industry transition

[/ˈɪndəstri trænˈzɪʃən/]
nounpl: industry transitions
transição industrial
1. The process of transforming an economic sector or business from one operational model, technology, or market structure to another
The automotive industry transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles is reshaping the global economy.
A transição industrial do setor automotivo de motores de combustão interna para veículos elétricos está reformulando a economia global.
2. A shift in an industry's workforce, skills, or infrastructure to adapt to new technologies or market demands
The coal industry transition requires retraining programs for workers in affected regions.
A transição industrial do setor de carvão requer programas de reciclagem para trabalhadores em regiões afetadas.
3. The structural change of an entire economic sector during periods of significant innovation or policy reform
The manufacturing industry transition to Industry 4.0 involves automation and data integration.
A transição industrial do setor manufatureiro para a Indústria 4.0 envolve automação e integração de dados.
In Brazil, 'transição industrial' is frequently discussed in policy debates regarding manufacturing hubs like São Paulo and Minas Gerais, especially regarding sustainability and green energy. In the USA and English-speaking contexts, this term gained prominence during discussions of the 'just transition' movement, addressing job losses in traditional industries while promoting new economic opportunities. The concept is central to climate policy discussions globally.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sectoral shiftindustrial transformationeconomic restructuringindustry shifttechnological transition
Antonyms / Antônimos
industrial stagnationstatus quomarket stability

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
transição industrial
Most common term used in academic and policy contexts
São Paulo
transição setorial
Alternative term used in business and industrial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
transformação industrial
Variant emphasizing transformation aspect
Portugal
transição industrial
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, used in EU policy discussions

Related Words

digital transformationeconomic restructuringworkforce retrainingtechnological disruptionsustainable developmentenergy transitionjust transition

Related Idioms & Phrases

riding the wave of change
pivoting to a new market
shifting gears
transforming on the fly
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