The Hoshin kanri is a popular methodology for strategic
policy planning and deployment. The approach is widely used by
firms as a tool for aligning organizational objectives at the
strategic level with key performance measures at the tactical and
operational levels. Moreover, the methodology presents a
structured means for translating performance measures into
specific performance indicators. Based on the performance
indicators, decision makers are able to measure the performance
of processes/systems and consequently, implement corrective
actions. However, despite its successful implementation in diverse
sectors such as finance, banking and quality management, not
much work is mentioned regarding its use in maintenance
performance management. Yet, recent literature underscores the
strategic importance of performance measurement as a means of
evaluating the effectiveness of implemented maintenance
strategies. This paper adapts the Hoshin kanri technique for
strategic maintenance performance management. The tool’s
applicability is demonstrated through the case study of an edible
oil processing facility. The technique proposes a structure for;
aligning strategic objectives to key performance indicators at the
shop floor, setting performance targets and implementing
improvement actions. Moreover, the technique is user intuitive
and involves personnel at all levels in the organization.