Tranzicioni

Tranzicioni is a theoretical construct used in social science and policy studies to analyze the process by which large-scale systems undergo transition across economic, technological, and cultural dimensions. It emphasizes cross-sector dynamics, multi-level governance, and the non-linear character of change, recognizing that shifts occur through interactions among technologies, institutions, and actors over time.

The term appears in interdisciplinary literature on sustainability and urban transformation, often as an umbrella for comparing transition processes across domains. The name is used in various languages and contexts, reflecting its role as a broad analytic tool rather than a single, standardized methodology.

Core concepts of tranzicioni include drivers such as technological innovation, policy incentives, market realignment, and social demand; pathways that can be incremental, reformist, or disruptive; and impediments like path dependence, incumbent interests, and coordination failures. The approach stresses how diverse actors, institutions, norms, and learning processes interact, as well as the importance of narrative framing, stakeholder coalitions, and scenario building to explore possible futures and guide decision making.

Applications of tranzicioni span energy systems, transportation, urban planning, and digital infrastructure redesign. Researchers employ system mapping, stakeholder analysis, and scenario planning to assess transitions, identify leverage points, and compare trajectories across contexts. Critics argue that the concept can be vague or ill-defined without clear criteria for success or measurable indicators, and they warn of the risk of overgeneralization across distinct sectors and scales.

Related concepts include sustainability transitions, transition management, resilience, and socio-technical systems theory.