Infodeck vs IBM Maximo
Compare a modern IoT-first CMMS with enterprise EAM. See implementation time, total cost of ownership, and which is right for your organization.
Last updated: February 2026
Quick Decision Guide
Based on your needs, here is which platform may be the better fit.
Infodeck may be the better fit if you...
- Want to start today - add locations, assets, and go
- Time to value matters - you need to deploy quickly
- Budget is a concern - you want lower TCO
- IoT-first approach is a priority
- You want modern UX that technicians will adopt
- You prefer managed SaaS over heavy IT overhead
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IBM Maximo may be the better fit if you...
- You're a 10,000+ employee enterprise
- Heavy industry: utilities, oil & gas, mining, nuclear
- You need complex linear/rotating asset management
- You're already invested in the IBM ecosystem
- You have budget for $100K+ implementation
- Highly regulated compliance requirements
Quick Comparison
See the difference at a glance
Key metrics that matter when choosing your CMMS platform
Infodeck M
Maximo Implementation complexity
Infodeck M
Maximo Implementation investment
Infodeck M
Maximo Self-serve available
Infodeck M
Maximo Maximo Monitor extra
Infodeck M
Maximo Implementation approach
Infodeck M
Maximo Enterprise complexity
EAM vs CMMS: Understanding the Difference
IBM Maximo is an Enterprise Asset Management system—comprehensive but complex. Infodeck is a focused CMMS with modern IoT capabilities—powerful but practical.
Maximo Approach
Enterprise Asset Management
- 6-18 month implementation cycles
- $100K-$1M+ implementation investment
- Requires dedicated admin team
- Heavy custom development needed
- IoT via separate Maximo Monitor module
Infodeck Approach
Modern IoT-First CMMS
- Go live in days to weeks
- Transparent, predictable pricing
- Self-service configuration
- No-code/low-code customization
- Native IoT integration included
Bottom line: Maximo is for the largest, most complex organizations. Most companies can achieve their goals with Infodeck at a fraction of the cost and complexity.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Detailed breakdown of capabilities across both platforms.
Feature
Infodeck
IBM Maximo
Implementation & Deployment
Typical implementation time
1-4 weeks
6-18 months
Configuration approach
Self-service
Consultant required
Training needed
Hours to days
Weeks to months
IT involvement required
Minimal
Significant
Customization approach
No-code/low-code
Custom development
Work Order Management
Create and assign work orders
Priority levels & SLA
Recurring schedules
Auto-create from sensor data
Native
With add-ons
Work order hierarchy
Strong
Job plans & labor tracking
Strong
Asset Management
Asset registry & hierarchy
Strong
Maintenance history
Custom attributes
Extensive
Real-time sensor data
Native
Add-on
Linear assets
Basic
Strong
Fleet management
Basic
Strong
IoT & Sensors
Native IoT support
Built-in
Add-on (Maximo Monitor)
LoRaWAN integration
7 LNS providers
Requires development
AWS IoT integration
Via Watson IoT
Setup complexity
Minutes
Weeks/months
Condition-based work orders
Easy
Complex
IoT pricing
Included
Separate module
Enterprise Features
Multi-site support
Strong
Multi-organization
Enterprise
Role-based access
Extensive
Workflow automation
Complex but powerful
API access
Custom applications
No-code
Development required
Pricing & Support
License model
Per user/month
Complex licensing
Starting price
From $17/user/mo
$100K+ implementation
Annual maintenance
Included
18-22% of license
Consultants needed
Optional
Required
Public request forms (QR code)
Multilingual support
EN, CN, TH
Many languages
Honest Assessment
Every platform has strengths and limitations. Here is an objective look at both.
Infodeck
Strengths
- Dramatically faster implementation (weeks, not months)
- Significantly lower total cost of ownership
- Native IoT integration included - no add-on modules
- Modern, intuitive interface technicians actually enjoy
- Data quality management for sensor validation
- No dedicated IT team required to manage
Limitations
- — Less depth in complex EAM scenarios (linear assets, fleet)
- — Smaller company vs IBM enterprise backing
- — Not suited for highly regulated nuclear/heavy industry
- — Limited SAP/Oracle ERP integrations (API-based custom projects available)
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IBM Maximo
Strengths
- Industry-leading EAM with 40+ years of development
- Deep capabilities for linear assets, fleet, and complex hierarchies
- Strong in regulated industries (utilities, oil & gas, nuclear)
- Massive customization possibilities for complex workflows
- Backed by IBM enterprise support
Limitations
- — Very high total cost of ownership ($100K-$1M+ implementations)
- — Long implementation timelines (6-18+ months typical)
- — Requires specialized Maximo consultants
- — Complex to administer - often needs dedicated team
- — IoT requires separate Maximo Monitor module
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