MXM Maintenance Mark: a certification badge indicating that an asset's maintenance records are digitally signed, ledger-anchored, and independently verifiable through the Universal Maintenance Passport system.
Key Takeaways
- 1The MXM Mark signals that maintenance records are cryptographically verifiable
- 2Three certification levels exist: Linked, Integrated, and Native
- 3The mark appears on physical assets, documents, listings, and portals
- 4Earning the mark requires adopting UMP and meeting verification standards
What the MXM Mark means
When you see the MXM Maintenance Mark on an asset or document, it's a promise backed by cryptography:
Signed by the source
Maintenance events are recorded as digitally signed credentials by the service provider who performed the work.
Anchored to a ledger
Each record is hash-anchored to an append-only ledger, creating an immutable timestamp that proves when it was created.
Verifiable by anyone
Any counterparty can verify the records in under 60 seconds without creating an account or contacting the service provider.
Trust at a glance
The MXM Mark is designed to work like other trust signals you already know — USDA Organic, CARFAX certified, or UL Listed. When you see it, you know the asset meets a verifiable standard.
Three certification levels
Not all organizations integrate with UMP the same way. The MXM Mark has three levels to reflect different integration depths:
MXM-Linked
Data is imported/exported manually, but verifiable credential packs exist and can be checked. Best for fleets getting started with portable maintenance records.
MXM-Integrated
Direct API or SDK integration from your CMMS, telematics, or operations platform. Automated event capture and real-time anchoring. Best for platforms and large fleets.
MXM-Native
Full offline capture, real-time credential issuance, and complete selective disclosure controls. The deepest integration with the richest capabilities. Best for service providers.
| Aspect | Feature | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Verifiable credentials | What you get | All levels |
| Automated data capture | Reduces manual entry | Integrated & Native |
| Offline capability | Works without internet | Native only |
| Selective disclosure | Fine-grained sharing | Native only |
Start where you are
You don't need to start with full Native integration. Most organizations begin with Linked or Integrated and deepen their integration over time as they see the value.
Where the mark appears
The MXM Mark is designed to be visible everywhere that trust matters:
Physical asset badges
Stickers and plates on equipment that include a QR code and NFC tag linking to the passport.
Generated documents
MXM watermark on passport pack PDFs and maintenance summaries.
Portal interfaces
Badge displayed in owner dashboards and verifier portal results.
Marketplace listings
'MXM Verified' badge on auction and dealer listing platforms.
Insurance documents
Proof of verified maintenance history attached to policies.
Sale agreements
Certification attached to asset transfer documentation.
The physical badge includes a QR code and NFC tag that link directly to the verification portal. Anyone with a smartphone can scan it and see the asset's verified maintenance history in seconds.
Who benefits from the mark
The MXM Mark creates value for every party in an asset transaction:
Asset owners
The mark signals that you've invested in proper maintenance and can prove it. This translates to faster sales, better prices, and preferred treatment from lenders and insurers.
Buyers and inspectors
The mark means you can verify maintenance history instantly instead of spending days on due diligence phone calls and document requests.
Service providers
Issuing MXM-certified records builds your reputation. Your work becomes part of a verifiable credential that follows the asset — permanent proof of your service quality.
Lenders and insurers
The mark provides objective, verifiable data for risk assessment instead of self-reported checklists and hopeful narratives.
The premium effect
Assets with verifiable maintenance history command higher prices. The MXM Mark makes that verification instant and trustworthy, removing the "discount for uncertainty" that buyers apply to unverified assets.
How to earn the MXM Mark
The path to earning the MXM Mark depends on your role in the ecosystem:
Fleet operators
Connect your CMMS or telematics, start collecting signed credentials, and generate passport packs.
Service providers
Join the issuer program, get verified credentials, and start signing the work you perform.
Platforms
Integrate the UMP API, enable credential verification, and display the mark on qualified listings.
Step 1: Apply for the pilot program
Contact our team to discuss your use case and determine the right certification level for your organization.
Step 2: Complete technical integration
Connect your systems using our API/SDK, or use our mobile app for direct credential capture.
Step 3: Issue your first credentials
Start creating signed maintenance records and building your asset passports.
Step 4: Display the mark
Once verified, you can display the MXM Mark on your assets, documents, and listings.
Verification in action
Here's what happens when someone verifies an MXM-marked asset:
Access the passport
Scan the QR code or NFC tag on the physical badge, or click the passport link in a listing or document.
View the records
See the maintenance history that the owner has chosen to share — events, dates, service providers, and evidence.
Check the signatures
The system automatically verifies that each record was signed by a verified issuer and hasn't been tampered with.
Confirm the ledger
Timestamps are checked against the immutable ledger to prove when each record was created.
See the result
Get a clear verification status: green checks for verified records, flags for any issues or gaps.
No account required
Verification is designed to be frictionless. Anyone can verify an MXM-marked asset without creating an account, logging in, or contacting the service provider. The cryptography does the work.
The MXM Mark vs. other certifications
You might wonder how the MXM Mark compares to other certifications you know. Here's the key difference:
| Aspect | Traditional certifications | MXM Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Verification method | Call to confirm | Cryptographic proof |
| Record integrity | Trust the issuer | Mathematically verified |
| Verification speed | Hours to days | Under 60 seconds |
| Tampering detection | Difficult or impossible | Automatic and certain |
| Third-party dependency | Required for each check | Self-verifying |
Traditional certifications rely on trust — you trust the issuer, you trust the document wasn't altered, you trust your phone call reached the right person. The MXM Mark replaces trust with verification.
Getting started
Ready to bring the MXM Mark to your assets or organization?
For asset owners and operators
Start collecting verifiable credentials for your fleet and earn the MXM Mark for your assets.
Learn moreFor service providers
Join the issuer program and start signing the maintenance work you perform.
Learn moreReady to apply for the MXM pilot?
Talk to our team about bringing verifiable maintenance to your organization.
Contact us