This book presents research tested models, methods and tools that can make the work of the facilities manager more robust and sustainable, help long-term strategic planning and support students and practitioners in FM to improve the way they approach and deal with challenges in practice.

The 34 models, methods and tools are presented in relation to five typical challenges for facilities managers:

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• Strategy development
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• Organisational design
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• Space planning
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• Building projects
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• Optimisation
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The chapters are short and concise, presenting a central illustration of one model, method or tool with explanatory text and short, exemplary case studies. Each chapter includes references to further reading, and the book includes a keyword index. Essential reading for all involved in the management of built assets, this book bridges the gap between robust academic research and practical industry tools. It can also be used as a handy student reference.

About the Author

Per Anker Jensen is professor in Facilities Management and head of the externally funded Centre for Facilities Management - Realdania Research at the Technical University of Denmark since 2008. He holds the degrees of MSc in civil engineering and a PhD and MBA. Besides research and teaching, he has 20 years of experience from practice as consultant, project manager and facilities manager.

Book Information
ISBN 9781032092386
Author Per Anker Jensen
Format Paperback
Page Count 356
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 660g