Last edited 03 Nov 2023

UsBIM.maint

1 Introduction
2 Capabilities
3 Utilities
4 Types of building maintenance software
5 Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki
6 External references

[edit] Introduction

usBIM.maint is a cloud-based facility management software designed to manage different aspects of facility through integrated apps and tools.

It enables dynamic management of BIM models and it allows facility managers and intervention teams to instantly see and review assets and maintenance operations through 2D/3D maps and models.

It was first released in 2022 by ACCA software. It is currently available in Italian, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish and German. It can be used in combination with the other apps integrated in the usBIM system: it can be integrated to BIM platforms, Common Data Environment and IoT systems.

[edit] Capabilities

The software provides to manage different aspects of facility management through a variety of functionalities, including the below:

creation of personal data sheets and QR code;
creation of an inventory list;
management of repairs and maintenance work orders,
ticket management;
analysis of performance by setting specific SLAs and KPIs;
document management;
energy management;
assets, activities and geolocation;
planning of routine and emergency maintenance operations;
monitoring and reporting activity.

[edit] Utilities

The software main utilities include the below:

increased efficiency;
better data management;
simplification of the intervention request processes;
faster communication;
reduction of response times for completion of tasks to be performed;
simplified planning of maintenance activities to be carried out;
full control of every aspect of the process through detailed reporting;
support of maintenance activities in different establishments, such as schools, sports centres, churches, warehouses, hospitals, accommodation facilities, offices;
integration of hard services and soft services in a single solution.

[edit] Types of building maintenance software

There are different types of software for building maintenance; the most common are the below:

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS);
Computer Aided Facility Management (CAFM);
Integrated Workplace Management Software (IWMS);
Enterprise Asset Management (EAM).

Each of them is characterized by its specific features and advantages.
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is a tool designed to handle maintenance requests for systems and equipment. Its main function is indeed to manage scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, monitor plant and equipment status, control cost information, and track work orders.

Computer Aided Facility Management (CAFM) is predominantly an administrative tool and it is mainly used to track data on people and equipment. It is based on space and resources management which helps users to plan, execute and monitor all asset maintenance activities.

Integrated Workplace Management Software (IWMS) is an integrated system used to optimize the use of resources in the workplace. It can be considered as a combination of CMMS and CAFM. This software allows to monitor the occupancy and use of spaces on planimetric views in real time, highlighting the parts of the office that are not exploited to their full potential.