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

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 437-450 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maha Al-Kasasbeh ◽  
Osama Abudayyeh ◽  
Hexu Liu
Keyword(s):  
Asset Management ◽  
Classification System ◽  
Classification Systems ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Work Breakdown Structure ◽  
Asset Inventory ◽  
The Many ◽  
Asset Management System ◽  
Building Project ◽  
Building Standards

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.

scholarly journals Demystifying the concept of offsite manufacturing method

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 223-246
Author(s):  
Kudirat Olabisi Ayinla ◽  
Franco Cheung ◽  
Abdel-Rahman Tawil
Keyword(s):  
Classification System ◽  
Deep Understanding ◽  
Classification Systems ◽  
The Body ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Manufacturing Method ◽  
Working Definition ◽  
Common Basis ◽  
Future Direction ◽  
Industry Professionals

Purpose This study aims to develop a more inclusive working definition and a formalised classification system for offsite construction to enable common basis of evaluation and communication. Offsite manufacturing (OSM) is continuously getting recognised as a way to increase efficiency and boost productivity of the construction industry in many countries. However, the knowledge of OSM varies across different countries, construction practices and individual experts thus resulting into major misconceptions. The lack of consensus of what OSM is and what constitutes its methods creates a lot of misunderstanding across Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry professionals, therefore, inhibiting a global view and understanding for multicultural collaboration. Therefore, there is a need to revisit these issues with the aim to develop a deep understanding of the concepts and ascertain what is deemed inclusive or exclusive. Design/methodology/approach A state-of-the-art review and analysis of literature on OSM was conducted to observe trends in OSM definitions and classifications. The paper identifies gaps in existing methods and proposes a future direction. Findings Findings suggest that classifications are mostly aimed towards a particular purpose and existing classification system are not robust enough to cover all aspects. Therefore, there is need to extend these classification systems to be fit for various purposes. Originality/value This paper contributes to the body of literature on offsite concepts, definition and classification, and provides knowledge on the broader context on the fundamentals of OSM.

Digital preservation of law reviews: Two ways

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 231-234
Author(s):  
Valeri Craigle
Keyword(s):  
Asset Management ◽  
Digital Preservation ◽  
Digital Asset Management ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Legal Information ◽  
University Of Utah ◽  
Information Preservation ◽  
Digital Asset ◽  
Digital Formats ◽  
Asset Management System

Purpose This paper will aim to explain two strategies for digital preservation of law reviews, informing law librarians of the options which might best suit their needs. Design/methodology/approach On November 7, 2008, the Durham Statement on Open Access to Legal Scholarship was released to the public. One of its main tenets – that law schools and libraries “stop publishing journals in print format and rely instead on electronic publication coupled with a commitment to keep the electronic versions available in stable, open, digital formats” – was an open call to law libraries to start thinking about digital preservation strategies for their law reviews. The Legal Information Preservation Alliance responded to the need by developing the Law Review Preservation Program, an initiative, which archives law reviews hosted on the Bepress Digital Commons (DC) platform in Controlled LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) or CLOCKSS. Findings For those law libraries without subscriptions to DC, there is an open-source, freely available alternative solution for ingesting digital law reviews into any preservation platform. This application, called the Submission Information Metadata Packaging, or SIMP tool was developed at the J. Willard Marriott Library at the University of Utah, initially as a solution for ingesting content into the Ex Libris Rosetta Digital preservation platform, as part of a CONTENTdm digital asset management workflow. Though the development of the SIMP tool was inspired by Marriott’s need to ingest digital files from CONTENTdm to Rosetta, they built it to work with any Digital Asset Management System and Digital preservation platform. Originality/value Digital Preservation of law reviews is in its infancy. This is one of the first articles of its kind to provide specific solutions and technical advice for law libraries.

Modeling a maintenance management framework for asset management based on ISO 55000 series guidelines

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Renan Favarão da Silva ◽  
Gilberto Francisco Martha de Souza
Keyword(s):  
Asset Management ◽  
Process Model ◽  
Maintenance Management ◽  
Practical Implementation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Business Outcomes ◽  
Management Framework ◽  
Technical Requirements ◽  
Physical Assets ◽  
Asset Management System

PurposeMaintenance management is perceived as fundamental for ensuring that physical assets contribute to business outcomes. In this context, the purpose of this paper is to elaborate a novel maintenance management framework for asset management (MMFAM) based on ISO 55000 series guidelines.Design/methodology/approachThe paper proposes an MMFAM that intends to translate the technical requirements set out in the ISO 550001 standard to the maintenance stage of asset management. First, the framework is modeled using consideration based on the analysis of the ISO 55000 series and the review of previous maintenance management frameworks. Then, support tools are presented that collaborate for the implementation of the processes and activities provided for in the MMFAM.FindingsThe proposed MMFAM was modeled using a Business Process Model and Notation since it is a standardized graphical notation for process modeling and contributes to the understanding of the framework. In addition, the applicable tools were presented for the practical implementation of MMFAM processes and activities.Practical implicationsThe paper is expected to contribute to maintenance practitioners and researchers in understanding and disseminating a novel maintenance management framework that is in line with asset management through the international ISO 55000 series.Originality/valueAs it is essentially multidisciplinary and complex, asset management has still been little explored. Moreover, the requirements for implementing an asset management system, as explained in the ISO 55001 standard, only provide what needs to be done, but not how to do it. Accordingly, the paper fills a gap in maintenance management literature, as it addresses the ISO 55000 series for asset management in depth.

