generic technology
[jəˈnerɪk tekˈnɑːlədʒi]
nounpl: generic technologies
tecnologia genérica
1. Technology that is widely applicable across multiple industries, sectors, or applications rather than being specialized for a single purpose
The internet is considered a generic technology because it can be used by virtually any business or individual.
A internet é considerada uma tecnologia genérica porque pode ser usada por praticamente qualquer empresa ou indivíduo.
2. A technological innovation or tool with broad-based utility that creates spillover effects across the economy
Artificial intelligence is being developed as a generic technology with applications in healthcare, finance, and manufacturing.
A inteligência artificial está sendo desenvolvida como uma tecnologia genérica com aplicações em saúde, finanças e manufatura.
3. Technology that does not rely on proprietary or specialized knowledge and can be readily adopted by multiple organizations
Cloud computing has emerged as a generic technology that companies of all sizes can implement.
A computação em nuvem emergiu como uma tecnologia genérica que empresas de todos os tamanhos podem implementar.
The term 'generic technology' is primarily used in academic, business, and economic policy discussions in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it gained prominence during digital transformation initiatives and technology policy debates. The concept is important in discussions about technological democratization and economic growth, particularly when analyzing how technologies like the internet, electricity, and AI have reshaped entire economies.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a technology that cuts across industries
a widely deployable technology
technology with broad applicability
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