Asset Naming Conventions
Asset Naming Conventions
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Document History
Revision code Description of changes Purpose of issue Date
Document Approval
Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by
Name Dr. Abdullah AlOmani All NEOM Dr. Mohamed Haj-Maharsi
List of Figures
Figure 1: Sub-Sub Region / Blocks numbering .................................................................... 12
Figure 2: Plot numbering ..................................................................................................... 12
Figure 3: Buildings Numbering ............................................................................................ 14
Figure 4: Room Numbering System 1 ................................................................................. 16
Figure 5: Room Numbering System 2 ................................................................................. 17
Figure 6: Room numbering on different floors ..................................................................... 18
Figure 7: Building component numbering example .............................................................. 32
Figure 8: Infrastructure component numbering example ..................................................... 32
Figure 9: Linear Asset Component Numbering Example ..................................................... 33
This procedure describes the naming convention among NEOM assets for buildings,
infrastructure assets, floors and rooms, to provide continuity and maintain the uniformity of
NEOM’s asset management system. It also describes the identification and numbering
method to be applied for the components of different systems.
This procedure is to be used to assign numbers during the Design, Tendering, and
Construction stages for new and renovation projects. Working drawings for new projects and
renovation projects must conform with this document.
2 Scope
This procedure applies to all documents managed by the organizations responsible for
developing and delivering NEOM assets.
2.1 Deviations
Any deviations from this procedure require written approval by NEOM. Requests to deviate
must be submitted in writing to the NEOM ETSD Technical Consultancy, in accordance with
the Deviation Request Procedure NEOM-NEN-PRC-051.
3 Definitions
For a comprehensive list of definitions for the terms and abbreviations used at NEOM, see
the List of Definitions and Abbreviations (NEOM-NEN-SCH-006).
3.1 Terms
Term Definition
Region A large development area with clusters, districts, dwelling units, etc.,
with its own customs and characteristics.
Abbreviation Definition
A Alphabetic
N Numeric
4 References
• Give approval to the Responsible Entity (usually Projects) for the proposed asset
naming related to design level before the complete package is sent for Stage Review
(Stage 3A).
− Field 1 – Region
− Field 2 – Sub-Region
− Field 3 – Sub-Sub-Region
− Field 4 – Plot.
5.1.4 Projects
• Responsible Entity for asset naming on the Design Level, which considers:
5.1.5 ETSD
• Update and revise this procedure as required.
• Assist and advise responsible entities and related sectors/departments in the case of
any ambiguity related to this procedure.
• Ensure that the room naming and numbering scheme for renovation, extensions, and
modifications on the Assets are structured according to this procedure.
6 Stages of Work
This procedure identifies the processes across the various stages of work:
3. Stage 3: Design
The Urban Planning Department must finalize the asset numbering for Planning Level Fields
(Region/Sub-Region/Sub-Sub-Region and Plot) with agreement from the Regional
Proponent before sending for stage review (Stage 2A/2B).
The asset numbering must be finalized for Design Level by the Responsible Entity (usually
Projects) with agreement from the Asset Proponent before sending for stage review.
The numbering convention should be provided and discussed as necessary at all project
kick-off meetings.
7 Numbering Convention
This numbering convention applies immediately after the completion of the master planning.
The asset naming convention uses the sequence numbering shown in Table 1.
A Alphabet character
Note:
SUB- SUB-SUB-
REGION PLOT
REGION REGION
• If the field is not applicable (e.g., infrastructure),
- - - N character should be used.
AAA ANN NNN NNN
IAB & DESIGN LEVEL • If a field is applicable but not defined, 0
Stage 2C&3A character should be used.
Region Name AAA
Field 5 Field 6
Floor Room
Sub-Sub-Region Name AAA-A00-000 NNN - NNN NNN
COMPONENT LEVEL
Plot Name AAA-A00-000-000 Stage 3B & 3C
Field 7 Field 8 Field 9 Field 10
Building/Asset Name AAA-A00-000-000-000
ASSET
ASSET ASSET * ASSEST
SUB-
SYSTEM COMPONENT SL NO
Room/Space Name AAA-A00-000-000-000-000-000 SYSTEM
- - -
AA AA AAAA ANN
The Sub-Region, depending on the design of the Region, can be one of the following:
• District
• Cluster
• Zone
The Sub-Region can be “technically” named according to its geographical location from the
central area of the city (e.g., N03 for Northern District number 03, E06 for Eastern District
number 06)
A Sub-Region can also have a name related to landmark locations (e.g., Silver Beach
because it is along the shoreline, Hill Side because it is on an elevated location).
