Meaning of the word optimisation in English

What does optimisation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

optimisation

US /ˌɑːp.tə.məˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌɒp.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the act of making something as good or as effective as possible

Example:
The company is focused on the optimization of its production processes.
We need to achieve maximum optimization of our resources.
2.

the process of modifying a system to make it work more efficiently or effectively

Example:
Search engine optimization (SEO) is crucial for online visibility.
Software optimization can significantly improve performance.