discretionary project
[dɪˈskreʃəneri ˈprɑːdʒekt]
nounpl: discretionary projects
projeto discricionário
1. A project or initiative that is optional and not mandatory, typically approved or funded based on available resources and management discretion rather than being required by law, contract, or essential business operations
The company decided to defer the discretionary project to focus on core operations during the economic downturn.
A empresa decidiu adiar o projeto discricionário para se concentrar nas operações essenciais durante a recessão econômica.
2. In budgeting and project management, a project whose implementation depends on available funds after mandatory expenses are covered
Discretionary projects are often the first to be cut when a budget is reduced.
Projetos discricionários são frequentemente os primeiros a serem cortados quando um orçamento é reduzido.
In both Brazilian and American corporate culture, discretionary projects are frequently discussed in budget planning meetings and financial reviews. During economic recessions or company difficulties, these projects are typically suspended to preserve cash flow. The term is particularly prevalent in multinational corporations operating in Brazil, where project management vocabulary is heavily influenced by English business terminology.
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