multiorganisatoriske

Multiorganisatoriske is a Scandinavian term used to describe phenomena, processes, or structures that involve more than one organization. The word is formed from multi- (many) and organisatorisk (organizational), and it functions as an adjective in contexts where collaboration across independent entities is central. It is commonly employed in Norwegian and Danish to discuss arrangements that cross organizational boundaries.

In practice, multiorganisatoriske concepts refer to arrangements such as joint programs, cross‑organization networks, or consortiums where multiple organizations cooperate to achieve common goals. The scope includes governance models with shared decision‑making, coordination mechanisms (such as steering committees or liaison roles), legal and financial arrangements (data sharing agreements, joint funding, contracts), and technical interoperability (standardized data formats and common IT platforms).

The term highlights both opportunities and challenges of cross‑organizational work. Benefits can include broader coverage, more efficient use of resources, access to diverse expertise, and greater resilience. Challenges often involve accountability and liability distribution, misaligned incentives, data privacy and security, and administrative overhead associated with coordinating across entities.

Examples of usage include multiorganisatoriske samarbeidsprosjekter in regional health networks or multiorganisatoriske styringsmodeller for public service delivery. In medical contexts, care must be taken not to equate multiorganisatoriske with multiorgan (involving multiple body organs), as the former pertains to organizational structure rather than physiology. Related concepts include interorganisational collaboration and cross‑organizational governance.