Space classifications

Space classifications define the standards that are used to calculate the area measurements for spaces, such as gross area, rentable areas, and usable areas.

These standards are established by the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) and Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA).

Note: IBM® TRIRIGA® supports the 1996 BOMA standard.

You can use the classification hierarchy to create a space class current record to define the utility of the space. In the space class current record, you can also provide a logical grouping of the available space. After you specify the space classifications, you can assign them to the space records.

You can integrate computer-aided design (CAD) software with IBM TRIRIGA to create accurate space measurements and to view spaces in graphical format. You can also use the web-based interface to assign and review space classifications.

You can classify spaces into three different types to help you manage your spaces.

Space class current: The primary space classification where you can specify how the space is used, such as warehouse or storeroom. This classification defines the current use of space to calculate area measurements and allocate available spaces.
Space class designed: Defines the designed use of a specific space. You can apply this classification when a space is intended to be used for a specific purpose but is used for a different occupation. For example, when a space is designed as a workstation or office but is used as a storage area.
Space class planned: Defines the planned utilization of a space. For example, an office space that is currently used as a storage area, but the master plan shows the planned usage as a special purpose space.