affärsdrift
Affärsdrift is a Swedish term that refers to the ongoing, day-to-day activities through which a company creates, delivers and captures value. It encompasses the core business processes that generate revenue: procurement and production, logistics, sales, marketing, customer service, and after-sales support, as well as supporting functions such as human resources and IT that directly enable operations. The aim of affärsdrift is to maximize value by delivering products and services efficiently, at quality standards, and within cost targets, while meeting legal and ethical requirements.
In accounting and corporate reporting, affärsdrift is often distinguished from financial drift or financing activities and
Key tasks within affärsdrift include process design and optimization (for example lean production or service design),
Performance is typically measured with operating margin, gross margin, operating cash flow, productivity, service levels, and
Effective affärsdrift depends on governance, risk management, internal controls, and continuous improvement culture. Digital tools, data