database neglect
[/ˈdeɪtəbeɪs nɪˈɡlekt/]
nounpl: database neglects
negligência de banco de dados
1. The failure to properly maintain, update, monitor, or manage a database system, resulting in data degradation, security vulnerabilities, or system inefficiency
The company suffered from database neglect, leading to outdated records and security breaches.
A empresa sofreu com a negligência de banco de dados, resultando em registros desatualizados e violações de segurança.
2. Insufficient attention to database administration tasks such as backups, indexing, optimization, or access control
Database neglect caused the system to slow down significantly during peak hours.
A negligência de banco de dados causou a lentidão significativa do sistema durante as horas de pico.
This is primarily a technical term used in IT and business contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian companies, database neglect is often addressed through IT governance frameworks and compliance standards. The term is increasingly important in corporate culture as data protection regulations become stricter.
Related Idioms & Phrases
letting the database go to pot
falling behind on database maintenance
turning a blind eye to database issues
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