Kostnadskrevende

Kostnadskrevende is a Norwegian adjective used to describe something that requires a large amount of costs, resources, or effort to achieve, implement, or maintain. It is commonly applied in economic, financial, and management contexts to characterize projects, processes, or systems that impose substantial ongoing expenses or demands on resources.

Etymology and nuance: the term is a compound of kostnad (cost) and krevende (demanding). It signals not only a high upfront price but also significant ongoing costs or complexity that raise the total cost of ownership. The expression is more about resource demands and long-term costs than a simple price tag, and it is distinct from dyrt, which centers on price alone.

Usage: kostnadskrevende is frequently used in budgeting, procurement, IT implementation, and public-sector planning to discuss cost-benefit trade-offs. It is often contrasted with kostnadseffektiv or kostnadseffektivitet, which emphasize cost-efficiency and value for money.

Examples: a kostnadskrevende system integration project; a kostnadskrevende maintenance program; or a kostnadskrevende regulatory compliance process. The term helps decision-makers weigh whether benefits justify the required resources over the project’s life cycle.

See also: related terms include ressurskrevende (resource-intensive), kostnadseffektivitet (cost efficiency), total cost of ownership (TCO), business case, and ROI. The concept remains relevant across industries where long-term budgeting and scalability are key considerations.