key functions
[kiː ˈfʌŋkʃənz]
nounpl: key functions
funções principais
1. The most important or essential operations or purposes that something is designed to perform
The key functions of a smartphone include communication and data storage.
As funções principais de um smartphone incluem comunicação e armazenamento de dados.
2. Critical responsibilities or roles assigned to a person in an organization
The manager's key functions are budgeting, hiring, and performance evaluation.
As funções principais do gerente são orçamento, contratação e avaliação de desempenho.
3. Primary features or capabilities of a software application or system
The key functions of the accounting software are invoicing and expense tracking.
As funções principais do software contábil são faturamento e rastreamento de despesas.
In Brazilian and American business contexts, 'key functions' is commonly used in job descriptions, organizational charts, and system documentation. It reflects a focus on prioritization and efficiency in corporate hierarchies. In Portugal, the term is similarly used but may occasionally be replaced with 'funções essenciais' to emphasize absolute necessity.
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