kehittämiskulttuuri
Kehittämiskulttuuri, a term of Finnish origin meaning “development culture,” refers to an organizational mindset and set of practices that continuously seek improvement, innovation, and learning. The concept emerged in the 1990s within the Finnish public sector and business environment and has since spread globally. It is largely inspired by lean management, Agile methodology, and the broader continuous improvement movement.
A typical kehittämiskulttuuri is characterized by shared ownership of improvement processes, openness to experimentation, and systematic
Implementing this culture often requires intentional change management. Leadership must model curiosity and risk tolerance, while
Critics argue that the focus on metrics can lead to “perfectionist” pressure and that the cultural shift