1. A systematic process of identifying and analyzing the gaps between current conditions and desired conditions in an organization, community, or individual, to determine what resources or changes are required
The nonprofit conducted a needs assessment to understand what services the community required most.
A organização sem fins lucrativos realizou uma avaliação de necessidades para entender quais serviços a comunidade mais necessitava.
2. An evaluation method used in education, social services, business, and healthcare to prioritize issues and allocate resources effectively
Before implementing the training program, the company completed a needs assessment of its employees.
Antes de implementar o programa de treinamento, a empresa realizou uma avaliação de necessidades de seus funcionários.