Depending on the design of the Region, the Sub-Region can be defined by more than one
subdivision of the Sub-Region; for example, Cluster and District in the Mountain Region.
The number of alphanumerical places will remain the same, as shown in Table 2.
Table 2: Sequence numbering for Sub-Region Field when subdivisions of the region, like Clusters, are
defined
SUB-REGION
Cluster District
A NN
The Sub-Sub Region should have a three-digit number (e.g., 085, 345, etc.)
An example of Sub-Sub Region numbering is shown in Figure 1. In this case, the Sub-Sub-
Region is a Block.
If an Unconventional Urban Plan is developed without Plots, this field should be named
according to the first smaller entity following the Sub-Sub-Region.
The Design Level follows the Planning Level naming and is defined with two name
placeholders:
• Field 5: Asset Number
• business facilities
• media center
• marinas
• hospital
• medical clinics
• religious facilities
• school
• library
• fire stations
• roads/streets/bridges
• infrastructure system
• utility networks.
The asset numbering must be finalized during Stage 3A of the Design Level by the
Responsible Entity (usually Projects) with agreement from the Asset Proponent before
sending for stage review.
When the building is complex and consists of several Units (e.g., Wing, Building
Block, Building Tower), the first character (prefix) of the building number should define
a specific Unit, preferably alphabetical.
For example, a Complex building with four towers on plot number 008 would be
008-A01, 008-B01, 08-C01, or 008-D01.
Installations and services within the plot, but not within a specific building, will be
identified by the alpha suffix character in Table 4, where the alpha character will
follow the digits.
For example, a pump room supplying water to an outdoor fountain will have the
number 008-01M, where 008 is the plot number and 01M is the number of the pump
room.
The landscaped common area within a plot will have the number 008-02L, where 008
is the plot number and 02L is the number of the landscaped area.
The water feature itself will have the number 008-01L, where 008 is the plot number
and 01L is the number of the feature.
The Temporary name for a permanent or temporary asset will differ from regular
naming in Field 5 and Field 6.
Field 5 will have the alphabetical name TMP (as per Table 3), followed by the number
of assets in the first part of Field 6.
Temporary names should be avoided for the permanent assets. The responsibility for
Temporary Asset Names will remain the same as defined in Section 5. Once the
Master Plan is defined, the Temporary number should be replaced with a permanent
one.
Table 3: Sequence numbering for Temporary asset name/ID for permanent or temporary assets
P Elevators/Escalators/People Movers
J Janitor/Maintenance Areas
M Mechanical
S Stairs
V Vestibules
E Electrical Rooms/Closets
T Telecommunications Rooms/Closets
Field 6 of the Asset Naming Sequence Numbering is related to the Design Stage and refers
to space within a facility. A unique associated number is required. It includes both assigned
spaces such as offices, bedrooms, and hotel rooms, and unassigned spaces such as
corridors, stairs, mechanical rooms, electrical closets, restrooms, and janitor rooms/closets.
The numbering of any space should be done in a way to ensure that duplicate space
numbers are not assigned and that consistent application of this standard occurs.
The level with a “G” as the first character should be the main entrance level of the building.
Levels below must use the character “B” (basement).
Buildings located on steeply sloping sites may need to vary from this rule; where necessary,
the floor numbered “G” may not be the main entrance level of the building. Where “B” and
“G” are used in the same building, the “B” level will be below the “G” level. The floor
indicator should hold three characters.
Large mezzanines (greater than one-third of the area of the attached floor) must be
numbered as a whole floor. For example, when a mezzanine exists between the first floor
and the next whole floor, it will be numbered as the second floor.
Usable attic floors and penthouse levels should be numbered as if they are whole floors. For
example, a two-story penthouse atop a three-floor building will be numbered as the fourth
and fifth floors. Do not use prefixes such as “R” for the roof level.
The Room number indicates the second part of the Space number, and it should flow from
one end of the building to the other, starting with the lowest number near the main entry
(vertical circulation) to the floor. In a building with only one dividing corridor, room numbers
should flow in ascending order from the main entry end of the building to the other.
