discontinuous workflow
[dɪs.kən'tɪn.ju.əs 'wɜrk.floʊ]
nounpl: discontinuous workflows
fluxo de trabalho descontínuo
1. A work process characterized by interruptions, gaps, or breaks in the sequence of tasks, where work is not continuous or uninterrupted
The discontinuous workflow of the project was caused by frequent client feedback cycles and resource unavailability.
O fluxo de trabalho descontínuo do projeto foi causado por ciclos frequentes de feedback do cliente e indisponibilidade de recursos.
2. A production or operational system where tasks are performed in separate, non-consecutive periods rather than in a single continuous stream
The manufacturing plant operates with a discontinuous workflow, producing batches with downtime between cycles.
A planta de fabricação opera com um fluxo de trabalho descontínuo, produzindo lotes com tempo de inatividade entre ciclos.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian corporate and manufacturing sectors, particularly in discussions about process improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives. In the US and international business contexts, the term reflects concerns about productivity and efficiency, often appearing in project management and software development discussions.
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