... inclusion towards achieving effective FM . This study aims to explore female representation in FM leadership in Accra, its impact on workplace efficiency and the challenges women in FM face. Design/methodology/approach The study used a mixed-methods approach (concurrent mixed-methods design), using...

..., accessibility is moderate while the extent of satisfaction is high in the study context. Significant positive relationship exist between support facilities and academic adjustment, in favour of female first-year undergraduates. The challenges faced by first-year undergraduates were highlighted. Originality...

...Sophie van Roosmale; Amaryllis Audenaert; Jasmine Meysman Purpose This paper aims to highlight the expanding link between facility management (FM) and building automation and control systems (BACS) through a review of literature. It examines the opportunities and challenges of BACS for facility...

...Mohammad A. Hassanain; Abdullah Ehtesham Akbar; Muizz O. Sanni-Anibire; Adel Alshibani Purpose This paper aims to present an assessment of the challenges of using building information modeling (BIM) in the facilities management (FM) practice in Saudi Arabia. Design/methodology/approach...

...Mohammad A. Hassanain; Mohammad B. Hamida Purpose This paper aims to provide architecture, engineering, construction and facilities management (AEC/FM) practitioners with a guiding tool for overcoming the challenges affecting their performance in adaptive reuse project. Design/methodology...

... and prioritise key drivers, challenges and opportunities relating to information management, from the point of view of a diverse cohort of facilities practitioners, with the aim of guiding future research direction and contributing to a comprehensive domain understanding. Design/methodology/approach Nine...

... the applicability of the smart buildings concept in prison facilities. The current study aims to understand the current status of prison buildings in the UAE and the challenges faced by the prison industry to implement new smart technology. Design/methodology/approach This study involved a semi-structured...

...Visar Hoxha; Fjolla Shala Purpose The purpose of this paper is to study the benefits of construction of sustainable buildings and highlight the challenges of achieving sustainable buildings in Kosovo. The present paper not only focuses on social, economic and environmental benefits...