joined-up thinking

noun

UK /ˌdʒɔɪnd ʌp ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

US /ˌdʒɔɪnd ʌp ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

Thinking that connects ideas together so you can solve a problem.

The team used joined-up thinking to fix the broken playground.

SYNONYMS

joined-up approach integrated thinking coordinated planning holistic thinking connected reasoning

RELATED WORDS

teamwork problem-solving coordination strategy collaboration

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A way of planning where different groups work together instead of separately.

The city needs joined-up thinking between schools and hospitals.

3. Clear, logical thinking that links causes and effects.

Her joined-up thinking helped her spot the mistake quickly.

4. Working in a coordinated way across departments or teams.

Joined-up thinking saved the company time and money.