Digitizing the intellectual output of Ghanaian universities

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 69-75
Author(s):  
Patience Emefa Dzandza
Keyword(s):  
Asset Management ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Institutional Repositories ◽  
Digital Asset ◽  
Asset Management System

Purpose With the emergence of ranking of universities by organizations, one major factor considered in the rankings is the intellectual output of the universities. For universities to remain part of the global academic competitive society, intellectual output of universities can no longer be stored on shelves in libraries. Academic libraries have engaged in digitization of the intellectual works of their institutions which is a core mandate of any academic library. The purpose of this study is to ascertain the state of digitization initiatives among university libraries in Ghana. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative approach was adopted. Nine top universities in Ghana were selected to participate in this study. Interviews were conducted with heads of libraries. Findings The findings of the study revealed that seven out of the nine libraries studied have embarked on some sort of digitization initiative, and all libraries studied are using the same digital asset management system (Dspace). Major challenges reported by the participants that are common to all the libraries studied are lack of adequate and modern equipment, lack of trained personnel and lack of cooperation from faculty members. Originality/value This study brought fore the initiatives undertaken by academic libraries in Ghana to establish and maintain institutional repositories (IRs) amidst a number of challenges. It is a major contribution to the literature from West Africa as not much literature on IR is found from this part of the world.

An ontology-supported asset information integrator system in infrastructure management

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 380-397 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jehan Zeb ◽  
Thomas Froese ◽  
Dana Vanier
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Asset Management ◽  
Data Exchange ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Prototype System ◽  
Infrastructure Management ◽  
Capital Asset ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Asset Inventory ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop and apply an ontology-supported asset information integrator system (AIIS) in the domain of infrastructure management. The two objectives are: first, to describe how different ontologies developed as part of this research support the design of message templates (MTs) that were implemented in the AIIS; and second, to explain the development and application of the prototype system for tangible capital asset (TCA) reporting. Design/methodology/approach – The proposed system was developed in the MS SharePoint platform using a four-step methodology: create a web site and library; review and modify MTs; design and configure workflows; and add functionalities. Findings – First, the architecture, methodology, and evaluation of the two ontologies: Transaction Domain Ontology and Tangible Capital Asset Ontology, developed as part of this research work were briefly introduced to describe how both the ontologies supported the design of MTs that were implemented in the AIIS. Second, the AIIS was successfully developed and applied in the domain of infrastructure management for the Asset Inventory and Condition Assessment Reporting. Practical implications – The development of the AIIS would enable industry experts to exchange the tangible capital information. The built-in search engine and history services would help the experts to search a transaction and track the transaction history. The real-time visualisation of the data would help in decision making. Originality/value – Infrastructure agencies use diversified information systems to manage infrastructure systems. Due to propriety nature of the information systems, the TCA data generated is heterogeneous and inconsistent, which make it difficult to exchange with other organisations. Also, the existing applications focus on processing and managing the TCA data for a variety of tasks; however, lack to support data exchange with other organisations. This emphasises the gap that requires the development of an ontology-supported collaboration system in the domain of infrastructure asset management.

Research and Application of Management System for Substation Asset Based on RFID

2012 ◽  
Vol 616-618 ◽  
pp. 2111-2116
Author(s):  
Chun Xin Wang ◽  
Ya Kun Liu ◽  
Huan Juan Wang ◽  
Zhao Feng Li
Keyword(s):  
Smart Grid ◽  
Asset Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Smart Devices ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Environmental Object ◽  
Asset Tracking ◽  
Asset Inventory ◽  
Asset Management System ◽  
Electrical Substation

The smart grid promises a more efficient way of supplying and consuming energy. As an important part of smart grid, the electrical substation consists of many smart devices supported by the intelligent MIS integrated with the technology of internet of things (IoT). In this paper, we design an Intelligent Substation asset Management System (ISMS) based on RFID technology. ISMS includes two subsystems: Asset inventory query Management System (AIMS), asset Tracking Management System (ATMS). Moreover, we also propose a novel collision algorithm which can effectively address the intensive equipment recognition issue and a series of model for the asset inspection. The operation shows our solution can effectively sense the environmental object and monitor the substation assets.

scholarly journals Challenges and barriers to establishing infrastructure asset management

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (6) ◽  
pp. 1184-1202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wesam Beitelmal ◽  
Keith R. Molenaar ◽  
Amy Javernick-Will ◽  
Eugenio Pellicer
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Asset Management ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Us ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Decision Making Processes ◽  
Transportation Asset Management ◽  
Asset Management System

