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chain of command structure

[/tʃeɪn əv kəˈmɑːnd ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: chains of command structure
estrutura de cadeia de comando
1. The hierarchical arrangement of authority in an organization where orders flow from superior to subordinate through a sequence of ranks or levels
The military established a clear chain of command structure to ensure proper communication during operations.
O exército estabeleceu uma clara estrutura de cadeia de comando para garantir uma comunicação apropriada durante as operações.
2. The system of reporting relationships that defines who reports to whom in an organization
Understanding the chain of command structure is essential for new employees to know whom to approach with issues.
Compreender a estrutura de cadeia de comando é essencial para que novos funcionários saibam a quem recorrer com problemas.
Synonyms
hierarchyorganizational structurereporting structureline of authoritycommand hierarchy
Antonyms
flat structurehorizontal organizationegalitarian structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura de cadeia de comando
Most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
estrutura hierárquica de comando
Often used in corporate and business contexts
Portugal
estrutura de cadeia de comando
Formal usage, commonly used in military and organizational contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

up the chain of command
down the chain of command
break the chain of command
follow the chain of command
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