Rooms along a corridor should be numbered odd on one side and even on the other.
Normally, odd numbers would be on the right and even on the left. Numbers on one side of
the corridor must correspond with room numbers on the opposite side (e.g., room 2 on the
1st floor of the building will be 001-002 across the corridor from 001-001 or 001-003). In the
eventuality of the future subdivision of any given room, an alphabetical capital letter must be
added to the initial room number in alphabetical order. In more complex designs, or where
the availability of numbers is limited, the odd−even format can be abandoned if consecutive
numbering results in a more logical scheme. The NEOM entity with responsibility for room
numbering must approve any alternative numbering scheme before being used. The
numbering sequence must be designed to be easily extended as required.
A possible room numbering system for the rooms on the 1st floor is provided in Figure 4.
A possible room numbering system of the rooms on the 1st floor of the building with two
distinct corridors on each side is shown in Figure 5.
Room numbers in the space inventory database and on the COBie facility inventory plans
should match those on the room signage in the buildings whenever possible.
Room numbers should only consist of numbers, i.e., 001-001, with the first three-digit
always referring to the floor; there should be no commas, spaces, etc. Furthermore, room
numbers should not be 0 or a single alpha character.
Buildings that are significantly connected must be numbered as though each building were a
separate wing with its room numbering scheme. For further information, see Section 7.2.1.1.
When rooms are accessed from a primary room and not directly from a corridor (a “suite” of
rooms), use the primary room number followed by a letter suffix.
A primary room is accessed directly from a corridor, exterior, or general circulation path and
is not numbered with any letter suffix. Therefore, a room opening from room 101 would be
101A.
When it’s necessary to enter a room from another room whose number already has one
suffix, a second suffix should be added to identify this interior room, such as 101A1. The first
suffix must be a letter. The second suffix must be a number and so on if necessary. This
scheme applies to both assigned and non-assigned type spaces. Interior spaces are
numbered counterclockwise about the base space, with suffix “A” being the closest to the
principal entry. Large units with many rooms can use non-suffixed numbers if it makes the
numbering scheme more understandable and sufficient numbers are available for each
floor, i.e., 101−199. Corridors within suites are usually treated as a room (Private
Circulation) in the suite and will be numbered like the suite.
Room numbers are part of a numbering sequence based on the floor number and should
start at the same place on each floor whenever possible. Use the same numbering
sequencing for repeated, vertically stacked rooms on every floor. For example, if there is a
repeating mechanical room on the first floor (room 001-M01) and janitor’s closet (room 001-
0J1), then on the second floor, these same rooms would be labeled as rooms 002-M01 and
002-J01 respectively.
Due to the unique nature of certain spaces, such as elevators, stairs, and shafts, that extend
through several floors, the unique numbers on each floor should be assigned. For example,
an elevator shaft on the first floor will have a different room number than the same shaft on
the second floor (i.e., 001-0E1 on the first floor and 002-0E1 on the second floor).
Non-assigned spaces do not necessarily follow the odd−even numbering that assigned
rooms have. They are numbered in general ascending order starting from the main entrance
end and ending at the opposite end of the building. For example, 001-0J1 could be at the
front entrance, while the only other Janitor closet, 001-0J2, is located at the opposite end of
the building.
Unenclosed spaces such as alcoves and oversized lobbies sometimes have assigned
spaces, such as reception areas and open waiting areas. The Responsible Entity (usually
Projects) should review and approve the boundaries of these spaces and numbers
accordingly.
The final room numbering must be completed and approved by the Responsible Entity
(usually Projects) during the Design and Tendering Stage. Any changes in the final
numbering in the construction documents, as may be generated by a change order during
construction, must be approved by the Responsible Entity. The numbering system will be
used for the permanent building signage.
Outdoor spaces (terrace, balcony, veranda) of a unit will be numbered by the letters “Tr” (for
the terrace) immediately following the unit number. For example, a terrace accessible from
unit 402 will be numbered 402Tr1. The uncovered area of this terrace will be numbered
4Tr1A. A balcony accessible from the unit or any room of unit 402 will be numbered 402Tr2.
Standalone Parking Garages are considered buildings and will have a building number, floor
numbers, and room numbers, to include all usable space with the structure. This includes
any uncovered top level.
