EAM Software for the Full Asset Lifecycle

Enterprise asset management software (EAM software) offers companies a comprehensive solution for managing assets throughout their entire lifecycles. It also helps in storing large amounts of data, integrating with other technologies and offering mobile asset management. Organizations with larger, more complex asset management needs typically use EAM software.

EAM software is similar to computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software, but the two have some key differences. Both solutions help companies digitize their maintenance strategies, but the two differ in their features, scope and how comprehensively they address asset management needs. A CMMS primarily focuses on managing and maintaining assets while they are operational. EAM software, however, offers a more holistic approach, overseeing the entire asset lifecycle, from procurement to disposal.

Yes. Coast can track every stage of an asset’s life: procurement details and intake records, operational maintenance and inspection history, compliance and calibration documentation, and end-of-life decommissioning records. This way your team has a complete asset history available at any time, whether for internal reporting, insurance audits or regulatory inspections.

Coast supports three integration paths. Through Zapier, teams can connect Coast to thousands of apps — including Slack, QuickBooks, Gmail and Microsoft Teams — without any code. Coast’s Open API supports deeper, custom integrations with ERP platforms, inventory systems and proprietary operational software. For teams without development resources, Coast’s integration partners can build custom connections on your behalf. Coast also supports hardware integrations with IoT sensors, PLCs and smart monitoring devices for condition-based maintenance workflows.

Yes. Coast is SOC 2 Type II certified. An independent auditor has verified that our systems meet rigorous standards for security, availability and confidentiality. You can access our full compliance documentation at trust.coastapp.com.

Coast provides several features that directly support 21 CFR compliance:

• Every user has a unique login, and all actions are automatically recorded with timestamps and user attribution for complete audit trails
• Work orders and asset histories are stored as structured, immutable records that are easy to retrieve during inspections
• PM and calibration tasks are scheduled, tracked and fully traceable to ensure consistent execution

Coast supports all three ISO frameworks by standardizing workflows, enforcing required fields and maintaining complete, traceable records of every maintenance action. PM scheduling, inspection tracking and calibration management keep equipment consistently documented. Built-in CAPA support ensures issues are logged, investigated and resolved. Coast provides the structure and audit-ready records that make ISO certification and ongoing compliance demonstrable — though ISO certification applies to your organization’s quality management system, not the software itself.

In order to have a successful EAM implementation, we recommend following these four steps:

1. Define the goals, needs and maintenance KPIs you want to track.
2. Make sure all stakeholders are on the same page.
3. Involve your team in early adoption.
4. Plan for scalability.