Yhteyspiste

Yhteyspiste is a Finnish term meaning "point of contact" or "point of connection." In Finnish usage, it denotes a location, channel, or interface through which two or more parties, systems, or processes can communicate, coordinate, or exchange information or services. The concept covers both physical and logical points of interaction.

In information technology and data exchange, a yhteyspiste is typically an interface such as an API endpoint, service endpoint, or data exchange gateway that enables interoperability between systems. It defines how requests and responses are formatted, secured, and routed, and it may be hosted in an integration platform or cloud service.

In public administration and service design, the term describes the designated channel through which citizens or organizations access services—for example a service desk, call center, or customer portal. A well-defined yhteyspiste reduces confusion and improves service delivery by providing a single point of contact and a clear path for information flow.

In physical networks and infrastructure, it can refer to a junction, docking point, or hub where materials, people, or communications link with other parts of the system.

In broader use, it can denote a coordination point in collaborations or partnerships, serving as a reference point for responsibilities, authority, and data sharing. See also: point of contact, interface, endpoint.