Author:
Riley Mike,Kokkarinen Noora,Pitt Michael
Abstract
PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to summarise the main post occupancy evaluation (POE) techniques currently available and illustrate which method would be the most appropriate as a performance enhancement tool within higher education (HE) facilities.Design/methodology/approachThe history of, and barriers to using POE as a performance enhancement tool are analysed through an extensive literature review.FindingsDespite a historic resistance to POE by construction professionals, interest has emerged in recent years, particularly with government clients and public funded projects, with a focus on the outputs of a project as opposed to the inputs. While plenty of methods exist, only a few are specifically suited to evaluate the building performance of educational facilities to maximise student success and productivity.Research limitations/implicationsPractitioners and academics who are interested in the various POE methods will find this review relevant in order to choose which method is most appropriate for the assessment needs of HE facilities.Originality/valueResearch on POE has been emerging in the field of facilities management for commercial and domestic buildings, but little attention has been drawn to HE buildings; although they are a great contributor to individual success and society. This paper provides an historic overview of POE while also assessing its scope, identifying drivers and barriers to it, and outlining the various methods by which it can be conducted.
Subject
Management of Technology and Innovation,Strategy and Management,Business and International Management
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