Title: Integrated Agile Facility Management Model for Improving Performance in Construction Projects


Authors: Keshav Birle, Radha Krishnan Rambola


Published in: Volume 3 Issue 1 Jan June 2026, Page No. 33-44


DOI: 10.63844/IJAITR.v3.i1.2026.33-44 cite


Abstract: This research looks at how we can improve the way buildings and infrastructure are managed during and after construction by using Agile methods—a flexible way of working that’s often used in software development.In construction projects, managing facilities (like HVAC systems, lighting, safety, and maintenance) is usually done in a rigid, slow-moving way. But today’s buildings are more complex, and owners, users, and builders need faster, more adaptable solutions.Agile is all about working in small steps, getting regular feedback, and adjusting quickly when things change. This paper suggests using those same principles in Facility Management (FM) to make construction projects more efficient and responsive.The research proposes a model that blends traditional FM practices with Agile tools like planning in short cycles (sprints), daily check-ins, and team collaboration platforms.This model helps teams react faster to problems, improve communication between departments, and better meet the expectations of clients and users—especially when project needs shift suddenly.It’s designed to support evolving projects, not hold them back. The goal is to make FM more flexible, proactive, and aligned with how modern construction really works.In simple terms: it’s about making the people who manage buildings more agile, so the buildings work better for everyone involved.


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