'process-focused' originates from the combination of 'process' and 'focused', where 'process' refers to a series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular end, and 'focused' means concentrated on a particular point or task.

'process' comes from the Latin word 'processus', meaning 'progression, course', and 'focused' is derived from the Latin 'focus', meaning 'hearth, fireplace'.

Initially, 'process' referred to a series of actions, and 'focused' meant concentrated. Together, they evolved to emphasize the importance of the method over the result.