As buildings have become more complex traditional hard copy operating and maintenance (o&m) manuals have struggled to cope with the increasing demands of managing, presenting and updating large amounts of o&m related information.

Computer-based operating and maintenance manuals – options and procurement guidance
BSRIA
£40.00
ISBN 0860226360

The move from hardcopy to computer-based formats can overcome these limitations and also complements the growing use of computer-based information created during design and construction. Computer-based operating and maintenance manuals – options and procurement guidance has been published by BSRIA. The guide is aimed at m&e consultants and building operators who are experienced in the procurement and use of computer based o&m manuals for building services.

The guide comes in two parts. Part one looks at generic system categories, general procurement guidance, and the requirements for the content of manuals. Part two contains information on scope, general requirements for all computer-based manuals, pdf based manuals and manuals produced in a proprietary software application.

Available from the BSRIA bookshop. Visit www.bsria.co.uk.