initial standard
[ɪˈnɪʃəl ˈstændərd]
nounpl: initial standards
padrão inicial
1. The first or starting benchmark, criterion, or level of quality established as a reference point for comparison or evaluation
The initial standard for the project was set at 95% accuracy.
O padrão inicial do projeto foi estabelecido em 95% de precisão.
2. A baseline measurement or specification from which future improvements or changes are measured
We need to establish an initial standard before implementing any improvements.
Precisamos estabelecer um padrão inicial antes de implementar qualquer melhoria.
3. In education or training, the foundational level of competency or performance expected at the beginning of a course or program
All students must meet the initial standard before advancing to the next level.
Todos os alunos devem atender ao padrão inicial antes de avançar para o próximo nível.
This term is widely used in Brazilian corporate and academic environments, particularly in quality control, project management, and educational assessment. In Portugal, it may be more formally expressed as 'critério inicial' in official documents. The concept emphasizes baseline expectations and serves as a foundation for continuous improvement methodologies common in both business cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
set the initial standard
meet the initial standard
establish an initial standard
exceed the initial standard
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