Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
Higher availability, controlled costs and traceability: RAMT, LORA, LCC, spares, maintenance plans, technical publications and KPI dashboards. Practical deliverables to decide and execute.
Why ILS?
Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) increases availability and reduces the total cost of ownership (LCC) by structuring maintenance, spares, documentation and KPIs. It is especially valuable when downtime is rare, expensive, or when multiple contractors are involved.
Who is it for / when?
Typical cases where ILS delivers quick ROI:
Operations & maintenance
When maintenance is mostly reactive and operations need stabilising.
- Unprioritised maintenance backlog
- Intermittent failures / missing spares
- Time lost finding docs & references
Refit / modernisation
When equipment changes require securing support and spares.
- Architecture & supplier choices
- Spares strategy & interchangeability
- Documentation & training
Contracts & contractors
When responsibilities, performance and service levels must be clarified.
- Maintenance contracts / warranties
- KPIs & penalties / incentives
- Procedures & traceability
Insurance / compliance
When documentary proof and history are critical.
- Intervention & spares history
- Sourced timelines
- Configuration & versions
What ILS covers (modules)
ILS is modular. We often start with a short MVP scope and then expand.
RAMT (reliability & maintainability)
Identify weak points and structure measurable improvements.
- MTBF / MTTR, failure modes
- Root-cause analysis (data-dependent)
- Reliability plan & prioritised actions
LORA (repair / replace / outsource)
Make informed decisions on intervention strategies and stock.
- Repair vs replace vs subcontract
- Maintenance levels (O/I/D)
- Operational constraints & lead times
Spares & interchangeability
Reduce immobilisations caused by unavailable parts.
- Critical / recommended spares list
- References, equivalents, obsolescence
- Stock and replenishment strategy
Maintenance plans (preventive / condition-based)
Standardise tasks and reduce unnecessary interventions.
- Task cards & intervals
- Condition-based maintenance (when data exists)
- Checklists & acceptance criteria
Technical publications
Daily-usable documentation (and kept up to date).
- Document tree & versioning
- Equipment sheets / procedures
- Revisions & traceability
KPI dashboard
Measure operations and drive performance.
- KPIs: MTBF/MTTR, backlog, availability
- Downtime, causes, costs
- Rituals: monthly review, action plans
ILS MVP (4 weeks): document inventory + critical spares + minimum maintenance plan + a basic KPI dashboard.
Get in touchDeliverables
You receive structured, prioritised, actionable outputs.
ILS file
- Analysis & findings (RAMT / LORA / spares)
- Risks & impacts (availability, costs, safety)
- Prioritised backlog (quick wins / CAPEX)
Appendices (scope-dependent)
- Spares list (critical / recommended)
- Maintenance plan & checklists
- KPIs & dashboard template
Process
Simple: brief → data collection → analysis → delivery.
1) Brief
Objectives, scope, constraints, systems, and data availability.
2) Collection
Docs, logs, maintenance history, spares inventories, interviews.
3) Delivery
Findings, risks, recommendations, and a 30/60/90-day action plan.
Ready to scope it? Send 3 items: asset type, objectives (availability/costs), and the intervention window (dock/site).
Contact RivierX EngineeringFAQ
What data do you need to get started?
At minimum: an equipment list, available documentation (as-built, manuals), and a maintenance history (even partial). We can start with an MVP and enrich over time.
Is ILS suitable for a yacht/vessel with limited downtime?
Yes. ILS is particularly valuable when the intervention window is short. We prioritise critical spares, checklists and procedures to secure operations.
Do you deliver in English?
Yes. Deliverables can be provided in EN/FR depending on the scope and need.
How long does an ILS mission take?
An MVP can be delivered in 2–6 weeks depending on data availability. Extension phases (deeper RAMT/LORA, publications, dashboards) can then be planned.