duty distribution

[/ˈduːti dɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/]
nounpl: duty distributions
distribuição de tarefas
1. The allocation or assignment of responsibilities and tasks among team members or employees
The manager created a duty distribution chart to ensure all projects were covered.
O gerente criou um gráfico de distribuição de tarefas para garantir que todos os projetos fossem cobertos.
2. The act of dividing work or responsibilities according to skill, availability, or organizational structure
Proper duty distribution is essential for maximizing team efficiency.
A distribuição adequada de tarefas é essencial para maximizar a eficiência da equipe.
3. In customs and trade, the allocation of tariffs or taxes among imported goods
The duty distribution on imported materials affects the final product cost.
A distribuição de impostos sobre materiais importados afeta o custo final do produto.
In Brazilian corporate culture, duty distribution is often managed through formal hierarchies and meeting structures. In the United States, it tends to be more flexible and project-based. Both contexts emphasize the importance of clear communication to avoid confusion about who is responsible for what task.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
task allocationresponsibility assignmentwork distributionduty assignmentjob distribution
Antonyms / Antônimos
duty concentrationtask consolidationcentralized responsibility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
distribuição de tarefas
Most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
distribuição de responsabilidades
Often preferred in corporate settings
São Paulo
alocação de tarefas
Anglicism commonly used in business and corporate environments
Portugal
distribuição de funções
Portuguese variant using 'funções' instead of 'tarefas'

Related Words

workloadtask managementorganizational structuredelegationresponsibility

Related Idioms & Phrases

divide and conquer
share the load
spread the work around
cada um com sua tarefa
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