företagsnära

Företagsnära is a Swedish term that translates to "business-close" or "close to business." It is commonly used in the context of organizational structures and professional roles, particularly within public sector organizations or larger corporations. The concept emphasizes the importance of keeping certain functions or individuals in direct contact with the daily operations and needs of the business or its clients.

In practice, a "företagsnära" role often implies a position that bridges the gap between a support function, such as IT, HR, or finance, and the operational departments or business units it serves. The person or team in such a role is expected to have a deep understanding of the business's specific challenges and goals, enabling them to provide more relevant and effective support. This proximity allows for quicker problem-solving, better alignment of services with business requirements, and enhanced communication.

The aim of adopting a "företagsnära" approach is to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and overall value creation. By embedding support functions closer to the core business activities, organizations can foster a more integrated and collaborative working environment. This can lead to better decision-making, as insights from the operational side are more readily available to support functions, and vice versa. It moves away from a model where support functions operate in isolation and instead promotes a partnership approach.