Vervolgstappen

Vervolgstappen is a Dutch noun that denotes the actions to be taken after a specific event, decision, or assessment. In English the term is commonly translated as "next steps" or "follow-up actions." The word is a compound of vervolg ("to continue") and stappen ("steps"), reflecting its function to outline what comes after an initial phase.

In practice they appear in meeting minutes, project plans, reports, evaluations, and policy documents. A typical vervolgstap item lists the action to be performed, the responsible person or team, a deadline, and sometimes priority or a status update.

The purpose of vervolgstappen is to create accountability, maintain momentum, and provide a clear roadmap from discussion to implementation. They help stakeholders understand what will happen next and who is in charge, facilitating follow-through and progress tracking within organizations or projects.

See also: actiepunten, volgende stappen, follow-up, next steps.