broad plan

[/brɔːd plæn/]
nounpl: broad plans
plano amplo
1. A general outline or strategy that covers main points without detailed specifications; an overview of intended actions or goals
The company presented a broad plan for expanding into new markets over the next five years.
A empresa apresentou um plano amplo para expandir para novos mercados nos próximos cinco anos.
2. A comprehensive scheme or framework that addresses multiple areas or aspects of a project
The government released a broad plan to address climate change and reduce emissions.
O governo divulgou um plano amplo para enfrentar as mudanças climáticas e reduzir emissões.
In Brazilian business culture, presenting a 'plano amplo' is common in initial strategy meetings before detailed planning occurs. In the USA, this term is frequently used in corporate, governmental, and academic settings to indicate a vision-level strategy that will be refined later. Both cultures value having a broad plan as a foundation before moving to specific implementation details.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
general planoverviewoutlineframeworkstrategymaster plancomprehensive plan
Antonyms / Antônimos
detailed planspecific plannarrow plandetailed blueprint

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
plano amplo
Most common usage in business and governmental contexts
Brazil
plano geral
Alternative translation emphasizing general scope
Brazil
esboço de plano
Used when emphasizing the preliminary nature
Portugal
plano geral
Preferred term in European Portuguese contexts

Related Words

strategic planaction planblueprintroadmapschemeproposalagenda

Related Idioms & Phrases

stick to the broad plan
have a broad plan in place
outline a broad plan
follow the broad plan
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