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gap analysis

[/ɡæp əˈnæl.ɪ.sɪs/]
nounpl: gap analyses
análise de lacunas
1. A systematic method of comparing actual performance or current state with desired performance or future state to identify differences and areas for improvement
The company conducted a gap analysis to identify the skills missing in their workforce.
A empresa realizou uma análise de lacunas para identificar as competências ausentes em sua força de trabalho.
2. A business process that helps determine what steps need to be taken to move from a current condition to a desired future condition
Gap analysis revealed that we need to invest in new technology to meet our strategic goals.
A análise de lacunas revelou que precisamos investir em novas tecnologias para atingir nossos objetivos estratégicos.
Synonyms
needs analysisperformance gap analysiscapability assessmentdiscrepancy analysis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
análise de lacunas
Most common term in business and management contexts
São Paulo
análise de gaps
Often used alongside or instead of 'análise de lacunas' in corporate environments
Portugal
análise de lacunas
Standard term in Portuguese business terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

bridge the gap
identify the gaps
close the gap
narrow the gap
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