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Understanding the opportunities and challenges of building automation and control systems to support facility management : an extensive literature review
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Abstract Purpose This paper aims to highlight the expanding link between facility management (FM) and building automation and control systems (BACS) through a review of literature. It examines the opportunities and challenges of BACS for facility managers and proposes solutions for mitigating the risks associated with BACS implementation. Design/methodology/approach This paper reviews various research papers to explore the positive influences of BACS on FM, such as support with strategic decision-making, predictive maintenance, energy efficiency and comfort improvement. It also discusses the challenges of BACS, including obsolescence, interoperability, vendor lock-in, reliability and security risks and suggests potential solutions based on existing literature. Findings BACS offers numerous opportunities for facility managers, such as improved decision-making, energy efficiency and comfort levels in office buildings. However, there are also risks associated with BACS implementation, including obsolescence, interoperability, vendor lock-in, reliability and security risks. These risks can be mitigated through measures such as hardware and software obsolescence management plans, functional requirement lists, wireless communication protocols, advanced feedback systems and increased awareness about BACS security. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, no prior academic research has been conducted on the expanding link between FM and BACS. Although some papers have touched upon the opportunities and challenges of BACS for FM, this paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of these findings by consolidating existing literature.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Facilities. - London
Publication
London : 2024
ISSN
0263-2772
DOI
10.1108/F-05-2023-0042
Volume/pages
42 :7/8 (2024) , p. 677-693
ISI
001209038900001
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The author-created version that incorporates referee comments and is the accepted for publication version Available from 30.04.2025
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UAntwerpen
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Creation 30.04.2024
Last edited 06.07.2024
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