Erogazione

Erogazione is an Italian term that refers to the act of providing or releasing resources, payments, or services from a supplier to a recipient. It is widely used in public administration, finance, and utilities to indicate the moment in which value is actually transferred, as opposed to commitments or obligations that precede it.

In public administration and budgeting, erogazione denotes the disbursement of funds allocated by a budget to specific programs or beneficiaries. The process commonly follows a sequence that may include the commitment of funds (impegno), the order or authorization for payment, and finally the erogazione when the payment is made. In private finance, the term also describes the disbursement of loans or subsidies to entities or individuals.

In the energy, water, and other utilities sectors, erogazione describes the delivery or supply of a service to a customer. Energy erogazione is the act of delivering electricity or gas, while water erogazione refers to the provision of potable water. The concept can also apply to social benefits, pensions, or reimbursements when funds reach recipients.

Etymology-wise, erogazione derives from the Latin erogare, meaning to expend or pour out. The term emphasizes the transfer of value or service, governed by accounting and regulatory rules that specify timing, documentation, and auditing of payments and deliveries.