Towards a conceptual framework to manage BIM/COBie asset data using a standard project management methodology

Al-naggar, Ahmed N.; Pitt, Michael

doi:10.1108/jfm-03-2018-0015

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“…In addition, plenty of research has been undertaken to apply advanced technologies for asset management, such as building information modeling (Guillen et al , 2016; Brunet et al , 2019; Alnaggar and Pitt, 2019a, 2019b), digital twins (Lu et al , 2020) and machine learning (Fang et al , 2019). These efforts primarily focused on data interoperability between BIM tools and facility management systems, i.e.…”

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A unified work breakdown structure-based framework for building asset management

Al-Kasasbeh

Abudayyeh

Liu

2020

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Purpose Asset inventory is an essential part of any building asset management system and is needed by such functions as condition assessment and deterioration prediction. Previous studies in asset management systems have suggested the use of one of the many standard construction classification systems, such as UniFormat or MasterFormat, in achieving the goals of asset management. However, each classification system has its unique features, and it has been developed for different purposes and may not necessarily be directly adaptable to asset management. A proper classification system is thus needed to achieve the goals of building asset management effectively. Such a system must take into consideration the objectives and functions of asset management. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to establish a unified work breakdown structure (WBS)-based framework for building asset inventory. Design/methodology/approach The WBS-based framework aims to cover the entire lifecycle of an asset so as to provide the unified classification system for asset inventory. The proposed framework is developed based on appropriate building standards. Also, comprehensive levels of details are included for space functions and locations for all assets in any type of building. Furthermore, this framework takes into consideration utilities in any kind of building project. As such, the WBS-based framework proposed in this research endeavor provides the basis for effective asset management. An educational building case study is presented and discussed to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed framework for asset management. Findings The unified WBS-based framework for building asset management effectively classifies asset inventories and facilitates decision-making in asset management during the lifecycle of an asset. Originality/value This research synthesizes a unified WBS-based framework for building asset management, which allows for a more effective lifecycle building asset management.

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Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

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A unified work breakdown structure-based framework for building asset management

Al-Kasasbeh

Abudayyeh

Liu

2020

JFM

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“…COBie can provide the format for the exchanged information; however, it often fails to support the owner in identifying and requesting specific semantic data according to FM information requirements (Love et al, 2014;Zibion et al, 2018). FM professionals can receive incomplete, unnecessary or low-quality data at project closeout, which further impairs the efficient usability of COBie during building operations (Alnaggar and Pitt, 2018). Hence, implementation of the COBie guidelines requires customization reflecting region-, project-, and client-specific requirements (East and Carrasquillo, 2013).…”

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Developing building information models (BIM) for building handover, operation and maintenance

Sadeghi

Elliott

Porro³

et al. 2019

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PurposeThis paper aims to represent the results of a case study to establish a building information model (BIM)-enabled workflow to capture and retrieve facility information to deliver integrated handover deliverables.Design/methodology/approachThe Building Handover Information Model (BHIM) framework proposed herein is contextualized given the Construction Operation Information Exchange (COBie) and the level of development schema. The process uses Autodesk Revit as the primary BIM-authoring tool and Dynamo as an add-in for extending Revit’s parametric functionality, BHIM validation, information retrieval and documentation in generating operation and maintenance (O&M) deliverables in the end-user requested format.FindingsGiven the criticality of semantics for model elements in the BHIM and for appropriate interoperability in BIM collaboration, each discipline should establish model development and exchange protocols that define the elements, geometrical and non-geometrical information requirements and acceptable software applications early in the design phase. In this case study, five information categories (location, specifications, warranty, maintenance instructions and Construction Specifications Institute MasterFormat division) were identified as critical for model elements in the BHIM for handover purposes.Originality/valueDesign- and construction-purposed BIM is a standard platform in collaborative architecture, engineering and construction practice, and the models are available for many recently constructed facilities. However, interoperability issues drastically restrict implementation of these models in building information handover and O&M. This study provides essential input regarding BIM exchange protocols and collaborative BIM libraries for handover purposes in collaborative BIM development.

