controlled deviation
[kənˈtroʊld ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən]
nounpl: controlled deviations
desvio controlado
1. A deliberate or intentional departure from a planned course, standard, or expected behavior that is managed and regulated within acceptable limits
The pilot made a controlled deviation from the flight plan to avoid bad weather.
O piloto fez um desvio controlado do plano de voo para evitar o mau tempo.
2. In quality control and manufacturing, a measured variance from specifications that remains within tolerable parameters
The production team approved a controlled deviation in the material thickness as it fell within acceptable tolerances.
A equipe de produção aprovou um desvio controlado na espessura do material, pois ficou dentro das tolerâncias aceitáveis.
3. In project management, an approved change or variance from the baseline plan that is tracked and managed
The project manager documented the controlled deviation from the original timeline due to unforeseen circumstances.
O gerente de projeto documentou o desvio controlado do cronograma original devido a circunstâncias imprevistas.
This is a technical term primarily used in professional contexts such as aviation, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. In Brazilian business culture, documentation of controlled deviations is important for compliance and quality assurance. The term reflects a modern management approach that recognizes flexibility while maintaining standards.
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