business conflict
[/ˈbɪznəs ˈkɑːnflɪkt/]
nounpl: business conflicts
conflito comercial / conflito de negócios
1. A disagreement or dispute between parties in a commercial or corporate context, involving competing interests, resources, or objectives
The business conflict between the two companies over market territory lasted for two years.
O conflito comercial entre as duas empresas sobre o território de mercado durou dois anos.
2. Internal organizational disputes involving disagreements between departments, management and employees, or different business units
A business conflict arose between the sales and marketing departments regarding budget allocation.
Um conflito de negócios surgiu entre os departamentos de vendas e marketing sobre alocação de orçamento.
3. A situation where business interests or goals are at odds with each other or with ethical considerations
The CEO faced a business conflict between profitability and environmental responsibility.
O CEO enfrentou um conflito comercial entre lucratividade e responsabilidade ambiental.
In Brazilian business culture, addressing business conflicts directly and transparently is increasingly valued, especially in larger multinational corporations. However, relationship-building (relacionamento) often precedes formal conflict resolution. In the USA, there is typically more emphasis on structured dispute resolution procedures, mediation, and legal frameworks. In Portugal, the approach tends to be more hierarchical and formalized through official channels.
Related Idioms & Phrases
caught in the crossfire of a business conflict
resolve a business conflict
escalate a business conflict
bury the hatchet in a business conflict
a conflict of interest in business
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