ohjeistukseksi

Ohjeistukseksi is a Finnish neologism formed from the noun ohjeistus (guidance, instructions) and the suffix -ksi, which in Finnish marks a role or purpose, roughly translating to "as guidance" or "to be used as instructions." The term is used to describe a text, policy, or material that is intended to function as guidance or instruction for a specified audience.

Usage: The word is common in administrative, IT, and internal communications to denote that a document should be treated as guiding material rather than as binding regulation. It emphasizes practical orientation and user-oriented framing rather than formal authority. Because it is a relatively new or niche formation, its usage may vary and it may be perceived as jargon or informal. When clarity is needed in formal contexts, phrases such as "ohjeistus" or "ohjeistus tarkoitettu X:lle" may be preferred.

Examples: "Tämä oppimateriaali on ohjeistukseksi uusille työntekijöille." "Käyttöohjeet on laadittu ohjeistukseksi käyttäjien avuksi." "Uudistuksen dokumentit on tarkoitettu ohjeistukseksi hallinnon suorittamiseen."

Etymology: The suffix -ksi marks a functional or purposive role, e.g., "tehtävänä" or "ohjeistukseksi," literally "to be used as guidance."

See also: ohjeistus, ohje, ohjeistaminen.