If the residential houses or former houses have been converted to official residences, there
are no separate room numbers for each room. In that case, the entire facility, either one-
story or multistory, is given one room number only: 101. The assigned gross square meter
for this room number is a compilation of all floors and rooms, not including the structural
space.
All major interior spaces, including lockable spaces, should be given permanent identifying
numbers, including restrooms, closets, mechanical rooms, etc.
Room number signage should be applied to the adjacent wall such that the number is not
concealed when the door is open. The signage is identified with the room or area the access
is to.
All room number signage should comply with the ADA Standards for size, height from floor,
braille lettering, etc.
2. Maintenance
3. Operations
4. HVAC Shop
5. Key Shop
6. Alarm Shop
For Neom Linear Assets, the following requirements for each field should be met:
1. Field 1: Region should be defined according to the starting point of the Asset
3. Field 3: Sub-Sub Region Applicable if the Linear Asset starts in the Sub-Region. If the
Linear Asset is related to the Region only (like Spine Infrastructure) this field would be
Non-Applicable and should follow Note.
6. Field 6: For a Linear Asset, the first part of Field 6 will be defined by the Type of the
Asset. The second part of Field 6 will be defined by the section where the component
is located. The Type of the Asset must be a three-character alphabetic name.
7. Field 7 to Field 10: Component Level will remain same as that for the non-linear
Assets defined in Section 7.3
In addition, the contractor will issue a final version of the naming system while preparing the
as-built drawings and during the submission of those drawings for approval by Projects and
the Asset Proponent, in accordance with Section 5.
During the handing over, the operator will receive the updated naming system to use during
the Operation and Maintenance Stage.
• Water Systems
• Electrical
• Technology.
If additional projects-specific Component Systems are used, they should be defined within
the project abbreviations and implemented in the BIM model and drawings.
The basic abbreviations for each system are provided in Table 6 to Table 12.
MECHANICAL ME Boiler B
MECHANICAL ME Chiller CH
Electrical EL Generator GE
Electrical EL Transformer TR
Technology TL Workstation WS
Landscape LN Fencing FN
Landscape LN Gate GT
The Component Code has variable length with maximum four placeholders.
Indicates Region
The first six fields indicate the location of the Asset, and the last four fields indicate
Component information.
The name of the component located on the linear Asset at Spine Infrastructure Region is “Valve
Chamber A01 as part of Potable Water Sub-System on Pipe Line 101 located at Section 001” (see
8 Asset Register
An asset register is a schedule of components that forms part of a built asset, such as a
building. It must be submitted as part of the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manual or
deliverables at the Construction, Handover & Close-Out Stage. It contains the information
required for the operation, maintenance, recommissioning, and decommissioning/demolition
of the building.
Having an asset register at the Testing & Commissioning, Handover, and Close-Out Stage
leads to proper asset management as it facilitates tracking of assets during the O&M stage.
It will also help to modernize the asset register, consolidate assets, and incorporate assets
added or replaced later by the owner into the asset registry.
Asset registries also make controlling asset management and inventory significantly easier
and more efficient. Keeping records updated to reflect ongoing changes in asset status is
vital and will make maintenance of those assets easier and more manageable over time.
The asset register must include the asset tagging/coding and all fixed asset details to track
their value and physical location (from district to room and space level). These requirements
must be incorporated into the relevant project specifications as part of the Design and
Tendering Stage deliverables. The asset tagging will be used to link inventory during the
handover of relevant assets.
The asset register may include every component in a building, but the most important is to
be prepared for the “active” assets that require regular inspection, maintenance, cleaning, or
replacement, such as building services components.
To ensure the greatest benefit from the asset registry, it must be continually updated by the
NEOM O&M team, which will improve overall maintenance efficiency, help set priorities for
capital renewal and planning, and provide insights into organizational performance. An up-
• be searchable
Appropriate software must be used to help prepare and manage asset registration. It is the
contractor’s responsibility to carry out an asset survey to compile an initial register. Once
compiled, it is essential that the asset register is kept up to date. Responsibility for
maintaining the asset register may be given to an asset manager or facility manager.
