In today's competitive business environment, operational efficiency is key to success. One critical decision that every business must make is whether to adopt a preventive maintenance or reactive maintenance approach. While both strategies are common in facility management, one clearly outperforms the other in terms of cost savings, safety, and operational continuity. Let's break it down. �� What Is Preventive Maintenance? Preventive maintenance refers to the regular and planned servicing of equipment and infrastructure to avoid unexpected breakdowns. This includes routine inspections, lubrication, parts replacements, and system testing. Example: Regular servicing of HVAC systems, electrical panels, plumbing, elevators, etc., ensures smooth functioning and safety. �� What Is Reactive Maintenance? Reactive maintenance is performed only after a failure or breakdown has occurred . This is often referred to as "run-to-failure" maintenance. Example: Fixing an ...