General
Stand up
To establish and make operational.
Plain English
Create and start running something new: a team, a service, a process.
If you’re new here
Distinct from the daily 'stand-up' meeting in agile teams. Context tells you which is meant.
What they probably mean
“Build this from nothing, starting now.”
Interpretation offered as humour, not authoritative guidance.
Bureaucracy level
Complex · 4/5
How much government-speak this phrase carries. Playful indicator, not a judgement of anyone using it.
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Important
GC Simplified is an independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of Canada, and it does not provide official advice. Plain language is an interpretation, and interpretations can be wrong. Always verify against the source and your organization’s own guidance before acting.