BS EN 16311 is a European standard that contains a glossary of terms, which can contribute to the conditions for free competition and a level playing field for engineering services providers in Europe in regard to industrial products. BS EN 16311 deals with the intellectual services necessary to transform needs into practical solutions from their conception, through realization to operation and during the life cycle of a working product such as buildings, industrial products etc. The terminology aims at facilitating the cooperation between partners in the field of Engineering Services (ES).
BS EN 16311 structure is based on stages in the life cycle of an industrial product. BS EN 16311 is not a description of the contents of the tasks to be executed, neither on their scheduling nor on the actors concerned who depend on the national context, the clients, type, and importance of the product and its environment. The major terms are defined covering the lifecycle of industrial products.
BS EN 16311 on engineering services terminology is useful for:
Reference vocabulary intends to facilitate the dialogue between partners of different countries or specialties. BS EN 16311 cannot be considered as a reference list of tasks to be carried out, which depend on contexts that may differ in different European countries and sectors (legislation, regulation insurances….).
Having access to common definitions and terminology across the industry facilitates and accelerates communication, research, and reporting across the industry. BS EN 16311 guidelines bring uniformity in reporting, documentation, research, innovation, and product development. Using BS EN 16311 you will be in a position to facilitate clear communication across the different industries that, in turn, facilitates wider market reach for the products. BS EN 16311 enables customers to have access to innovative services as a result of this.
EN 16311:2013