doeleiwit

Doeleiwit is a Dutch term that refers to the capacity or potential of a person, organization, program, or system to achieve its stated objectives. The word combines doel (goal) with a suffix that forms an abstract noun, and it is used mainly in management, policy analysis, and education to describe whether intended outcomes are realistically attainable given available resources, competencies, and context.

In practice, doeleiwit is assessed by examining how well objectives align with inputs, processes, and outputs, as well as the underlying assumptions of a plan. It is not a fixed property; it can be increased or decreased by actions such as capacity building, organizational changes, or adjustments to scope and timeline. Evaluations of doeleiwit often involve qualitative judgments supported by indicators related to feasibility, governance, and stakeholder engagement, as well as quantitative measures where appropriate.

Doeleiwit is commonly considered alongside related concepts such as effectivity, efficiency, and impact. Some critics caution that assessments of doeleiwit can be subjective and sensitive to external factors, making careful definition of objectives and transparent assumptions essential for credible analysis.

In practical use, doeleiwit informs decision making in project design, program development, and policy planning. By focusing on the potential to achieve desired results, organizations aim to identify gaps, allocate resources wisely, and adjust strategies to improve real-world outcomes. See also: doel, effectiviteit, capaciteit, prestatie-indicatoren.