Data Management Tools
RCM++'s flexible data management capabilities can save time on data entry, help to ensure consistency among analyses and even provide brainstorming tools that will improve the quality of your RCM analyses.
User-Friendly Editing Tools
In Version 5, RCM++ makes it easier than ever to copy or move analysis data. You now have the option to multi-select records directly within the hierarchical tree views and also drag and drop records to desired locations. RCM++ also offers a new Paste Special command that allows you to paste records with or without their associated dependents.
In addition to text fields, the flexible find and replace utility now works for number fields, date fields and even drop-down lists. The new and improved spell checker highlights spelling mistakes while you are typing and offers customizable spelling dictionaries for all supported languages.
Linked Records and Linked/Attached Files
In Version 5, the ability to create linked records in the analysis is now available for Tasks, Actions and Controls, and new tools have been added to make it easier to manage the links. In addition, you can use the Links and Attachments feature to keep related information from external data files together with the rest of the analysis (such as design drawings and procedure instructions).
Select Existing "Pick Lists" for All Description Fields
For any text field, RCM++ provides easy access to a list of existing descriptions from specified data sources. Each list can be sorted or filtered to fit your specific needs. For example, the utility can provide a list of failure modes that contain the word "fatigue" or a list of maintenance tasks in a phrase set distributed to all analysts.
Importing from Existing Analyses or Templates
RCM++ provides two flexible interfaces for finding and importing information from existing analyses or predefined templates. One utility allows you to browse through the data and choose the items and/or analysis records that you want to import. A second utility allows you to search for the records you want to import. For example, this tool can provide a list of items where the part name contains "Battery" AND the supplier name contains "Acme" OR "XYZ, Inc."
Import/Export via Excel
The new Templates Manager feature makes it easier than ever to import a system configuration or functional failure analysis from an external data file. Now you can create and manage your own customized Excel templates to fit the exact configurations of your existing files. We have also added the ability to import system hierarchy and failure analysis data together from the same file, as well as the option to import data from existing DVP&R, control plan and DRBFM worksheets.
Change Log and Electronic Approval Tracking
When an authorized user activates the change log for a particular RCM or FMEA analysis, the software will record a history of the specific changes made in each tracked revision. In addition to the date/time and details of the change, the software can be configured to prompt users to record an explanation for each modification. If desired, this utility also can store an electronic record of the users who have reviewed and approved each tracked version of the analysis.
