defined scope
[dɪˈfaɪnd skoʊp]
noun phrasepl: defined scopes
escopo definido
1. A clearly established and agreed-upon set of boundaries, objectives, and deliverables for a project, task, or agreement
The project manager established a defined scope to ensure all stakeholders understood the project boundaries.
O gerente de projeto estabeleceu um escopo definido para garantir que todas as partes interessadas compreendessem os limites do projeto.
2. In project management, the specific work that will be completed within a project
Without a defined scope, the project risks scope creep and budget overruns.
Sem um escopo definido, o projeto corre o risco de sofrer ampliação de escopo e estouros de orçamento.
3. The extent and limits of authority, responsibility, or work parameters
The consultant's defined scope includes market analysis but excludes implementation.
O escopo definido do consultor inclui análise de mercado, mas exclui a implementação.
This term is widely used in Brazilian and American corporate, project management, and software development industries. In Brazil, particularly in tech hubs like São Paulo, clear scope definition is increasingly emphasized to avoid the common problem of 'scope creep.' The concept reflects international best practices in project management and is essential in formal business agreements.
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