Reagend

Reagend is a neologism used in discussions of organizational dynamics to describe the act or process of revising the topics to be addressed in a meeting, project plan, or policy discussion. Proponents view reagending as a practical tool for aligning discourse with shifting priorities, while critics warn it can obscure contentious issues or alter outcomes through agenda control.

Origin and usage

The term appears in informal management discourse and think-tank briefings from the early 2020s, often described as a blend of re- and agenda. It is not part of formal dictionaries and lacks a single, authoritative definition. In practice, reagending is discussed as a deliberate reordering, reframing, or addition of items on an existing agenda.

Definition and forms

As a noun, reagend refers to the revised agenda produced after a reagending process. As a verb, to reagend means to revise the agenda or to reframe the topics and order of discussion. The concept emphasizes both content and sequencing, recognizing that what is chosen to be discussed and in what order can influence decisions.

Practical implications

Reagending can help incorporate new information, stakeholder input, or changing circumstances. However, it may also serve as a strategic tool to foreground certain issues while deprioritizing others, potentially shaping outcomes before substantive discussion occurs.

See also

Agenda setting, meeting facilitation, prioritization, renegotiation.