Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

re-engineering

noun
/ˌriː.ɛn.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ/
Definition
Re-engineering refers to the process of redesigning and improving existing systems, processes, or products to enhance performance, efficiency, or quality.
Examples
  • The company is focusing on re-engineering its supply chain processes to reduce costs.
  • Re-engineering their software helped the team improve user experience significantly.
  • Many organizations undertake re-engineering initiatives when facing declining performance.
Meaning
The aim of re-engineering is to rethink and fundamentally change the way work is done to better support the organization’s strategic goals.
Synonyms
  • Redesign
  • Revamping
  • Overhauling
  • Refinement
  • Reconstruction