developing problem

[dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ ˈprɑbləm]
noun phrasepl: developing problems
problema em desenvolvimento
1. An issue or difficulty that is emerging, growing, or becoming more apparent over time
The company is facing a developing problem with their supply chain management.
A empresa está enfrentando um problema em desenvolvimento com sua gestão de cadeia de suprimentos.
2. A situation that is progressing negatively and requires attention before it becomes critical
There's a developing problem with the software that needs to be addressed immediately.
Há um problema em desenvolvimento com o software que precisa ser abordado imediatamente.
3. An emerging issue in a process, system, or relationship that is still unfolding
We identified a developing problem in the client relationship early on.
Identificamos um problema em desenvolvimento no relacionamento com o cliente no início.
In Brazilian business culture, identifying and addressing 'problemas em desenvolvimento' early is seen as a sign of good management and proactivity. In the USA, this phrase is commonly used in corporate environments, software development, and project management contexts to emphasize the importance of early intervention before a situation escalates.
NYC Slang
an issue that's blowing up or brewing
Synonyms / Sinônimos
emerging problemgrowing issueescalating difficultyincipient problemburgeoning concern
Antonyms / Antônimos
resolved issuesolved problemaddressed concernfixed difficulty

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
problema em desenvolvimento
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
problema emergente
More common in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
problema que está crescendo
Colloquial expression emphasizing growth
Portugal
problema em curso
Portuguese preference for 'em curso' rather than 'em desenvolvimento'

Related Words

problem-solvingissue managementcrisis preventiontroubleshootingmitigation strategy

Related Idioms & Phrases

nip it in the bud
trouble on the horizon
storm brewing
can of worms opening up
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