external guidelines

[ɪkˈstɜːrnəl ˈɡaɪdlaɪnz]
nounpl: external guidelines
diretrizes externas
1. rules, standards, or instructions established by an outside organization or authority that must be followed
The company must comply with external guidelines set by the regulatory body.
A empresa deve cumprir as diretrizes externas estabelecidas pelo órgão regulador.
2. recommendations or best practices provided by external sources to guide decision-making or procedures
We followed the external guidelines provided by the industry association.
Seguimos as diretrizes externas fornecidas pela associação industrial.
3. documented standards from outside entities regarding operational, legal, or ethical requirements
External guidelines from the government require annual audits.
As diretrizes externas do governo exigem auditorias anuais.
In Brazil, 'diretrizes externas' is commonly used in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and institutional contexts. The term reflects the importance of adhering to standards set by government agencies, international organizations, and industry bodies. In the USA, 'external guidelines' are frequently referenced in legal, healthcare, and financial sectors where compliance is mandatory and monitored.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
external standardsoutside regulationsthird-party guidelinesexternal requirementsimposed guidelines
Antonyms / Antônimos
internal guidelinesinternal policiesself-imposed standardsin-house rules

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
diretrizes externas
standard term used in formal business and regulatory contexts
São Paulo
diretrizes externas / normas externas
commonly used in corporate and financial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
diretrizes externas
standard usage in government and administrative contexts
Portugal
directrizes externas / linhas de orientação externas
slightly different terminology preference; 'linhas de orientação' also used for guidelines

Related Words

complianceregulatory standardsbest practicesprocedurespoliciesrequirementsstandards

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow external guidelines to the letter
in line with external guidelines
adhere to external guidelines
external guidelines dictate
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