Consideracions

Consideracions is a term used in Romance languages, particularly Catalan and Spanish, to denote factors or issues that must be taken into account before making a decision, planning a project, or evaluating a proposal. The word derives from the Latin consideratio and functions as the plural form of consideració in Catalan or consideración in Spanish, appearing in formal and informal discourse as the equivalent of “considerations” in English.

In practical use, consideracions encompass a range of factors that influence outcomes. Common categories include legal, ethical, financial, technical, environmental, and social considerations. They help structure analysis, guide risk assessment, ensure regulatory compliance, and support transparent decision-making by explicitly stating what is being weighed.

In planning, policy, and research contexts, consideracions are often listed to:

- identify assumptions and limitations

- clarify scope and constraints

- foreground potential impacts on stakeholders

- document criteria used to evaluate options

Examples arise in project charters, grant proposals, and policy briefings, where a dedicated section on consideracions informs readers about the conditions under which conclusions are drawn. While the term is most frequent in Spanish and Catalan, its usage mirrors the broader international practice of enumerating factors to be considered in critical evaluation.

See also: risk assessment, due diligence, compliance, ethics, stakeholder analysis.