BSR 657 Assignment 1
BSR 657 Assignment 1
PREPARED BY:
NAME STUDENT ID
CLASS:
CFAP229 6F
PREPARED FOR:
SR. DR. MOHD ZULAKHMAR BIN ZAKIYUDIN
MUHAMMAD NAQIUDDIN BIN JOHARI
SUBMISSION DATE:
WEEK 6
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First, we want to start by sincerely thanking Allah for His unwavering support and
blessings during this trip. His insight has guided us, giving us fortitude, endurance, and
patience when things are tough. This report would not have been possible without the
kindness and grace of Allah.
Secondly, we would like to sincerely thank our lecturer, Sr. Dr. Mohd Zulakhmar bin
Zakiyudin, Muhammad Naqiuddin bin Johari for their unwavering support and insightful
comments during the course.Their commitment to creating a dynamic and engaging learning
environment has greatly influenced our academic development. We are deeply grateful for the
knowledge, encouragement, and mentorship provided, which have played a vital role in our
growth both personally and intellectually.
Our gratitude also extends to the dedicated members of our project team.
Collaborating with you all has been a rewarding experience. Every member’s unique effort
and input have been essential to the completion of this project. Your dedication, teamwork,
and determination have brought this work to life. Together, we faced challenges and
celebrated milestones, thank you all for being an integral part of this journey.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 1
1.0 INTRODUCTION 3
2.0 THE ELEMENT OF BUILDING MANAGEMENT 4
2.1 Maintenance Management 4
2.2 Security and Safety 4
2.3 Cleaning and Housekeeping 5
2.4 Energy and Sustainability Management 5
3.0 THE TYPES OF BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS 6
3.1 Heating, Ventilation, and Air-conditioning (HVAC) Control System. 7
3.3 Energy Management System. (EMS) 9
3.4 Fire and Life Safety Systems 10
3.5 Security and Access Control Systems 11
3.6 Integrated Building Management Systems (BMS) 12
4.0 THE BUILDING PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT 13
4.1 Stages of Building performance Management 13
4.1.1 Planning 13
4.1.2 Monitoring 13
4.1.3 Developing 14
4.1.4 Rating & Rewarding 14
5.0 CONCLUSION 15
6.0 REFERENCES 16
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Building Management Theory refers to the approach used to operate and maintain
buildings so they stay safe, efficient, and comfortable for people to use.The theory also helps
managers make good choices that save money and improve comfort for the people who use
the building (Mohd-Nor et al., 2017). It involves planning for the building’s use, regularly
checking and fixing systems like water, electricity, and air conditioning, and making sure
everything runs smoothly. The goal is to prevent problems before they happen, save energy,
reduce waste, and make the building last longer. Modern building management often includes
smart technology to monitor building systems in real time. This helps building managers
make better decisions while saving time and money (Chai & Yusof, 2021).The theory also
highlights risk management, safety compliance, and user-centered strategies that put
occupants' needs and wellbeing first.
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2.0 THE ELEMENT OF BUILDING MANAGEMENT
The process of supervising, operating, maintaining, and improving buildings and their
systems that ensure occupants' safety, functionality, and efficiency is known as building
management. It involves a broad range of responsibilities, such as energy management,
cleaning, security, facility maintenance, while ensuring that health and safety laws are applied
(Brooks, 2015). The building must be managed by the building manager and how are each
department organized. Effective building management can lead to good condition and
functionality of the building (Hanz Cruz, 2024). Besides, there are four key components
namely, Maintenance Management, Security and Safety, Cleaning and Housekeeping and
Energy and Sustainability Management (Alexander K., 2024).
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on advanced surveillance systems like closed-circuit television (CCTV), access control
systems like key card or biometric systems, and an effective fire safety infrastructure that
includes sprinkler systems, smoke detectors, emergency exits, and fire alarms (Tim Keller,
2025). It also entails developing and implementing plans for responding to emergencies,
thorough safety procedures, and compliance to legal requirements like building bylaws, fire
codes, and occupational health and safety standards (HSE Study Guide, 2024).
Cleaning is the process of removing stains and dust particles from the materials and
surfaces with the help of a particular cleaning equipment and cleaning. Housekeeping is the
cleaning and upkeep of a building to maintain its appearance, safety and functionality. This
involved sweeping floors, dusting surfaces, emptying trash and recycling bins, cleaning
restrooms and maintaining the HVAC system among others. Regular housekeeping prevents
the build up of dirt and debris. In addition, to clean and well maintained buildings,
housekeeping also creates a positive impression on occupants, visitors, and potential tenants.
Further, housekeeping tasks are performed either by in-house maintenance staff or outsourced
to a professional cleaning company. The frequency and scope of these tasks vary as per the
building size, type, purpose and number of occupants.
The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system plays a critical role in
maintaining indoor air quality and temperature control in the building. Regular maintenance
of the HVAC system prevents the build-up of dust which is detrimental to the health of
occupants.
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2.4 Energy and Sustainability Management
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3.0 THE TYPES OF BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Sustainability has been embraced by the building industry. This has brought attention
to the need to evaluate sustainable performance across the course of a building's
post-construction lifecycle. To do this, it is imperative that pertinent Building Management
Systems (BMS) be used. Similarly, when using an effective BMS for long-term facility
operations management, it is critical to strike a balance between optimizing building energy
efficiency and users' desired degree of comfort. The need for automated BMS development
stems from the high likelihood of erroneous human building inspections as well as the
absence of real-time input of dynamic elements (GhaffarianHoseini et al., 2017). Hence,
understanding the different types of Building Management Systems (BMS) is vital for
selecting and implementing the most appropriate solution tailored to a building's specific
operational needs and sustainability goals. These are the list types of building management
systems (BMS)
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3.1 Heating, Ventilation, and Air-conditioning (HVAC) Control System.
HVAC control systems are among the most important because they optimize energy
use while controlling heating, ventilation, and air conditioning to preserve indoor thermal
comfort and air quality. By reacting to real-time data gathered from sensors positioned around
the building, it automates the control of the heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. By
keeping an eye on temperature, humidity, CO₂ levels, and occupancy, these sensors enable the
system to dynamically modify its output to meet the requirements of every area of the
building.
For example, HVAC control in common with all process system control requires the
governance of two distinct actions; those of switching or 'enabling' and regulating or
'adjustment'. Switching in the majority of applications amounts to ensuring that the plant is
available at certain times of the day (generally, those times of the day in which a building is
in use). This will be essentially clock-based, occupancy-sensor-based or indeed based on
some other logical two-state condition such as an alarm state. Regulation, which is what this
book in essence is about, amounts to ensuring that the plant capacity is matched to the
demands placed upon the system (Underwood, 2002).
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Figure 3.1.1: Example how HVAC control system works.
For example, about 40% of the electrical energy utilized in Europe is used to light the
interiors of medium-sized and large buildings. Effectiveness and efficiency are the two main
approaches that energy-saving measures can take: efficiency through the use of better lighting
design techniques (localized task lighting systems) and new, more efficient equipment
(lamps, control gear, etc.); effectiveness through the adoption of a technical building
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management system (maintenance and metering) and improvements in lighting control
systems to prevent energy waste. (Feldmeier & Paradiso, 2010)
Energy expenses can be reduced and human comfort and efficiency can be increased
by managing the lighting so that the intensity of illumination is always precisely suited to the
actual need. One crucial step in the lighting design process is developing an integrated
lighting control strategy. High energy management efficacy can be attained by directly
regulating and managing energy consumption (Feldmeier & Paradiso, 2010).
The electric grid is undergoing a significant evolution, transitioning into the smart
grid, noted for enhanced energy efficiency and better management of available resources.
Energy management (EM) systems, frequently combined with home automation systems, are
vital for regulating household energy usage and promote greater consumer engagement.
These systems offer consumers insights into their energy usage habits and assist them in
adopting energy-saving practices. The latest generation of EM systems utilizes cutting-edge
analytics and communication technologies to provide users with actionable insights and
control options, all while guaranteeing usability, accessibility, security, and privacy (Aman et
al., 2013).
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The integration of renewable energy sources and the application of effective
techniques for capturing renewable energy are also included in EMS (Selvaraj et al., 2023).
These systems frequently employ multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) strategies to
dynamically optimise building costs, energy consumption, and user comfort. They also
frequently include real-time data from Internet of Things (IoT) sensors. In order to maximise
the total efficiency and efficacy of energy systems, EMS may also integrate elements like
intelligent automation, solar power consumption control, and battery energy storage systems
(BESS) (Uzair et al,. 2023).
Life and fire safety systems are an essential part of contemporary building
projects, ensuring the safety of people and property. These systems typically include
evacuation routes, emergency lighting, fire suppression systems, and fire detection
and alarm systems. Reducing hazards during emergencies requires the implementation
of robust fire safety measures. Chen et al. (2022) asserted that the overall safety
framework of contemporary buildings is enhanced by combining automated fire
safety technologies with conventional techniques, enabling faster response times and
more effective evacuation procedures.
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emergency services when needed. To reduce damage and danger to occupants,
sophisticated firefighting equipment, fire extinguishers and gas sprinklers, are
activated immediately when a fire is detected. According to Johnson and Lee (2023),
who state that neglected fire protection systems can seriously compromise the safety
of a building, regular maintenance and testing of these systems is essential to ensure
optimal operation.
Systems for access control and security are essential to protect completed
buildings and construction sites from potential hazards and unauthorized access.
Motion detectors, RFID card systems, biometric access control, surveillance cameras,
and alarm systems are some examples of these systems. Video analytics may be
integrated into sophisticated systems to automatically identify questionable activity
and sound alarms. Additionally, multi-factor authentication (MFA) is often used by
access control systems to ensure that only authorized individuals can enter restricted
areas.
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sites, as stated by Williams and Garcia (2021). Additionally, integrating security
systems with building management systems (BMS) can improve the effectiveness of
monitoring and control, enabling real-time incident response and centralized
oversight. Using AI-driven surveillance systems can reduce human error and increase
the accuracy of threat detection, claim Kumar and Patel (2023).
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Facility managers can make data-driven choices on the go with tools such as
energy dashboards, remote monitoring, and mobile device integration included in
most modern BMS packages. Additionally, depending on occupancy patterns and
environmental data, the BMS may automate security procedures, HVAC operations,
and lighting schedules, promoting sustainability and cost savings. Predictive analytics,
which may anticipate system failures and suggest repairs before an outage occurs, is
enabled by integrating AI with the BMS. According to Lin and Cooper (2024), an
AI-powered BMS optimizes system controls to minimize energy consumption by up
to 30% while simultaneously increasing operational efficiency.
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4.0 THE BUILDING PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
According to Vulpen, E. van. (2024), in order to evaluate and review job duties,
expectations, performance, and development initiatives, managers and staff engage in
performance management, a continuous process. The objective is to enable staff members to
do their best work, coordinate their endeavours with the organization's strategic goals, and
establish a productive and satisfying work environment for all. In order to promote both
individual and organisational success, a deliberate and methodical approach to performance
management fosters an ongoing dialogue between managers, HR, and employees. It
culminates in a yearly performance evaluation and includes both written and verbal
components that occur throughout the year. The process also involves establishing clear
expectations, setting individual objectives and goals that align with team and organizational
goals, providing ongoing feedback, and evaluating results.
In addition, technical indicators like energy efficiency, indoor environs quality and
satisfaction levels from the users, should be considered when developing effective building
performance management. POE is a vital way of determining the effectiveness of buildings in
actual life conditions Altan, (2022). It is useful in determining performance gaps and what is
required to make improvements in design and facility operations. These assessments enable
managers to adjust building operations to energy optimisation, thermal comfort and long-term
sustainability and integrate performance management with environmental and human centred
aspirations.
4.1.1 Planning
The planning stage is dedicated to establishing performance expectations with
employees. Job descriptions should clearly outline these goals to attract the right candidates.
After hiring the candidate, you need to reconfirm these expectations and set SMART goals
and employee performance metrics together.
Performance management plans must also be flexible so they can be adjusted as
organizational objectives change along the way.
The employee should be actively involved in the planning process because this
increases satisfaction and motivation to improve.
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4.1.2 Monitoring
The second stage is monitoring. During this stage, HR and managers must regularly
monitor employee performance concerning the goals set and provide feedback to employees
on their progress. Doing this regularly rather than annually allows issues to be highlighted
and corrected sooner rather than later.
Performance management software can assist in tracking employee performance in
real time. Still, data and reports should not be a substitute for face-to-face discussions.
4.1.3 Developing
During the developing stage, the data collected during the monitoring stage is
analyzed and used to boost employee performance.
Underperformance may be corrected by suggesting refresher courses, further training,
performance coaching, and other L&D methods. Managers and HR could further facilitate
superior performance by assigning an extra project to help improve knowledge and
performance, allowing the employee to excel further.
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5.0 CONCLUSION
Lighting, HVAC, and energy management are just some of the building activities that
can be monitored and controlled in real time thanks to the Internet of Things. In addition to
optimizing energy use, our data-driven strategies ensure more responsible and ecologically
efficient building operations. Similarly, AI-powered systems may predict maintenance needs,
improve safety using sophisticated monitoring, and assist in decision-making by interpreting
complex data.
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