Voorrealisatie

Voorrealisatie is a Dutch term used to describe the phase, process, or set of activities conducted before the actual realization of a project, product, or artifact. It encompasses conceptualization, planning, design, and early validation that precede concrete production or deployment. The term literally combines voor- (before) with realisatie (realization).

In practice, voorrealisatie refers to the preparatory work carried out to explore feasibility, establish requirements, develop preliminary designs, and create prototypes or mock-ups. It aims to clarify goals, assess risks, and secure resources before committing to full-scale implementation. Common in fields such as architecture, urban planning, software and product development, and research and development, voorrealisatie distinguishes the preparatory work from realisatie, the latter being the actual construction, coding, manufacturing, or rollout.

Examples include a preliminary architectural concept, a feasibility study, a user-journey prototype, or a high-level project plan. These outputs help stakeholders evaluate options and prepare for the subsequent realization phase.

Notes: The term is primarily used in Dutch-language contexts and can be applied in various industries as a descriptor for pre-implementation activities. Its usage may vary by sector, and in some cases similar concepts are labeled differently (for example, pre-development or pre-implementation) depending on organizational conventions.

See also: Realisatie, Prototyping, Feasibility study, Concept design.