inefficient processes
[ɪnɪˈfɪʃənt ˈprɑːsɛsɪz]
noun phrase
processos ineficientes
1. Systems, procedures, or methods that do not achieve maximum productivity or effectiveness with the resources available; operations that waste time, money, or effort
The company identified several inefficient processes that were slowing down production.
A empresa identificou vários processos ineficientes que estavam retardando a produção.
2. Business operations that fail to deliver optimal results or consume more resources than necessary to accomplish a goal
Automating inefficient processes can significantly reduce operational costs.
Automatizar processos ineficientes pode reduzir significativamente os custos operacionais.
In Brazilian business culture, addressing 'processos ineficientes' is a key focus of organizational development and modernization, particularly in manufacturing and service sectors. The phrase reflects the corporate emphasis on productivity and continuous improvement (melhoria contínua). In the USA, inefficient processes are often discussed within the framework of lean management and Six Sigma methodologies, reflecting a culture of optimization and performance metrics.
NYC Slang
bottlenecks / red tape
Related Idioms & Phrases
cutting through the red tape
streamlining the workflow
eliminating the bottleneck
tightening up operations
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