70 facility management activities

No.CategoryActivityTypical outsourced scope
1Hard ServicesBuilding structure & civil maintenanceRepairs, painting, waterproofing, façade works
2Hard ServicesHVAC systems managementOperation, preventive maintenance, filter & coil cleaning
3Hard ServicesElectrical systemsLighting, switchgear, panels, DG & UPS maintenance
4Hard ServicesPlumbing & sanitationLeak repairs, drainage, pump maintenance
5Hard ServicesFire safety systemsAlarms, sprinklers, extinguisher servicing, mock drills
6Hard ServicesLift & escalator maintenanceAMC, periodic inspections, vendor coordination
7Hard ServicesBuilding Management System (BMS)Monitoring, alarms, setpoint optimization
8Hard ServicesEnergy & utility managementEnergy audits, demand-side management, metering
9Hard ServicesWater & waste treatmentSTP/ETP operation, RO systems, sludge handling
10Hard ServicesPredictive & preventive maintenanceCondition monitoring, scheduled servicing, CMMS
11Hard ServicesGenerator & backup power managementLoad testing, fuel management, maintenance
12Hard ServicesEquipment calibration & AMCHVAC chillers, boilers, instrumentation AMC
13Hard ServicesFacility inspection & condition assessmentPeriodic building surveys and remedial plans
14Hard ServicesHVAC duct cleaning & IAQ testingVentilation cleaning, particulate & CO₂ checks
15Hard ServicesFaçade & glazing maintenanceGlass cleaning, sealant replacement, repair
16Hard ServicesThermal envelope & leak controlInsulation checks, sealing, condensation control
17Soft ServicesHousekeeping & janitorial servicesDaily cleaning, deep cleaning, washroom care
18Soft ServicesCarpet, upholstery & specialist cleaningSteam cleaning, stain removal, reconditioning
19Soft ServicesWaste management & recyclingSegregation, collection, recycling programs
20Soft ServicesPantry & cafeteria managementCatering contracts, hygiene checks, vendor ops
21Soft ServicesLaundry & linen managementIndustrial laundry, linen inventory, contracts
22Soft ServicesPest control & disinfectionScheduled fumigation, anti-termite, sanitization
23Soft ServicesLandscaping & horticultureGarden maintenance, plant replacement, irrigation
24Soft ServicesFaçade & high-rise cleaningRope access / cradle cleaning
25Soft ServicesRestroom hygiene & consumables managementDispensers, supplies, odor control
26Soft ServicesEvent setup & post-event servicesLogistics, cleaning, crowd facilities
27Soft ServicesLinen/uniform & staff amenity managementUniform supply, replenishment services
28Soft ServicesMall / retail common area housekeepingDay/night cleaning, spill response
29SecurityManned guarding & patrolsTrained guards, shift rostering, patrol routes
30SecurityCCTV surveillance & monitoringInstallation, 24/7 monitoring, retention policy
31SecurityAccess control systemsBadge systems, biometric access, admin rules
32SecurityVisitor management & reception securityVisitor check-in, badges, escorts
33SecurityEmergency response & evacuation drillsPlanning, drills, post-drill remediation
34SecurityFire wardens & first-aid servicesTrained personnel, first-aid stations
35SecurityVehicle & parking managementValet, parking allocation, traffic flow control
36SecuritySecurity audits & risk assessmentsVulnerability studies, mitigation plans
37Business SupportReception & front office managementStaffing, concierge, visitor experience
38Business SupportHelpdesk / facility service deskTicketing, SLAs, single-point contact
39Business SupportMailroom & internal logisticsSorting, dispatch, courier coordination
40Business SupportDocument management & digitizationScanning, archiving, retrieval systems
41Business SupportConference room & AV supportSetup, troubleshooting, operator services
42Business SupportTransport coordinationEmployee shuttle, guest transfers, rosters
43Business SupportOffice moves, layout changes (MAC)Relocations, furniture moves, fit-outs
44Business SupportSpace planning & occupancy optimisationHotdesking, space studies, seat allocation
45Business SupportInventory & consumables managementStock control, reorder, vendor management
46Business SupportVendor coordination & procurement supportTendering, contract mgmt, vendor evaluation
47Business SupportEmployee workplace experience programsReception events, feedback initiatives
48Digital FMCAFM / IWMS implementation & managementAsset registry, work-order lifecycle, reporting
49Digital FMIoT-based asset & energy trackingSensor deployment, data capture, alerts
50Digital FMSmart lighting & HVAC controlOccupancy-based control, scheduling
51Digital FMOccupancy analytics & workspace sensorsDesk usage, people counting, analytics
52Digital FMDigital visitor & permit systemsePass, contractor permits, digital logs
53Digital FMAI-driven predictive maintenanceAnomaly detection, ML-based failure prediction
54Digital FMDCIM / data center environment monitoringRack sensors, temperature & humidity control
55SustainabilityEnergy conservation & retrofitsLED retrofits, VFDs, chiller optimization
56SustainabilityWater conservation & rainwater harvestingRWHP, greywater reuse, low-flow fixtures
57SustainabilityWaste-to-energy & recycling projectsComposting, recycling partnerships
58SustainabilityESG reporting & carbon footprintingData collection, reporting frameworks
59SustainabilityGreen cleaning & sustainable procurementEco chemicals, biodegradable products
60SustainabilityIndoor air quality improvementsPlant-based filters, filtration upgrades
61ComplianceStatutory documentation & renewalsFire NOC, pollution board, licenses renewals
62ComplianceHealth, Safety & Environment (HSE) programsAudits, training, PPE, toolbox talks
63ComplianceContractor safety & permit-to-work systemsContractor onboarding, permits, supervision
64ComplianceInsurance, claims & risk documentationPolicy mgmt, claims assistance, asset valuation
65ComplianceBusiness continuity & disaster recovery planningBCP creation, backup sites, drills
66ComplianceSLA / KPI reporting & performance dashboardsMonthly reports, client reviews, analytics
67SpecializedCleanroom & sterile environment maintenanceISO cleanroom class support, particle control
68SpecializedHealthcare facility sanitation & biomedical wasteInfection control, BMW handling, sterilization
69SpecializedData centre facilities management (DCIM)Precision cooling, power redundancy
70SpecializedIndustrial & plant support servicesHigh-pressure cleaning, confined-space work, degreasing

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