Definition of Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning

An electronics device that is commissioned is ready for use.

In the electronics field, the terms commissioning and pre-commissioning refer to the processes used to produce, program, and test electronic equipment and software. A devise that is commissioned is ready for use.

Commissioning

The process of testing electronic equipment or software to ensure that it functions according to the design specifications is called commissioning. Many companies will use a third-party testing facility to ensure the product is ready for use. Depending on the type of electronic system or software, the product may need to be sent to a government-authorized testing facility to ensure federal compliance.

Pre-commissioning

Once a prototype has been developed of an electronics device or software program, it goes into a pre-commissioning stage where all hardware and coding are checked for accuracy. A multitude of tests is run, and the developer may decide to add additional features, or remove existing ones. During this stage, the developer will often find faults in either the hardware or coding that are then fixed before being sent off for commissioning.

Fails

The commissioning phase lasts until the desired outcome is achieved. The commissioning test produces a detail report of the functioning of each feature. If the product passes all predetermined test criteria, it will be commissioned and ready for mass production and distribution. If the product fails in any area, the manufacturer will make the necessary modifications, and the product is tested again.

References

• Rasheed U'Mahnan; Certified Microsoft Software Developer; Kansas City, Missouri