A Literature Review of Maintenance Practices in SMEs

• Published in: International journal for research in applied science and engineering technology Vol. 10; no. 4; pp. 1169 - 1176
• Main Authors: Beohar, Gouraw, Pandey, Dr. Anjaney, Mishra, Dr. Rajesh Pd
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 30.04.2022
• ISSN: 2321-9653; 2321-9653
• DOI: 10.22214/ijraset.2022.41428

Purpose- Aim of the research is to study the relevant available literature related to different maintenance system of the SMEs. Main objective of this paper is to review all types of maintenance models on different maintenance systems and associated case studies for SMEs and propose possible gaps from the point of view of practitioners and researchers. Design/methodology/approach – In the process different approaches and models considered to check and also identified the gaps with proper classification. Various publications of database of published papers in last 20 years, was utilized for the purpose of this research. Findings –Paper revealed the different kind of maintenance system adaptations given by different researchers world-wide. Purpose of literature review not only related to compare the available maintenance models of SMEs but also define various gaps and barriers presented in SMEs. Paper makes a pathway for development of maintenance framework for SMEs. Practical implications – The Literature review indicates a very limited literature is available on this field. The Final derive indicates the necessity of maintenance system of SMEs in current scenario. In this context a maintenance model is proposed by author. Paper classifies different types of maintenance system uses for in SMs also helpful for future studies. Originality/value – This Paper categorized the different types of maintenance work and case studies available on previous literature. It gives useful analysis for maintenance in SMEs and understands its worth. Keywords: Maintenance, Literature, SMEs Paper Type – Literature Review