centralize operations
[SEN-truh-lyz op-uh-RAY-shunz]
verb phrase
centralizar operações
1. to consolidate business processes, decision-making, or management functions into a single location or authority
The company decided to centralize operations by moving all departments to the headquarters in São Paulo.
A empresa decidiu centralizar operações transferindo todos os departamentos para a sede em São Paulo.
2. to streamline workflows by bringing scattered functions under unified control
To reduce costs, we will centralize operations across all regional offices.
Para reduzir custos, vamos centralizar operações em todos os escritórios regionais.
3. to establish a single command center or hub for managing distributed activities
The logistics company decided to centralize operations to improve efficiency.
A empresa de logística decidiu centralizar operações para melhorar a eficiência.
This term is widely used in Brazilian corporate environments, particularly in larger organizations and multinational companies. In Brazil, centralization of operations is often seen as a cost-cutting and efficiency measure, especially in competitive markets. In the USA, the trend has shifted toward decentralization and agile management, though centralization remains relevant in traditional industries and crisis management situations.
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