Wijeratne, P U; Gunarathna, C; Yang, R J; Wu, P; Hampson, K and Shemery, A (2024) BIM enabler for facilities management: A review of 33 cases. International Journal of Construction Management, 24(3), pp. 251-260. ISSN 1562-3599
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to investigate the application of building information modelling (BIM) for asset management. It will discuss what tools and processors are used for applying BIM for asset management in construction projects. The method comprises a literature review of 33 projects that have applied BIM or planned to apply BIM for asset management functions. The findings show that a combination of software, hardware, processors, and standards can enable the BIM models to be integrated with the asset management systems. It facilitates easy extraction of information, avoid errors and duplication of work. The most popular way of developing a BIM-based asset management system is incorporating BIM asset data with CMMS or CAFM systems used for asset lifecycle and maintenance management. Engagement of stakeholders related to the operation phase is required as early as possible. Consideration should be given for protecting the information generated within the cyber environment. The research shows how BIM related tools and processors could be integrated to successfully implement BIM enabled asset management. The knowledge can be potentially useful for planning or implementing BIM enabled asset management systems. The research provides insight on the application of BIM for asset management in construction projects globally.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | asset management; enablers; building information modelling |
| Index terms: | construction project, operation phase, facilities management, asset management, literature review, hardware, lifecycle, building information modelling, maintenance management |
| Subjects: | project delivery, data analysis and analytics, computer hardware, asset management, information systems, maintenance engineering, management, production management |
| Topics: | Project Management, Research Practice, Business Strategy, Digital Applications |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCA |
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