This is the 3490th most frequent Japanese word.
稼働
"稼働" means "operation" or "working (of a machine or system)."
稼働 is utilized to describe the ability of the software to function or run across various system setups.
このソフトウェアは複数の環境で稼働できます。
This software can operate in multiple environments.
稼働 refers to the operation or startup process of machinery in this context.
機械が稼働する前に、点検を行う必要があります。
You need to inspect the machine before it starts operating.
稼働 is used here to indicate the operation or functioning of an entity (factory) at its maximum potential.