What is Technical Documentation

Last updated: 2025-01-16

Definition of Technical Documentation

Technical documentation is any document related to a product or service. The technical documentation is intended for operators, users or technical personnel who install the device or system. Technical documentation includes a wide range of different types of documents. It describes how the product or service works, instructions for its operation, commissioning, features, architecture or operating conditions.

Examples and basic types of technical documentation

  • Manual, handbook
  • User documentation
  • Administrative documentation
  • Source code
  • Code, style guides
  • Product Requirements
  • Architecture
  • Frequently asked questions

How Aptien Helps with Technical Documentation

Introducing Employees to Technical Documentation

  • You keep technical documentation in the manual library
  • Thanks to the directive portal, you have a digital proof of familiarizing the operator with technical documentation
  • You can use it, for example, during the induction, adaptation or training of your employees to familiarize them with technical documentation
  • It will help you protect the health of your employees and fulfill legal obligations in the field of occupational safety and health

Keeping Technical Documentation for Machines, Devices, and Equipment

  • If you operate various machines, devices, and equipment for which you need to manage maintenance or keep documentation, thanks to Aptien Facility Management, you will do it easily
  • You can also attach technical documentation to your assets to each product
  • You have information about validity, version, and related product
  • You also keep information about revisions
  • You also keep other maintenance documentation here
how to manage technical documentation