noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
bottom-up approach; on-the-spot decision-making; hands-on approach
A management or policy principle that emphasizes direct observation and decision-making at the actual workplace (現場) rather than relying solely on top-down instructions or remote analysis.
当社は現場主義を重視し、社員が自ら現場で判断することを奨励している。
Our company values a hands-on approach and encourages employees to make decisions on the spot.
現場主義の経営方針が、迅速な問題解決につながった。
The on-the-spot decision-making policy led to quick problem-solving.
Compound of 現場 (げんば, 'actual site, workplace') and 主義 (しゅぎ, 'principle, doctrine'). The term likely emerged in business and management contexts in the late 20th century.