The term mise en place (roughly translated from French as “put in place”) comes from the culinary world and refers to the careful preparation that goes into setting the physical (and mental) space prior to the actual work of cooking. This means making sure that the tools and ingredients you’ll need are easily at hand, the kitchen is clean and safe for use, and you’ve thought ahead to the end of the recipe to ensure that nothing unexpected will stop you once you’ve started.

— Making Music: 74 Creative Strategies for Electronic Music Producers by Dennis DeSantis