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NEN-EN 16646 introduces the general approach for physical asset management. It also introduces the relationship between organizational strategic plan and maintenance management system and describes the interrelations between maintenance process and all the other asset management processes. It addresses the role and importance of maintenance within physical asset management system during whole lifecycle of an item. This European standard is best applicable to production organizations of all sizes. This European standard consists of guidance and recommendations and is not intended to be used for certification, regulatory, or contractual use.