implicit need
[ɪˈmplɪsɪt niːd]
nounpl: implicit needs
necessidade implícita
1. A need that is not directly stated or expressed but can be inferred from context, behavior, or circumstances
The customer's implicit need for faster service was evident from their complaints about waiting times.
A necessidade implícita do cliente por um serviço mais rápido era evidente nas reclamações sobre o tempo de espera.
2. In marketing and consumer research, an unspoken or underlying requirement that influences purchasing decisions
Understanding implicit needs helps companies develop products that truly satisfy customers beyond stated requirements.
Compreender necessidades implícitas ajuda as empresas a desenvolver produtos que realmente satisfazem clientes além dos requisitos declarados.
3. In psychology and behavioral analysis, a motivation or requirement that is not consciously acknowledged by the individual
Her implicit need for recognition drove her to work harder, even though she never explicitly mentioned it.
Sua necessidade implícita de reconhecimento a motivou a trabalhar mais, embora nunca a tivesse mencionado explicitamente.
The concept of 'implicit need' is particularly important in modern business culture, especially in the USA and Brazil where customer-centric approaches dominate. Brazilian companies increasingly focus on understanding implicit needs as part of developing competitive advantages. The term reflects a shift from product-focused to consumer-focused marketing strategies across both cultures.
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