• List of areas and premises; for example, gross floor area, landscape area, car parking
areas (number and size), exposed window/glass area, pools, sport and play areas
• Detailed mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) asset list that includes a wide range
of information
• General Asset/Facilities list; for example, fountains, water features, swimming pool, IT
room, control room, reception, storeroom, children play areas, sports pitches, courts,
coffee shops, spa
• Landscaping details, including soft landscape and irrigation system; for example,
trees and palm trees, shrubs, climbers, water plants, ground cover, grass, irrigation
network including pipework, valves, inspection chambers, etc.
• Landscape details, including hard landscape, furniture, and equipment; for example,
paths, tracks and pavements, sport and play surfaces, street furniture and lighting,
shade structures, gates, walls, fences
• Any other special equipment; for example, security systems, waste management
systems.
• size
• access information
• supplier
• installer
• date of acquisition
• date of delivery
• ownership records
• initial cost
• current value
• photographs
• drawing references
• running cost
• energy performance
• certification
• warranties
• disposal date
• method of disposal
• sale price.
The following forms should be used to collect and manage information within the BIM model.
This information is then published out of the model into an Excel file format/spreadsheet in
line with the COBie (Construction Operations Building information exchange) standard
provided in the BIM and GIS Procedure (NEOM-NEN-PRC-009):
COBie addresses the handover of information between the Construction, Handover &
Close-out Stage and Operation & Maintenance Stage of the facility life cycle. The goal of is
to capture complete electronic construction products, equipment, system, and warranty
information as the project progresses and automatically transfer this information to the
facility’s work order management systems (CMMS/CAFM).
Asset tagging is essential to track the maintenance performed on the assets. For a large
number of assets to be overseen, using a computerized maintenance management system
(CMMS) to handle assets is recommended. The CMMS will be the database for all asset
information from district to component level and the related information.
This section describes the minimum requirements for identifying and labeling assets
operated and maintained in the NEOM Computerized Asset Management System. This
system allows NEOM to record information about its assets for lifecycle budgeting and
maintenance programs.
The handover procedures and project specifications must include the following requirements
for the asset registry and asset tagging:
• The asset tags at various levels must be included and incorporated into the handover
documents and drawings; most importantly, in the asset register.
• The project specification must specify the requirements for asset tagging and labeling
for all asset types. That includes tag design to make sure it includes useful
information about the Asset (e.g., location, system, component, unique numerical
number) for every system and its components in accordance with the naming
convention.
• The asset tags must be consolidated during the design, construction, testing and
commissioning, and handover stages.
• tag identification code and letter code (in accordance with the district-room numbering
and systems and sub-system/components naming convention)
• tag material
• tag color
Each Asset will be identified by a unique asset identification number. The asset identification
number will contain the equipment standard code in accordance with asset tagging
specifications. The same asset identification will be used to identify the asset Code in the
CMMS system. The CMMS system will be the database for all asset information from district
to component level and the related information.
In addition to asset tagging, any spare parts to be provided during the construction,
handover & close-out stages must be labeled and tagged before handover from the
construction contractor to the O&M contractor.
Each spare part must be labeled or tagged to include information such as:
• manufacturer
• model number
• equipment name
• spare classification
• preservation requirements.
During the O&M stage, and depending on the type of the project, asset tags can be part of
the O&M performance management system to ensure that they are continuously
maintained, updated, and available on-site at all times.
8.1.2 Barcodes
Tags that can be read by a machine are the preferred system used during the O&M stage to
facilitate the tracking of assets. Barcodes can be used to record assets, inventory, and
Barcode identification numbers need to be linked to the asset numbering and components:
• Building code
• Floor code
• Room code
• Asset number. The asset number will be allocated in sequential order or count of
assets depending on asset type and the total number of the specific asset types in the
room
Other information related to the Asset (starting from the district level) will be stored in an
organized electronic format (preferably in accordance with COBie templates) and uploaded
to the CMMS as the source of data for all assets.
When setting the technical requirements for barcodes, the following should be considered:
• spatial barcodes asset identification
A process flow for asset identification is required to summarize the requirements for new,
modified, and existing assets.
As stated in Section 7.3, the level of maintenance should be defined by the Asset
Proponent, Operations Department, or the identified Operator, as applicable.
10 Appendices
Note: If the Asset falls outside the NEOM Region, then the Region Number is Three Alphabet
characters (Outside Region – OTR)
Numbers Cluster
0 Site Wide
1 Fun Cluster
2 Gateway Cluster
3 Lake Cluster
4 Relax Cluster
5 Explore Cluster
6 Discover Cluster