Perusvaiheissa

Perusvaiheissa is a Finnish phrase meaning “in the basic stages” or “in the foundational phases.” It is used in Finnish-language texts to describe the early part of a process or project when fundamental decisions are made and essential requirements are defined.

Character and scope: In perusvaiheissa, the focus is on establishing goals, identifying stakeholders, defining the scope, assessing feasibility, and setting up basic governance and documentation. Activities are typically high level and oriented toward creating a stable base for subsequent phases. Risk assessment and resource planning are common components.

Contexts: The term is used across multiple fields. In project management, perusvaiheissa would include project initiation, requirements gathering, and initial design. In product development, it covers market analysis, concept exploration, and prototype planning. In education or program planning, it relates to curriculum design and policy framing at the outset. In construction or engineering, perusvaiheissa covers site surveys, permitting, and foundational design.

Relation to other phases: Perusvaiheissa is contrasted with later stages such as suunnitteluvaihe (design phase), toteutus (implementation), testaus (testing), and maintenance. The phrase emphasizes a starting point rather than an end goal.

Note: Because perusvaiheissa is a generic label, its exact content varies by domain, organization, and project. The common element is that activities are aimed at defining and stabilizing the basis for further work.