compatibilisointia
Compatibilisointi, or compatibilization in English, is the process of making two or more systems, policies, or components mutually compatible. The aim is to align rules, standards, data formats, and incentives so that they can operate together without conflicts, gaps, or inefficiencies.
Etymology and scope: The term derives from the Latin compatibilis and is used in Finnish public administration,
Applications: In social security, compatibilisointi describes aligning pension or benefit rules with work income to preserve
Methods: Typical approaches include mapping interfaces, standardization of data formats and vocabularies, policy harmonization, and stakeholder
Impact and critique: Proponents cite lower administrative costs, simpler user experiences, and better policy coherence. Critics
See also: interoperability, standardization, policy harmonization, regulatory alignment.