contingency plans
[kən-ˈtin-jən-sē plænz]
nounpl: contingency plans
planos de contingência
1. alternative strategies or courses of action prepared in advance to be implemented if unexpected events or circumstances occur
The company developed contingency plans in case of a natural disaster.
A empresa desenvolveu planos de contingência em caso de desastre natural.
2. backup arrangements designed to maintain business continuity or operational effectiveness during emergencies
We need contingency plans for power outages and data breaches.
Precisamos de planos de contingência para apagões e vazamentos de dados.
3. predetermined actions or procedures to mitigate risks and handle unforeseen challenges
Military forces always have contingency plans for various scenarios.
As forças militares sempre têm planos de contingência para vários cenários.
Contingency planning is a critical business practice in both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, particularly emphasized in multinational companies, government agencies, and large organizations. In Brazil, contingency planning has become increasingly important in recent years due to economic volatility and infrastructure challenges. In the USA, it is a standard requirement for business continuity and disaster recovery planning, especially post-9/11 and following natural disasters.
NYC Slang
Plan B or backup plan
Related Idioms & Phrases
have a Plan B
prepare for the worst
hope for the best, plan for the worst
be prepared for all eventualities
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