Definitions and Abbreviations
B.E.2
This is our new building delivery process. It expands on the Soft Landings Framework through the use of integrated simulation.
BMS
Building Management System. The BMS is a stand alone computer system that can calculate the pre-set requirements of the building and control the connected plant to meet those needs.In addition a modem is also connected to the system to allow remote access.(www.bris.ac.uk)
BREEAM
Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method.
BSRIA
Building Services Research and Information Association.
Client
The client refers to the owner and operator of the building.
CUSUM
Cummultive sum is the method of determining changes in the statistical mean of data.
EPC
Energy Performance Certificate.
POE
Post Occupancy Evaluation involves systematic evaluation of buildings in use, from the perspective of the people who use them. It assesses how well buildings match users' needs, and identifies ways to improve building design, performance and fitness for purpose.(www.postoccupancyevaluation.com)
SIPBS
Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. This is the building which has been used as a case study.
Soft Landings
Soft Landing is a process procedure that allows designers and constructors improve the operational performance of buildings and provide valuable feedback to project teams. For more information see Soft Landings or BRISA
Users
The users refers to the people who work day to day within the building.