planeerimiseni

Planeerimiseni is an Estonian term used in project-related contexts to denote the phase up to the planning stage. It refers to the period in which a problem is clarified, goals are set, alternatives are evaluated, and the base for a formal plan is prepared, but before detailed design or implementation begins. The expression is formed from planeerimine (planning) and the suffix -ni meaning "up to" or "until".

In practice, planeerimiseni encompasses activities such as stakeholder identification, needs assessment, feasibility studies, high-level scope definition, risk assessment, and the preparation of a project brief or business case. The outputs typically include a preliminary budget, timelines, and a decision point for proceeding to detailed planning. Completing planeerimiseni does not guarantee project approval, but it provides the information needed for governance bodies to decide whether to continue.

Relation to project lifecycle: The term emphasizes the preparatory nature of this stage and its role as a bridge between ideation and execution. Depending on the domain, the exact scope of planeerimiseni can vary, but the common goal is to reduce uncertainty and align stakeholders before committing substantial resources.

Common domains include urban planning, architecture, infrastructure, and software or product development, where transparent early planning is essential for feasibility and value realization.