Werklijn

Werklijn is a Dutch term that denotes a sequence of work steps or processes applied to a unit of work. It is used to describe the routing of tasks through a set of operations, decisions, or stations, yielding a finished item or outcome. The exact meaning is context-dependent and can overlap with concepts such as a production line, workflow, or processing pipeline.

In manufacturing and logistics, een werklijn refers to the arrangement of workstations and the flow of parts or products through them. In service delivery or administrative work, it can refer to a standard sequence of tasks and checks that staff follow to complete a case or transaction. In information technology or data processing, the term may be used to describe a processing pipeline or automated workflow, where data moves through a series of transformations.

Etymology and variants: The term combines Dutch werk (work) and lijn (line). It is one of several synonyms for workflow in Dutch; more common terms include workflow (frequently used in IT contexts) and werkstroom. Usage varies by sector and region, and werklijn is more technical or industry-specific in some contexts.

See also: production line, workflow, processing pipeline, werkstroom.