prinsippsamling

Prinsippsamling is a term used in Swedish and Norwegian to describe a curated set of fundamental principles that guide decisions, actions, and practices within an organization, field, or project. The word combines prinsipp, meaning principle, with samling, meaning collection, and it denotes more than a mere list of rules: it is a normative framework intended to align behavior and judgments with shared values.

Purpose and scope are central to a prinsippsamling. It aims to provide clear guidance for prioritizing choices, communicating expectations to stakeholders, and enabling consistent evaluation of outcomes. A prinsippsamling typically clarifies the domain it applies to, the target audience, and how principles should be interpreted in practice. It may also outline processes for updating the collection as circumstances change.

Structure and content are usually concise. A prinsippsamling lists a small number of core principles, often accompanied by brief rationales, examples of application, and notes on applicability or exceptions. Some versions include governance details such as ownership, review frequency, and how feedback is incorporated.

Applications are broad. In public policy or governance, a prinsippsamling might guide legislation design and implementation. In business or product development, it can shape strategy, design principles, ethics, and quality standards. In research or academia, it may articulate methodological principles and standards of rigor.

Relation to similar concepts varies; a prinsippsamling can overlap with a credo, charter, mission statement, or code of ethics, but emphasizes actionable principles intended to steer everyday decisions.