lacking controls

[ˈlækɪŋ kənˈtroʊlz]
adjective phrase
sem controles
1. Describing a situation, system, or environment where regulatory measures, safeguards, or oversight mechanisms are absent or insufficient
The startup's lacking controls over data security led to a major breach.
Os controles insuficientes da startup sobre segurança de dados levaram a uma grande violação.
2. Characterized by the absence of proper checks and balances in an organization or process
The project suffered from lacking controls in budget management.
O projeto sofreu com a falta de controles na gestão orçamentária.
3. Unrestrained or unregulated behavior or conduct
His lacking controls over his emotions caused problems at work.
A falta de controle sobre suas emoções causou problemas no trabalho.
In Brazilian business and governance contexts, 'lacking controls' (falta de controles) is a critical term used in audits, compliance reports, and organizational critiques. This phrase is especially prevalent in discussions about financial management, data security, and corporate governance. In the USA, the phrase appears frequently in regulatory, audit, and corporate contexts. Both cultures view lack of controls negatively in professional settings.
NYC Slang
off the hook / out of pocket
Synonyms / Sinônimos
uncontrolledunregulatedwithout safeguardspoorly manageddeficient in oversightinadequately supervised
Antonyms / Antônimos
well-controlledregulatedsupervisedproperly managedwith safeguardswell-monitored

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sem controles / falta de controles
Most common and widely understood throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
sem controles / descontrolado
May emphasize the chaotic nature of the lack of controls
São Paulo
sem controles / sem governança
In business contexts, 'sem governança' is frequently used
Portugal
sem controlos / deficiente em controlo
Portuguese spelling uses 'controlos' instead of 'controles'

Related Words

controloversightregulationsafeguardaccountabilitycomplianceauditgovernance

Related Idioms & Phrases

out of control
flying by the seat of one's pants
running wild
without checks and balances
a house without rules
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