Creatingencompassing

Creatingencompassing is a neologism used to describe the practice of designing or producing processes, products, policies, or narratives that integrate diverse elements to be comprehensive, inclusive, and adaptable. The aim is to avoid narrow solutions by addressing multiple perspectives and needs within a coherent framework.

The term blends creating and encompassing and is used in discussions of systems thinking, design, and governance. It denotes intentional breadth—covering related domains, stakeholders, and future contingencies—without degenerating into indiscriminate feature totals. It emphasizes coherence and usability alongside scope.

Key principles include inclusivity, integration, scalability, and reflexivity. Methods often involve stakeholder mapping, boundary critique, and systems mapping, combined with iterative design, modular components, and scenario planning. Evaluation focuses on breadth of coverage, accessibility, and the ability to adapt to change.

Applications appear across fields. In product development, creatingencompassing guides universal design and interoperability. In urban planning, it supports master plans that balance housing, mobility, environment, and social equity. In research and policy, it encourages multidisciplinary collaboration and engagement with affected communities.

Examples include building software APIs that accommodate multiple data formats, or a city plan that accommodates current needs while anticipating future demographics and climate risks. In storytelling, it can mean narrating events from diverse perspectives to present a more complete picture.

Challenges include scope creep and potential dilution of depth. Effective practice requires clear objectives, governance for conflicting requirements, and robust measurement of outcomes beyond narrow metrics. Related ideas include inclusive design and holistic or systems-thinking approaches.