log frame

[/lɔːɡ freɪm/]
nounpl: log frames
matriz de marco lógico
1. A project management tool that presents the key elements of a project or program in a logical framework, typically showing objectives, outputs, activities, inputs, and indicators of achievement
The development agency used a log frame to plan the rural water supply project.
A agência de desenvolvimento utilizou uma matriz de marco lógico para planejar o projeto de abastecimento de água rural.
2. A table or matrix document used in project planning and evaluation that links project inputs to outputs, outcomes, and impacts
The log frame clearly defined the measurable indicators for project success.
A matriz de marco lógico definiu claramente os indicadores mensuráveis para o sucesso do projeto.
The log frame is widely used in Brazil and internationally by NGOs, government agencies, and development organizations, especially those receiving funding from multilateral institutions like the World Bank and UN agencies. It's a standard tool in project management across Portuguese-speaking countries in the development and humanitarian sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
logical frameworkresults frameworklogframe

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
matriz de marco lógico
Standard term used in development projects and international cooperation
Portugal
matriz de quadro lógico
Alternative phrasing sometimes used in Portuguese contexts
International Development Sector
logframe ou marco lógico
Often used abbreviated or in English in multilingual development settings

Related Words

project managementobjectivesindicatorsoutcomesactivitiesinputsevaluation

Related Idioms & Phrases

to develop a log frame
log frame approach
log frame analysis
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →