| dc.description.abstract | This research study investigates the advantages of using Building Information Modelling (BIM)
technology for maintenance scheduling in the facility management industry. The study was
conducted using a case study approach, with Royal Palms Estate as the selected case study. A BIM
model was obtained from the Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) drawings of the case study, and
the model was used to develop a maintenance schedule. The BIM-based approach was compared
to the traditional approach, and the results showed that the BIM-based approach is a much more
efficient way of maintenance scheduling.
The study found that the ElM model provides a complete and accurate representation of building
components, enabling facility managers to develop a more accurate maintenance schedule. The
BIM model captures all data related to the building components, including the type, age, condition,
and location, which can be used to determine the maintenance requirements of each component.
The BIM-based approach also provides real -time updates on maintenance activities, which helps
facility managers prioritize and schedule maintenance activities based on urgency and importance.
This approach ensures that maintenance is carried out only when necessary, which minimizes the
risk of unplanned downtime and reduces maintenance costs.
However, the level of implementation of BIM in maintenance management in Uganda is still
minimal due to challenges such as high costs, lack of training, and low awareness.
Recommendations were made for facility managers in Uganda to prioritize the adoption of BIM
technology and invest in the necessary training and resources to fully realize its benefits. The study
concludes that the adoption of ElM technology in maintenance management has the potential to _
improve the accuracy and efficiency of" maintenance scheduling, reduce maintenance costs, and
minimize the risk of unplanned downtime. | en_US |
