Batista, L T; Franco, J R Q; Fakury, R H; Porto, M F; Alves, L V R and Kohlmann, G S (2024) BIM-IoT-FM integration: strategy for implementation of sustainable water management in buildings. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 13(5), pp. 1096-1116. ISSN 2046-6099
Abstract
Purpose: The objective of this research is to develop an solution to water management at the scale of buildings, through the technological resources. Automating analysis using 3D models helps increase efficiency in buildings during the operational phase, consequently promotes sustainability. Design/methodology/approach: This study presents a methodology based on Design Science Research to automate water management at building scale integrating BIM-IoT-FM. Data from smart meters (IoT) and the BIM model were integrated to be applied in facilities management (FM) to improve performance of the building. The methodology was implemented in a prototype for the web, called AquaBIM, which captures, manages and analyzes the information. Findings: The application of AquaBIM allowed the theoretical evaluation and practical validation of water management methodology. By BIM–IoT integration, the consumption parameters and ranges for 17 categories of activities were determined to contribute to fulfill the research gap for the commercial buildings. This criterion and other requirements are requirements met in order to obtain the AQUA-HQE environmental sustainability certification. Practical implications: Traditionally, water management in buildings is based on scarce data. The practical application of digital technologies improves decision-making. Moreover, the creation of consumption indicators for commercial buildings contributes to the discussion in the field of knowledge. Originality/value: This article emphasizes the investigation of the efficiency of use in commercial buildings using operational data and the use of sustainable consumption indicators to manage water consumption.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | building information modelling; commercial buildings; facility management; internet of things; smart meter; water management |
| Index terms: | strategy, sustainable water management, prototype, smart meter, design science research, certification, digital technology, facilities management, consumption, water consumption, environmental sustainability, decision-making, methodology, commercial building, integration, validation, 3D model, building information modelling, efficiency, water management, internet, implementation, investigation |
| Subjects: | decision analysis, organizational analysis, information systems, administrative processes, research methods, performance management, management, design practice, professional development, water management, health safety and environment, environmental resource management, modelling and simulation, energy systems, contractual arrangements, data collection methods, computational design, construction type, computing systems, consumer economics |
| Topics: | Health and Safety, Business Strategy, Engineering Principles, Information Management, Research Practice, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Sustainability, Procurement, Construction Technology, Digital Applications, Design Practice, Quality Management, Contract Administration, Organizational Design |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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