InformationAbout ISO 41001 Standards

InformationAbout ISO 41001 Standards

ISO 41001 is a standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that provides a framework for implementing and managing an effective Facility Management (FM) system The standard is intended to help organizations develop a strategic approach to managing their facilities, including planning, designing, implementing, operating, and maintaining them

ISO 41001 was published in 2018 and replaces the earlier British standard BS 8564:2012. The standard provides a set of requirements and guidance for implementing an FM system that is aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives.

The requirements of ISO 41001 cover a range of topics related to facility management, including:

Leadership and strategy—ensuring that the organization’s FM system is aligned with its overall business strategy and that top management is committed to the system

Support and operation ensuring that the organization has the resources, infrastructure, and processes in place to effectively manage its facilities

Performance evaluation establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitoring and measuring performance to ensure continuous improvement

Outsourcing ensuring that any outsourced FM activities are managed effectively and that the organization retains control over them.

Life cycle costing considering the total cost of ownership of facilities over their entire life cycle, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance.

ISO 41001 is designed to be applicable to organizations of all sizes and types, including commercial, industrial, public sector, and non-profit organizations The standard is intended to help organizations to improve their facility management practices, reduce costs, and improve the safety, well-being, and satisfaction of employees and other stakeholders.