Are you interested in becoming a participating facility within the Facility Online Manager (FOM) network? We welcome all facilities inside MTU to join our collaborative facility management platform that streamlines and automates access to state-of-the-art research equipment and resources.
Benefits of Joining FOM
- Increased Visibility: Gain exposure to a broader audience across campus.
- Streamlined Operations: Utilize the FOM system for efficient resource management and equipment reservations.
- Use Fee Billing: Simplify billing processes for usage fees associated with instrument access.
- Reduction of Duplication: Minimize redundancy in equipment across campus by facilitating shared access to instruments.
How to Get Started
- Review the FOM Manual: Familiarize yourself with the FOM system by reviewing the FOM Manuals.
- Create an account in FOM.
- Fill Out the FOM New Facility Request Form: Complete the form to request assistance for your facility's instrument management.
- Set Up Your Facility in FOM: Once approved, your facility will be integrated into
the FOM network, allowing you to start using the platform.
- Start adding resources to your facility in FOM.
- Collaborate with the IT team to ensure your facility’s needs are met and any technical requirements are addressed.
- If you wish to have your instrument access interlocked by FOM, please complete the Instrument Management Request form, once per instrument to be locked.
FOM New Facility Request
If the department/facility does not exist, submit a request by sending an email to IT Help, it-help@mtu.edu. Use the subject line "Add new FOM facility". In the email, please include the following information:
- Name
- Department
- Facility Name
- Facility Manager(s) Email Address(es)
IT Help will review the request and follow up if additional information is needed.
FOM Instrument Management Request
If your facility requires interlocks on equipment, please fill out the FOM Instrument Management Request Form. This request will be sent to MTU IT for processing. Once you have completed the form, the IT team will review your request and follow up with you as soon as possible.