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focused program

[ˈfoʊkəst ˈproʊɡræm]
nounpl: focused programs
programa focado
1. A structured plan or initiative designed with a specific objective or target in mind, concentrating resources and efforts on predetermined goals
The university launched a focused program to improve student retention rates.
A universidade lançou um programa focado para melhorar as taxas de retenção de alunos.
2. A software application or computing initiative that is streamlined to perform specific functions without extraneous features
The company developed a focused program for inventory management.
A empresa desenvolveu um programa focado para gestão de inventário.
Synonyms
targeted programconcentrated initiativespecialized programgoal-oriented program
Antonyms
general programbroad initiativeunfocused programscattered approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
programa focado
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
programa focado
Standard usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
programa direcionado
Alternative usage, more common in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep your eyes on the prize
stay on target
cut to the chase
get down to brass tacks
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