Streamlining device management with BMC Helix Edge


This use case explains how Apex Global addressed the business need for efficient device management by implementing BMC Helix Edge, resulting in substantial operational improvements.

Customer success

Apex Global improves the following device categorization:

  • Real-time device visibility
  • Efficient maintenance planning
  • Optimized resource allocation
Scenario

Apex Global, a leading manufacturing enterprise, aims to enhance its device management capabilities for optimal efficiency. Facing challenges in tracking and managing diverse devices across various locations, Apex Global turns to BMC Helix Edge for a comprehensive solution. 

Workflow

The business needs to enhance device management capabilities for optimal efficiency.

Workflow for creating a device profile (9).png

Task

Product | Component | Console

Role

Action

Reference

1

Devices 

Platform Administrator

Register devices into the BMC Helix Edge system, providing essential details such as device type, location, and specifications. 

2

Dashboards Builder 

Dashboard Viewer

Use BMC Helix Edge dashboards to monitor real-time data on device health, usage, and performance. 

3

Predictive maintenance

Analysts

Leverage predictive analytics from BMC Helix Edge to schedule maintenance activities proactively, avoiding unexpected breakdowns. 

Results

Apex Global successfully implemented BMC Helix Edge to streamline device management processes, enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize resource allocation.

Benefits

  • Gain instant insights into the status and location of devices.
  • Streamline maintenance schedules and reduce downtime.
  • Allocate resources effectively based on device usage and condition.

To implement this use case

Follow the detailed procedures outlined in the linked tasks:

  1. Managing-IoT-devices
  2. Creating-dashboards-and-visualizing-data
  3. Machine-Learning-functions

 

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