anvendelsesmulighed

Anvendelsesmulighed is a Danish term that denotes the possibility or suitability of applying a product, technology, method, or concept to a specific purpose or context. The word combines anve nde lse (application, use) and mulighed (possibility), and is closely related to concepts such as applicability, usability, and potential use.

In business, engineering and research, an anvendelsesmulighed analysis assesses whether a given solution can be used effectively in a particular setting. The assessment typically considers technical compatibility, regulatory constraints, market demand, cost, and potential benefits. The result is a set of viable use cases or a portfolio of potential fields of application, sometimes organized in a use-case matrix.

Anvendelsesmuligheder are influenced by factors such as material properties, performance requirements, interoperability with existing systems, and user needs. For example, a new polymer might have anvendelsesmuligheder in packaging, medical devices, and construction, each with distinct regulatory and safety considerations. In software, an API or feature may present multiple anvendelsesmuligheder depending on user workflows and data models.

The term is often used together with related concepts such as anvendelsesområde (area of application), anvendelighed (usability), and implementeringspotentiale (implementation potential). Limitations in an anvendelsesmulighed assessment can stem from technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, legal or ethical constraints, and social acceptance.