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“…LEAD process model is an extension of a study that proposed the use of a project management methodology of four phases to manage COBie asset dataflow throughout building lifecycle (Alnaggar and Pitt, 2019). This study proposed the mapping between these four phases and the RIBA PoW stages.…”

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“…The role of the DEC in this process is to translate the strategic objectives of the AM team of the client into asset-related requirements from the BIM project implementation and prepare the requirements that will guide the BIM implementation throughout the lifecycle (Patacas et al, 2015). DEC will present the COBie management plan template (Alnaggar and Pitt, 2019) for the client and architect/lead designer's team to establish clear expectations about the COBie information delivery in the project. This will ensure the agreement of the COBie project scope boundaries in this early stage.…”

Section: Lifecycle Exchange Of Asset Data Process 1 -Project Management Institute Initiation Phasementioning

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“…This approach of treating information management in BIM as "a project" is critical because the rigorous methodology associated with project management will improve the information governance of BIM throughout the lifecycle (Alnaggar and Pitt, 2019). Similar to any project management plan, the COBie plan should include roles and responsibilities between all stakeholders and COBie schedule that illustrates the COBie drops and when it is due to deliver each drop.…”

Section: Lifecycle Exchange Of Asset Data Process 2 -Project Management Institute Initiation Phasementioning

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Lifecycle Exchange for Asset Data (LEAD)

Al-naggar

Pitt

2019

JFM

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Purpose The purpose of this study is to outline the problems associated with asset information management using the Construction Operations Building Information Exchange (COBie) standard and to analyse the causes of industry failure to successfully adopt the standard. Based on this analysis, the paper will propose a process model, namely, Lifecycle Exchange of Asset Data (LEAD) to manage asset dataflow between all building stakeholders from design to construction and ultimately to the facility management team. This model aims to help the construction supply chain to produce complete and high-quality asset data that supports the operation phase of the built environment. Design/methodology/approach A review of relevant studies provided a theoretical background for this study. The authors then collected and analysed COBie data from five live construction projects using building information modelling (BIM) projects from different design and construction companies. The process model is based on an industry placement within Bouygues UK construction company, which was a Tier 1 building contractor in London in the period from December 2016 to December 2018. The researcher used an inductive approach observing current practises in two construction projects to produce “LEAD” model. Then a focus group was conducted with industry experts to discuss and refine the process model. Findings Analysis of literature and data collected in the course of this study revealed that although COBie is a BIM Level 2 standard in the UK, there is currently a low success rate in producing complete and accurate COBie data in the UK construction industry. This low rate is because of COBie’s rigid data syntax/structure, complexity and ambiguity of its data exchange process, which suggests that COBie may not be the future of the industry. Based on these findings, the study proposed a process model, namely, “LEAD,” to improve COBie output and also to be used with project-specific information requirements. Practical implications To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this paper is one of the first to focus solely on asset data exchange process using COBie standard and highlights the problems the industry faces in this remit. The study is based on industry placement for two years, so the analysis is based on actual and current industry problems. Current industry practices also informed the “LEAD” model, and the model provides a step-by-step guidance in producing and exchanging BIM asset data in all stages of the building lifecycle. Originality/value This paper provides a detailed analysis of the most common problems associated with COBie as an asset data exchange standard. Understanding these problems is of high value for industry practitioners to avoid them in projects. The paper also proposed a novel process model that can be used either to improve COBie quality or can be used with any project-specific data requirements.

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Towards a conceptual framework to manage BIM/COBie asset data using a standard project management methodology

Cited by 40 publications

References 24 publications

A unified work breakdown structure-based framework for building asset management

A unified work breakdown structure-based framework for building asset management

Developing building information models (BIM) for building handover, operation and maintenance

Lifecycle Exchange for Asset Data (LEAD)

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