negative metric
[ˈnɛɡətɪv ˈmɛtrɪk]
nounpl: negative metrics
métrica negativa
1. A measurement or key performance indicator (KPI) that tracks undesirable outcomes, failures, or decreases in performance; a metric that indicates problems rather than success
The increase in customer churn rate is a negative metric that requires immediate attention from management.
O aumento na taxa de abandono de clientes é uma métrica negativa que requer atenção imediata da gerência.
2. In mathematics and physics, a metric with indefinite signature that can produce negative values for distances or intervals
The spacetime metric in relativity is a negative metric that allows for timelike and spacelike separations.
A métrica do espaço-tempo na relatividade é uma métrica negativa que permite separações do tipo tempo e do tipo espaço.
3. Performance data that reflects unfavorable conditions, such as downtime, errors, or losses
Website downtime is a negative metric that directly impacts user satisfaction and revenue.
O tempo de inatividade do site é uma métrica negativa que impacta diretamente a satisfação do usuário e a receita.
The term 'negative metric' is primarily used in business, technology, and data science sectors in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian corporate culture, there is increasing emphasis on monitoring negative metrics to prevent problems before they escalate. In the USA, negative metrics are essential components of business intelligence dashboards and are regularly tracked in performance reviews and strategic planning meetings.
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