Ikketekniske

Ikketekniske is a Norwegian term used to describe aspects or requirements that are not technical in nature. The concept is commonly applied in planning, design, and evaluation to distinguish non-technical considerations from technical aspects such as hardware, software, or engineering calculations.

The word is formed from "ikke" (not) and "tekniske" (technical). It can be used as "ikketeknisk" in singular form and "ikketekniske" in plural form, as in "ikketekniske krav" or "ikketekniske hensyn."

In practice, ikketekniske elements appear in areas like project management, IT governance, and product development. They cover usability, accessibility, aesthetics, user training, cost, maintenance, and compliance with laws and ethical standards, as well as market needs and organizational goals. They focus on how people interact with a system or process rather than on how the system is technically built.

Separating ikketekniske from tekniske elements supports broader stakeholder involvement, including non-technical team members, and promotes clearer documentation. This distinction helps ensure that non-technical goals are addressed alongside technical specifications, contributing to better user experience and adoption, cost control, and alignment with business objectives.

See also: tekniske krav, brukeropplevelse, prosjektledelse, kravspesifikasjon.