by Ann Withanee — March 30, 2011—FM:Systems, a leading provider of integrated workplace management systems (IWMS) and computer-aided facility management (CAFM) software, has announced that Shanghai, China-based FacilityOne has become the first FM:Systems Solution Center partner in mainland China.
As Autodesk’s Preferred Industry Partner for facilities management (FM), FM:Systems has demonstrated leadership in the integration of building information modeling (BIM) and FM solutions. FM:Systems is partnering with FacilityOne to deliver BIM and FM solutions to meet China’s tremendous growth in the building and construction industry.
FacilityOne is said to be the first organization to focus on BIM and FM solutions in China. Historically, BIM models were confined to project delivery and seldom used during operations, despite growing demand for better building information. The FacilityOne and FM:Systems partnership will allow BIM models and data to add value throughout the lifecycle of a building.
Chinese building owners and managers can realize the benefits of a lifecycle building management approach, which include:
- Improved space management
- Efficient use of energy
- Streamlined preventive maintenance
- Economical retrofits and renovations
- Enhanced lifecycle management
“In a country experiencing the world’s largest construction boom, our partnership with FacilityOne presents exciting opportunities,” said Kurt von Koch, vice president of sales, FM:Systems. “Integrated workflows for design, construction and building operations will help our Chinese customers reduce costs and make their buildings more efficient.”
FM:Systems is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, and conducts business in the Americas, Africa, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, visit the FM:Systems Web site as well as the company’s FMLink ad.
