set of successive maturity states that the product takes during the different phases of a programme

Note 1 to entry: States of maturity during which the product is gradually processed are typically: — concept; — development; — realization; — use, including in-service support; — withdrawal from service.

Note 2 to entry: The life cycle of a product takes into account all the activities involved in the manufacture, use, transport and disposal of the product. This is the basis of eco-design.

Note 3 to entry: The life cycle is generally illustrated as a series of stages, from production (extraction and harvesting of raw materials) to final disposal (disposal or recovery), including manufacturing, packaging, transport, use and recycling or disposal.

Note 4 to entry: Notion not to be confused with life profile.

Go to the French version: cycle de vie (d’un produit)

Related definitions: life cycle (of a project/programme); life profile