Tagesordnungen

Tagesordnungen is the plural of Tagesordnung, a term used in German-speaking contexts to describe the list of topics to be discussed or decided at a meeting or session. Each Tagesordnungspunkt (agenda item) specifies what will be addressed and often includes a brief description, the responsible person, and sometimes time estimates. The agenda provides the sequence of business to be conducted, guiding discussion and decision-making.

The purpose of a Tagesordnung is to organize the meeting efficiently, ensure that all relevant topics are addressed, and give participants the opportunity to prepare. It also helps allocate time, set expectations for outcomes, and support a transparent procedure for approvals and votes. In formal settings, the agenda is typically prepared by the chair, secretary, or management and distributed in advance, sometimes accompanying invitations or minutes from previous meetings.

During a meeting, the chair or convenor may propose changes to the order or add urgent items as new Tagesordnungspunkte. In many organizations, the agenda or its adoption at the start of the meeting is a formal act, and the group may approve the list as presented or with revisions. Minutes then record which items were discussed, what decisions were made, and any follow-up actions.

Usage varies by country and organization but is common across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. In parliamentary and corporate contexts, the structure of Tagesordnungen—named items, sometimes with time allocations and presenter—helps maintain discipline, accountability, and a clear record of the meeting’s proceedings. The term is often used interchangeably with agenda in English-language descriptions of German-speaking procedures.