The purpose of the OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) indicator is to reduce the 6 big losses. OEE is a metric used to measure the effectiveness of a manufacturing process by calculating the percentage of planned production time that is truly productive. The 6 big losses refer to the major factors that contribute to inefficiency in production, including equipment breakdowns, setup and adjustment time, idling and minor stoppages, reduced speed, defects and rework, and startup and yield losses. By focusing on reducing these losses, the OEE indicator helps improve overall efficiency and productivity in the manufacturing process.