taustatöö
Taustatöö is an Estonian term referring to work that provides background information, context, or support for a project, report, or decision. It consists of preparatory and confirmatory activities carried out behind the scenes and is often complemented by the visible frontline work.
In journalism and media, taustatöö describes fact-finding, source verification, and gathering contextual material that informs reporting.
Effective taustatöö relies on systematic methods: clear planning, thorough data collection, careful documentation, and critical appraisal
The term is used primarily in Estonian-language contexts and is often translated as background work or background