cost model

[/kɔst ˈmɑdəl/]
nounpl: cost models
modelo de custo
1. A structured representation or framework that estimates, calculates, or predicts the costs associated with a business process, project, product, or service
The company developed a cost model to understand the expenses involved in manufacturing each unit.
A empresa desenvolveu um modelo de custo para entender as despesas envolvidas na fabricação de cada unidade.
2. In software and cloud computing, a pricing structure that defines how costs are calculated based on resource usage or consumption
AWS uses a pay-as-you-go cost model for its cloud services.
A AWS usa um modelo de custo de pagamento conforme o uso para seus serviços em nuvem.
3. A mathematical or computational framework used to forecast and manage project budgets and resource allocation
The project manager implemented a new cost model to improve budget accuracy.
O gerente de projeto implementou um novo modelo de custo para melhorar a precisão do orçamento.
Cost models are fundamental in Brazilian and American business environments, particularly in finance, software development, and project management. In Brazil, companies increasingly adopt cost models for cloud services and digital transformation initiatives. The term is widely used in corporate meetings, financial planning, and technology discussions in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
pricing modelcost structureexpense modelcost estimation framework
Antonyms / Antônimos
revenue modelprofit model

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
modelo de custo
Standard term used in business, finance, and technology contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
modelo de custo
Common in corporate and financial sectors; also used as 'estrutura de custo'
Rio de Janeiro
modelo de custo
Standard usage in business environments
Portugal
modelo de custo
Identical terminology; also used as 'estrutura de custos' in some contexts

Related Words

cost analysiscost estimationpricing strategybudget forecastingcost accountingtotal cost of ownershipcost-benefit analysis

Related Idioms & Phrases

break-even cost model
tiered cost model
flat-rate cost model
variable cost model
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