capability demonstration

[kəˈpæbɪləti ˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃən]
nounpl: capability demonstrations
demonstração de capacidade
1. A presentation or exhibition designed to show the abilities, features, or potential of a person, organization, product, or system
The tech company organized a capability demonstration to showcase their new software platform to potential investors.
A empresa de tecnologia organizou uma demonstração de capacidade para mostrar sua nova plataforma de software aos possíveis investidores.
2. A practical display of competence or skill in a specific area or domain
The military held a capability demonstration to display the effectiveness of their new defense systems.
O exército realizou uma demonstração de capacidade para exibir a eficácia de seus novos sistemas de defesa.
3. Evidence or proof that a particular objective or performance requirement can be achieved
Before full deployment, a capability demonstration was required to prove the system's reliability.
Antes da implantação total, uma demonstração de capacidade foi necessária para comprovar a confiabilidade do sistema.
This term is widely used in corporate, technological, and military contexts in both the United States and Brazil. In the US, it's common in venture capital pitch meetings and product launches. In Brazil, it's frequently used in government procurement processes and corporate presentations. The term reflects a business culture that values evidence-based decision making and risk mitigation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
proof of conceptperformance demonstrationcapabilities showcaseproof of capabilitycompetency exhibition
Antonyms / Antônimos
failureinability demonstrationincompetence display

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstração de capacidade
Standard term used in business, technology, and military contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
demonstração de capacidade / demonstração de competência
Commonly used in corporate and industrial sectors; sometimes alternated with 'demonstração de competência'
Rio de Janeiro
demonstração de capacidade / exibição de capacidade
Both terms used; 'exibição' slightly more colloquial
Portugal
demonstração de capacidade / demonstração de competência
Standard usage; Portuguese variant maintains similar terminology

Related Words

capabilitydemonstrationproof of conceptshowcasepresentationperformance testprototypefeasibility study

Related Idioms & Phrases

showcase one's capabilities
put something to the test
demonstrate one's mettle
show what one is made of
prove one's worth
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