managed deviation
[ˈmænɪdʒd ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən]
noun phrasepl: managed deviations
desvio controlado
1. A deliberate, controlled departure from a standard, plan, or specification that is monitored and approved by management or regulatory authorities
The airline requested a managed deviation from the standard flight path due to severe weather conditions.
A companhia aérea solicitou um desvio controlado da rota de voo padrão devido às condições climáticas severas.
2. In quality control and manufacturing, an intentional variance from specifications that is documented and authorized
The production team implemented a managed deviation to the material specifications with full regulatory approval.
A equipe de produção implementou um desvio controlado nas especificações de materiais com aprovação regulatória completa.
3. In finance and banking, an authorized departure from established policies or procedures
The bank processed a managed deviation from its standard lending criteria for the qualified applicant.
O banco processou um desvio controlado de seus critérios padrão de empréstimo para o solicitante qualificado.
This term is primarily used in technical, regulatory, and corporate environments in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the importance of compliance and risk management in modern business operations. In Brazil, particularly in São Paulo's financial and industrial sectors, the term is frequently used in quality assurance meetings and regulatory compliance documentation. In the USA, it is commonly used in aviation, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and banking sectors where strict adherence to standards is critical but controlled exceptions are sometimes necessary.
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