows, API access, and integration capabilities. Unlimited request and viewer accounts, priority support, and 99.9% uptime SLA with 24-hour response time.

CLOUD BUSINESS - Contact Us
Enterprise-grade cloud CMMS with premium features. Includes white-labeling, dedicated account management, 99.95% uptime SLA with 4-hour support response, advanced security, enterprise integrations, and compliance tools.

SELF-HOSTED ENTERPRISE - Contact Us
Commercial license for self-hosted deployment without GPLv3 obligations. Includes white-labeling, custom branding, priority updates, installation support, training, and dedicated technical support. Perfect for organizations requiring proprietary integrations or reseller partnerships.

ANNUAL BILLING DISCOUNT: Save 20% on all cloud plans with annual billing.

All paid cloud plans include unlimited request and viewer accounts, unlike traditional CMMS vendors who charge per seat for basic users. Free trials available for all cloud plans with no credit card required.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 4.5 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Setup was easy, support is really good, and maintenance management at our organization is way better than it was before. Much less paperwork now that we use Asset Essentials.

Cons

  • A bit of a learning curve but not bad at all and understandable since the software allows us to do so much

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • - That it be open source and free - Developer support - That feedback is taken into account and necessary changes are made to improve the software
  • As a systems administrator and Maintenance professional who's evaluated dozens of CMMS solutions, Atlas CMMS stands out for being genuinely open source (GPL-3.0) - not "freemium with limits" like most competitors claim. The source code is fully available on GitHub, which is crucial for our security audits and customization needs. What impressed me most is the deployment flexibility: we started with the completely free self-hosted version for testing, then easily moved to their managed cloud service without vendor lock-in concerns. The Docker deployment was straightforward, and having unlimited users from day one eliminated budget anxiety. The mobile app's offline capabilities are exceptional - our field technicians can work in areas with poor connectivity and sync when back online. QR code asset scanning streamlines our workflow significantly compared to manual entry systems. For the developer community: The codebase is clean, well-documented, and actively maintained. Contributing to the project or customizing for specific needs is actually feasible, unlike black-box commercial solutions.

Cons

  • There are still some minor bugs that need fixing.
  • iOS App Still in Development : Currently only has native Android app - iOS is planned for Q4 2025( according their Discord channel). While the mobile browser works on iPhones, a native iOS app would complete the mobile experience for mixed-device environments. Limited Third-Party Integrations : Compared to established enterprise CMMS vendors, the integration ecosystem is still developing. However, the REST API and open source nature make custom integrations achievable.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Company Information

Brightly (formerly Dude Solutions)
Founded: 1999
United States
www.brightlysoftware.com/products/asset-essentials

Company Information

Intelloop
Founded: 2023
Morocco
atlas-cmms.com

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Categories

Asset Tracking Supported
CMMS Supported
EAM Supported
GIS Supported
Public Works Supported
Tool Management Supported
Work Order Supported

Categories

CMMS Supported

CMMS Features

Asset Tracking Supported
Calibration Management Supported
Inventory Control Supported
Key & Lock Management Not Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Preventive Maintenance Supported
Purchasing Not Supported
Scheduling Supported
Service History Tracking Supported
Technician Management Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Building Maintenance Features

Asset Tracking Supported
Commercial Properties Not Supported
Customer Database Supported
Dispatch Management Not Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Job Costing Not Supported
Job Management Supported
Maintenance Scheduling Supported
Residential Properties Not Supported
Routing Supported
Scheduling Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Equipment Maintenance Features

Customer Database Not Supported
Dispatch Management Not Supported
Equipment Tracking Supported
Inventory Control Supported
Job Management Supported
Maintenance Scheduling Supported
Warranty Tracking Not Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Facility Management Features

Asset Management Supported
Commercial Properties Supported
Equipment Management Supported
Facility Scheduling Supported
Incident Management Supported
Inspection Management Not Supported
Inventory Control Supported
Maintenance Tracking Supported
Preventive Maintenance Supported
Residential Properties Supported
Room Scheduling Supported
Schools Supported
Space Planning Not Supported
Vendor Management Supported
Visitor Management Not Supported
Work Order Management Supported

GIS Features

3D Imagery Not Supported
Census Data Integration Supported
Color Coding Supported
Geocoding Supported
Image Exporting Not Supported
Image Management Not Supported
Internet Mapping Supported
Interoperability Supported
Labeling Supported
Map Creation Not Supported
Map Sharing Supported
Near-Matching Not Supported
Reverse Geocoding Not Supported
Spatial Analysis Not Supported

Maintenance Management Features

Asset Tracking Supported
Billing & Invoicing Not Supported
Calibration Management Not Supported
Dispatch Management Not Supported
Inventory Control Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Key & Lock Management Not Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Planning Calendar Supported
Predictive Maintenance Supported
Preventive Maintenance Supported
Purchasing Not Supported
Scheduling Supported
Service History Tracking Supported
Technician Management Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Preventive Maintenance Features

Condition Monitoring Supported
Inspection Management Supported
Maintenance Scheduling Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Predictive Maintenance Supported
Purchasing Supported
Reminders Not Supported
To-Do List Not Supported
Vendor Management Not Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Public Works Features

Billing & Invoicing Not Supported
Compliance Management Supported
Contract Management Supported
Customer Database Supported
Document Management Supported
Equipment Maintenance Supported
Fixed Asset Management Supported
Job Costing Not Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Service Request Management Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Work Order Features

Contract Management Supported
Customer Database Supported
Dispatch Management Not Supported
Inventory Control Supported
Job Management Supported
Preventive Maintenance Supported
Quotes / Estimates Not Supported
Recurring Appointments Not Supported
Routing Supported
Scheduling Supported
Task Management Supported

CMMS Features

Asset Tracking Supported
Calibration Management Not Supported
Inventory Control Supported
Key & Lock Management Not Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Preventive Maintenance Supported
Purchasing Not Supported
Scheduling Supported
Service History Tracking Supported
Technician Management Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Integrations

ArbiterSports Supported
K4Community Supported
Microsoft Excel Supported

Integrations

ArbiterSports Not Supported
K4Community Not Supported
Microsoft Excel Not Supported
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