Teknikteknik

Teknikteknik is a term used in technology studies to denote a meta-level approach to techniques and methods employed in technology practice. It examines how technical methods are devised, documented, standardized, and transferred within and across disciplines, with emphasis on the processes that enable reliable and repeatable work rather than on specific devices.

The term is used in Scandinavian and European scholarly discourse as a way to address technique as a field of study in its own right. There is no single universal definition, and meanings may vary by context. At its core it treats technique as a structured practice comprising tacit knowledge, written procedures, and organizational routines.

Core concepts include technique, process, standardization, documentation, training, and knowledge transfer. It investigates how best practices emerge, how they are codified, and how learning curves influence performance.

Methods include comparative cross-domain analysis, process mapping, workflow documentation, and the design of modular, reusable procedures. It often complements technology studies, quality management, and knowledge management.

Applications occur in manufacturing, software engineering, construction, education, and robotics. In practice, teknikteknik can guide the development of playbooks, onboarding materials, and process improvements that are portable across teams.

Criticism notes that the concept can be vague or overlapping with existing fields; success depends on clear definitions and effective documentation. See also technology studies, technique, and knowledge management.