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Common collocations with operational in American Collocation

operational adjective

US /ˌɑpəˈreɪʃən(ə)l/

currently
fully

Lerwick’s international ferry terminal became fully operational in October 2002.

ability or level of success

activity
capability
effectiveness
efficiency
level
performance

These tools will help businesses make further improvements to their operational efficiency.

costs

costs

The provision of high levels of quality will have a significant impact on operational costs.

needs

needs
requirements

Any arrangement that you choose must be agreed with your Head of Department so that it fits into the operational requirements of the department.

method

practice
procedure
process

Operational procedures typically need to be tailored to fit the needs of the particular environment.

problem

difficulty
issue
problem

These incidents must be resolved promptly as security incidents can cause operational problems, damage reputations or even have legal implications.

be
become
declare something
keep something
remain

The system was declared operational after extensive testing.

The station had to remain operational at all times during the contract.