hard transition
[/hɑrd trænˈzɪʃən/]
nounpl: hard transitions
transição difícil
1. A difficult or abrupt change from one state, condition, or situation to another, often involving significant challenges, resistance, or discomfort
The company faced a hard transition when moving from analog to digital systems.
A empresa enfrentou uma transição difícil ao migrar de sistemas analógicos para digitais.
2. In technology or film, an abrupt cut or switch between scenes or states without gradual blending
The editor used a hard transition instead of a fade between the two video clips.
O editor usou uma transição abrupta em vez de um fade entre os dois clipes de vídeo.
3. A sudden shift in policy, management, or strategy that causes disruption or instability
The hard transition in leadership style created confusion among employees.
A transição abrupta no estilo de liderança criou confusão entre os funcionários.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'hard transition' is commonly used in corporate environments, education, and technology sectors to describe challenging organizational changes. In Brazil, the phrase reflects the cultural appreciation for emphasizing difficulties candidly, while in the USA it's frequently used in business literature and change management discussions.
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