focused scope
[/ˈfoʊkəst skoʊp/]
nounpl: focused scopes
escopo focado
1. A well-defined, narrowed area of concentration or attention in a project, study, or analysis
The project manager established a focused scope to ensure the team completed deliverables on time.
O gerente de projeto estabeleceu um escopo focado para garantir que a equipe entregasse os resultados no prazo.
2. In project management, a clearly defined set of goals and boundaries that prevents scope creep
With a focused scope, the software development team avoided unnecessary feature additions.
Com um escopo focado, a equipe de desenvolvimento de software evitou adições desnecessárias de funcionalidades.
3. A concentrated field of study or research with specific parameters and limitations
The researcher maintained a focused scope by limiting the study to participants under 30 years old.
O pesquisador manteve um escopo focado limitando o estudo a participantes menores de 30 anos.
This is a technical term widely used in Brazilian and American business environments, particularly in IT, engineering, and project management sectors. In Brazil, it's commonly used in corporate settings influenced by English-speaking practices. The concept reflects the importance of clear planning and boundary-setting in professional projects.
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