outline; guidelines; main points
Refers to a structured summary of essential points, often used for official plans, policies, or proposals. More formal than 概要 (がいよう).
Compile the outline of the new system.
会議でプロジェクトの要綱を説明した。
I explained the project guidelines at the meeting.
The city drew up guidelines for urban development.
This project will proceed based on the new guidelines.
The board of education established new guidelines.
The contractor submitted the documents in accordance with the bidding guidelines.