riadenie

Riadenie is a Slovak noun meaning the act or process of directing, governing, managing, or controlling resources, organizations, or systems. It derives from the verb riadiť, to direct or drive. The term is widely used across fields such as business administration, public governance, and engineering.

In management and administration, riadenie denotes activities associated with planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. It encompasses corporate management (riadenie podniku), financial management, human resources management, project management, and strategic planning. In the public sector, riadenie refers to governance and policy implementation, oversight, and performance evaluation.

In engineering and control theory, riadenie refers to a control system that manipulates a process variable to achieve a desired behavior, typically using feedback. This sense overlaps with regulation (regulácia) but is distinguished by a focus on the overall control structure, including sensors, actuators, and controllers. The term is common in discussions of automation, process control, and systems engineering.

Usage notes: riadenie as a noun is used to describe ongoing processes or disciplines. Related terms include riadiť (to direct), riadiaci systém (control system), and riadenie rizík (risk management). In related Slavic languages, cognates exist (for example, Czech řízení), reflecting similar notions of governance and control.