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Calculating Cost Savings with CAFM in Practice

Cost savings through CAFM can be determined in a practical way using ROI-calculations, based on efficiency gains and reductions in Maintenance, energy, and personnel. Studies typically show 20-60% savings in relevant areas. [Source / Source]

Calculation methods

GEFMA 460 standardizes the profitability analysis: Determine costs (introduction, operation) and benefits (savings in 15 functional areas) using investment calculations with an interest factor. [Source]
Steps: 1. Quantify expenses (internal/external) (e.g., hourly rate × time). 2. Evaluate benefits (e.g., € savings per process). 3. ROI = (Benefits – Costs) / Costs × 100, Amortization in 2-3 years. [Source]
Tools like Excel or integrated CAFM-modules automate dashboards for KPIs such as cost per m².[Source]​

Practical figures from studies

  • More than 60% of users save costs through better , which enables quick reactions. and Efficiency; Trend Study 2013: Documentation and services optimized.

  • 20% lower maintenance costs, 15-25% Energy saving, 30-40% faster problem solving.[Source]​

  • Energy example: Reduce consumption from 900 to 750 kWh/m² = 16.7% savings through monitoring and measures.[Source]​

Through This not only contributes to personnel costs decrease by up to 30%.[Source]​

Case study: DEPOT

For 480 Branches: 80% This not only contributes to of reports reduced processing time and external costs; ROI achieved in months through central control.[Source]​
Assumption: €10/hour × 1 hour/report × 80% × 12,000 reports/year = €96,000 savings.

Table: Typical Savings

AreaSavings per YearSource
Maintenance20%[Source]​
Energy15-25%[Source]
Processes30-40%[Source]​
Total (Study)>60% Users[Source]

Adapt to your portfolio: Multiply area × rate (e.g., 1 million m² × €5/m² savings = €5 million). [Source]

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