Vague specifications
[veɪg ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz]
noun phrase
especificações vagas
1. Unclear, imprecise, or poorly defined requirements or detailed descriptions of something, typically in technical, legal, or project contexts
The project failed because the client provided vague specifications about what they wanted.
O projeto fracassou porque o cliente forneceu especificações vagas sobre o que queria.
2. Requirements that lack clarity regarding exact parameters, measurements, standards, or expectations
Vague specifications can lead to misunderstandings between developers and stakeholders.
Especificações vagas podem levar a mal-entendidos entre desenvolvedores e partes interessadas.
3. Insufficient detail in written or stated requirements that make implementation difficult or ambiguous
The contract contained vague specifications that resulted in legal disputes.
O contrato continha especificações vagas que resultaram em disputas legais.
In both Brazilian and American business cultures, vague specifications are a common source of project delays and disputes. In tech industries in São Paulo and Silicon Valley alike, the emphasis on detailed specification documents has grown due to agile methodologies and the need for clear communication between remote teams. This phrase is frequently used in meetings and emails to highlight communication failures.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy specs
Related Idioms & Phrases
to leave specifications open to interpretation
to nail down the specifications
crystal clear specifications
specifications are all over the place
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