Archives: Glossary Terms

A description of an organization’s desired future state and long-term aspirations, often more abstract and far-reaching than its mission statement.

The structured, collaborative process of developing and refining an organization’s vision statement, typically involving input and engagement from a diverse group of stakeholders. The visioning process may include activities such as brainstorming, stakeholder analysis, and scenario planning.

Facilitated sessions that bring together key stakeholders to generate ideas, insights, and alignment around an organization’s future vision. Visioning workshops often use a variety of creative and collaborative techniques to encourage bold thinking and build consensus.

A technology used to track and monitor the usage of a physical location while providing temporary credentials.

A sacrificial structure placed under concrete slabs or foundations to create space that prevents soil expansion from exerting pressure on the structure.

Organic chemicals that have a high vapor pressure at ordinary room temperature, many of which have short- and long-term adverse health effects.