What Does Deferred Maintenance Mean? Avoid Costly Repairs

Moving from the broad topic of maintenance concerns, deferred maintenance becomes a critical concept to understand. It describes any scheduled repair or upkeep that’s postponed due to limited resources—think budget cuts or staffing shortfalls.  This isn’t about choosing not to fix something minor; it’s about necessary work getting pushed back, creating a growing list of tasks waiting for attention. Often referred to as backlog or demand maintenance, this practice can be both planned and unplanned.     Read the article…………………………….

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