existing procedures
[ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ prəˈsiːdʒərz]
noun phrase
procedimentos existentes
1. Established or current methods, processes, or protocols that are already in place within an organization or system
The company decided to follow existing procedures rather than implement new changes.
A empresa decidiu seguir os procedimentos existentes em vez de implementar novas mudanças.
2. Administrative or operational processes that have been previously established and are currently being used
We must comply with all existing procedures outlined in the employee handbook.
Devemos estar em conformidade com todos os procedimentos existentes descritos no manual do funcionário.
In Brazilian corporate and administrative contexts, 'procedimentos existentes' is commonly used in formal documentation and organizational communications. The phrase reflects an emphasis on institutional order and compliance, which is important in both Brazilian and American business cultures. In Portugal, the emphasis on 'em vigor' (in effect) may be slightly more formal and legalistic.
Related Idioms & Phrases
by the book (following existing procedures)
stick to the existing procedures
maintain existing procedures
deviate from existing procedures
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