Proposal for a General Classification of Maintenance Approaches

This research paper addresses the pressing need for a universally accepted classification of maintenance types, as current classifications vary significantly across institutions, organizations, and countries. Despite extensive research in the field of maintenance, a stan-dardized framework remains elusive, leading to confusion and inefficiencies in maintenance practices. The primary objective of this study is to develop a comprehensive classification of maintenance types that can be widely adopted. Through a thorough literature review, various maintenance approaches have been identified and analyzed, laying the groundwork for a new classification system. This paper presents a proposal for a general classification of mainte-nance approaches.