maintenance program
[/ˈmeɪntənəns ˈproʊɡræm/]
nounpl: maintenance programs
programa de manutenção
1. A systematic plan or schedule for regular inspections, repairs, and servicing of equipment, machinery, or systems to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns
The company implemented a new maintenance program to reduce equipment downtime.
A empresa implementou um novo programa de manutenção para reduzir o tempo de inatividade dos equipamentos.
2. In healthcare or rehabilitation, a structured course of treatment designed to sustain improvement and prevent relapse
She enrolled in a maintenance program to manage her chronic condition.
Ela se inscreveu em um programa de manutenção para controlar sua condição crônica.
3. A scheduled software or system update plan to maintain functionality and security
The IT department scheduled the maintenance program for Sunday evening.
O departamento de TI agendou o programa de manutenção para domingo à noite.
In both American and Brazilian business contexts, maintenance programs are critical components of operational management, particularly in manufacturing, healthcare, and IT sectors. Brazilian companies increasingly adopt structured maintenance programs following international standards (ISO) to ensure quality and competitiveness.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep something in working order
stay on top of maintenance
stick to the maintenance schedule
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