Describe building management system and how it important for follow up maintenance activity in building ?

A Building Management System is a computer-based control system installed in buildings that controls and monitors the building’s mechanical and electrical equipment such as ventilation, lighting, power systems, fire systems, and security systems. A BMS consists of software and hardware; the software program, usually configured in a hierarchical manner, can be proprietary, using such protocols as C-bus, Profibus,etc.

Importance:Ease of information availability problem,Effective use of maintenance staff,Early detection of problems,More satisfied occupants