Purpose The increased need for, and maintenance of, infrastructure creates challenges for all agencies that manage infrastructure assets. To assist with these challenges, agencies implement asset management systems. The purpose of this paper is to investigate and compare the importance of barriers faced by agencies establishing transportation asset management systems in the USA and Libya to contrast a case of a developed and developing country. Design/methodology/approach A literature review identified 28 potential barriers for implementing an asset management system. Practitioners who participate in decision-making processes in each country were asked to rate the importance of each barrier in an online survey questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, Kendall Concordance W., and Mann-Whitney are used to analyze the collected data. Findings Through an analysis of 61 completed questionnaires, 14 barriers were identified as important by both the US and Libyan practitioners. A total of 11 additional barriers, primarily in the areas of political and regulatory obstacles, were determined to be important only for Libya. These 11 barriers provide reasonable insights into asset management systems’ barriers for developing countries. Practical implications The list of barriers identified from this research will assist decision makers to address and overcome these barriers when implementing asset management systems in their specific organizational and country conditions. Originality/value The research identified standard barriers to implementing asset management systems and identified barriers that were specific to the country context, such as political and regulatory barriers in Libya. When viewed with the asset management literature, the results show broad applicability of some asset management barriers and the need to contextualize to country context (e.g. developing countries) for other barriers.

Introducing a new medical waste tracking and classification system for Jordan

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 224-238
Author(s):  
Bashaar Y. Ammary
Keyword(s):  
Classification System ◽  
Poor Country ◽  
Medical Waste ◽  
Classification Systems ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
World Health ◽  
Waste Incinerator ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The World

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to introduce a cradle to grave manifest system for medical waste in Jordan. As part of this program, medical waste classification, generation rates, and tracking in different parts of the world and in Jordan are described. Design/methodology/approach – After reviewing different classification systems, the program adopted the World Health Organization definition with minor modification to be used with the proposed manifest, as it is very similar to the current bylaw regulating medical waste in Jordan. In addition, the generation rates of hazardous medical waste in 11 public hospitals and one governmental university hospital in the northern part of Jordan were calculated. These were based on the weights of these wastes that were transferred to the sole incinerator used by these hospitals over a 12-month period. These weights were obtained through interviews with personnel in charge of the medical waste incinerator. Findings – This project has devised a manifest form to be used for medical waste transport. In addition, the generation rate was found to vary from 0.88 to 3.05 kg/bed/day based on 100 percent occupancy rates. The generation weight was found to be different for different months of the year. Originality/value – Management of waste disposal and treatment, including medical waste is very important in a water poor country like Jordan. The introduction of a manifest system and the adoption of a medical classification system, in addition to the calculation of the generation rates are very important for sustainable development in the country.

scholarly journals A guild classification system proposed for anuran advertisement calls

2020 ◽  
Vol 96 (2) ◽  
pp. 515-525
Author(s):  
Mike Emmrich ◽  
Miguel Vences ◽  
Raffael Ernst ◽  
Jörn Köhler ◽  
Michael F. Barej ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Frequency Modulation ◽  
Classification System ◽  
Comparative Studies ◽  
Classification Systems ◽  
Advertisement Calls ◽  
Call Type ◽  
Anuran Species ◽  
Dichotomous Key ◽  
Ecological Patterns ◽  
The Many

Zoologists have widely acknowledged the utility of classification systems for characterising variation in anuran egg and clutch types, tadpole morphotypes, embryonic and tadpole development, amplexus types and reproductive modes. These classification systems have facilitated unambiguous communication between researchers, often working in completely different fields (e.g. taxonomy, ecology, behaviour), as well as comparisons among studies. A syntactic system, classifying anuran call guilds, is so far lacking. Based on examination of the calls of 1253 anuran species we present a simple, easy to use dichotomous key and guild system for classifying anuran advertisement calls – the call type most frequently emitted by anurans and studied by researchers. The use of only three call elements, namely clearly-defined calls, notes, and pulses, plus presence or absence of frequency modulation, allows assigning all currently known anuran advertisement calls to one of eight distinct call guilds defined here. This novel toolkit will facilitate comparative studies across the many thousand anuran species, and may help to unravel drivers of anuran call evolution, and to identify ecological patterns at the level of acoustic communities.

An overview of ICD medical classification for the information professional

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-8
Author(s):  
H. Frank Cervone
Keyword(s):  
Classification System ◽  
Classification Systems ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Medical Diagnoses ◽  
Information Professional ◽  
Classification Of Diseases ◽  
The Usa ◽  
International Statistical Classification ◽  
Medical Classification ◽  
Information Professionals

Purpose Informatics work introduces information professionals to taxonomies and other classification systems outside the boundaries of traditional bibliographic systems. This paper aims to provide an overview of the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD) for informaticians and information professionals who may not have worked with the system previously. Design/methodology/approach In this paper, the author reviews the purpose, history, current use and future trends of the ICD classification system. Findings ICD is used globally as a standard vocabulary for medical diagnoses and, in the USA, for medical procedures in hospitals. Understanding the classification system is vital to working with clinical medical data. Originality/value The ICD classification system is not commonly used by information professionals. This paper provides a brief overview that will familiarize the information professional with the standard and its uses related to medical practice.

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