bottlenecks
[/ˈbɑːtəlnɛks/]
noun/verbpl: bottlenecks
gargalos
1. A point of congestion or blockage that slows down or prevents progress in a system or process
Traffic bottlenecks on the highway caused major delays during rush hour.
Os gargalos de trânsito na rodovia causaram grandes atrasos na hora do pico.
2. A limiting factor that restricts the capacity or efficiency of a process or system
The lack of skilled workers is a bottleneck in our production process.
A falta de trabalhadores qualificados é um gargalo em nosso processo de produção.
3. The narrow part of a bottle where the neck is constricted
Be careful not to grip the bottleneck too tightly or you might break the glass.
Tenha cuidado para não apertar o gargalo muito forte ou você pode quebrar o vidro.
4. (verb) To create or experience a bottleneck; to restrict or slow down progress
Poor communication bottlenecks the team's productivity.
A falta de comunicação cria um gargalo na produtividade da equipe.
In Brazilian business culture, 'gargalos' is widely used in corporate environments, particularly in discussions about production, logistics, and process improvement. The term has become increasingly common in tech startups and manufacturing sectors. In the USA, bottlenecks are frequently discussed in context of supply chain management, traffic infrastructure, and software development. The metaphor is universal and understood across both cultures.
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