samskapats
Samskapats is a Swedish term used to describe something that has been co-created through a collaborative process involving multiple stakeholders, such as users, customers, designers, policymakers, and community representatives. The expression is typically applied to products, services, policies, or knowledge developed through inclusive participation, shared design, and iterative feedback.
Etymology and usage: The word derives from sam- (together) and skap- (creation) with the suffix -ats indicating
Context and adoption: The concept is rooted in participatory design and co-creation approaches that emerged in
Approaches and methods: Methods commonly employed include co-design workshops, multi-stakeholder forums, living labs, rapid prototyping, and
Benefits and challenges: Proponents argue that samskapats can lead to more relevant solutions, higher legitimacy, and
See also: co-creation, participatory design, collaborative governance, user involvement.