(うんよう)

うんよう
noun / suru-verb
operation, management, utilization
1. operation, management (of systems/services)
The day-to-day operation and management of systems, services, or organizations.
システムの運用(うんよう)担当(たんとう)している。
I'm in charge of system operations.
SNSアカウントの運用(うんよう)外注(がいちゅう)している。
We outsource the management of our social media accounts.
2. investment, asset management
The management and investment of financial assets to generate returns.
資産(しさん)運用(うんよう)について相談(そうだん)したい。
I'd like to consult about asset management.
3. practical application, utilization
The practical application or flexible use of rules, knowledge, or resources.
規則(きそく)柔軟(じゅうなん)運用(うんよう)する。
Apply the rules flexibly.

FORMATION: (うん) (carry/convey) + (よう) (use).

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 運用(うんよう)する (operate, manage)
  • 運用(うんよう)費用(ひよう) (operating costs)
  • 資産(しさん)運用(うんよう) (asset management)
  • 運用(うんよう)実績(じっせき) (track record)
  • 運用(うんよう){ルール} (operational rules)

CONTRAST:

  • 運営(うんえい) (management, running) - emphasizes organizational management
  • 運用(うんよう) - emphasizes practical day-to-day operation and application