Tulosketjulle

Tulosketjulle is a Finnish term that translates to "results chain" or "chain of results." It is a concept often used in project management, strategy development, and public administration to illustrate the causal links between activities, outputs, outcomes, and ultimately, the desired impact. The idea is to demonstrate how planned actions lead to tangible results, which in turn contribute to broader objectives.

A typical tulosketjulle starts with inputs or resources, which are then transformed through various activities. These activities produce direct outputs, such as reports, services, or products. The outputs then lead to short-to-medium term outcomes, which represent changes in behavior, knowledge, or capacity. Finally, these outcomes contribute to the long-term impact, which is the ultimate desired change or improvement. Understanding this chain is crucial for effective planning, monitoring, and evaluation, as it allows organizations to track progress and identify potential bottlenecks or areas for improvement. By clearly defining each link in the tulosketjulle, stakeholders can better understand the intended logic of an intervention and assess whether it is achieving its intended goals.