kerndimensies

Kerndimensies is a Dutch term used to describe the most important dimensions or axes that define a concept, product, system, or phenomenon. The word combines kern (core) and dimensies (dimensions) and is employed in Dutch-language analysis to summarize complexity by focusing on a small set of essential attributes.

In practice, kerndimensies serve as a framework for analysis, design, and evaluation. They help stakeholders agree on what matters most, guide the collection of data, and structure decision-making around core attributes rather than peripheral details. The concept is commonly applied in business analysis, product development, education, and research to distill a topic into its fundamental components.

Examples of kerndimensies vary by domain. In a customer-value model, typical kerndimensies might include price, quality, delivery, and service. In software or product design, common kerndimensies can be usability, performance, reliability, and compatibility. In research settings, kerndimensies represent the core constructs or variables that define a theory or measurement instrument.

Identifying kerndimensies involves stakeholder input, literature review, and methodological tools such as framework mapping or factor analysis to distinguish essential from auxiliary attributes. While useful for clarity and communication, relying on too few kerndimensies can risk oversimplification, so they should be revisited as goals and contexts evolve.

See also: core dimensions, essential attributes, framework design.