Perprogramma

Perprogramma is a term used in Dutch and Italian contexts that translates roughly to “per program.” It is not a universally standardized concept in English-language sources, and its precise meaning depends on the field and regional usage. In general, perprogramma describes an approach or policy that applies to each program or episode individually rather than to a broader collection.

In broadcasting and media planning, perprogramma can refer to the allocation of costs, revenues, or targets on a per-program basis. This enables more granular budgeting, scheduling, and performance reporting, as metrics are tracked for each program rather than for an entire channel, service, or lineup. The term may appear in contracts, tariff documents, and internal planning materials to signal program-level accounting or pricing.

In software development or project management contexts, a related informal usage may describe organizing work or resources around independent programs or modules. Here, perprogramma implies treating each program as a discrete unit for testing, deployment, or budgeting. However, such usage is not standardized and varies by organization, language, and industry.

Etymology and form: the phrase derives from per, meaning “for each,” combined with programma from Italian and Latin. In Dutch, the standard expression is typically two words (per programma), though compound spellings may occur in certain texts.

See also: programme, program, module-based budgeting, activity-based costing.