Topdownohjaus
Topdownohjaus is a Finnish term that translates to "top-down control" or "top-down steering" in English. It refers to a methodological approach used primarily in the fields of management, organizational development, and systems governance. The concept emphasizes a hierarchical structure where decisions, strategies, and directives originate from upper management or governing bodies and flow downward through the organizational levels to be implemented by operational units.
In practice, topdownohjaus involves setting clear objectives, policies, and procedures at the top level, which then
The method is prevalent in public administration, corporate governance, and large-scale project management, where centralized control
In Finland, the concept is also associated with the broader governance frameworks that emphasize hierarchical decision-making