off-the-shelf terms
[/ɔf ðə ʃɛlf tɜrmz/]
noun phrase
termos padrão/pré-estabelecidos
1. Pre-existing, standardized, or ready-made terms and conditions that are commonly used without customization or negotiation
The software company offers off-the-shelf terms for all new clients to expedite the contract process.
A empresa de software oferece termos padrão para todos os novos clientes para agilizar o processo de contrato.
2. Generic contractual language or conditions that are not specifically tailored to individual circumstances
We cannot accept their off-the-shelf terms; we need modifications for our specific requirements.
Não podemos aceitar seus termos padrão; precisamos de modificações para nossos requisitos específicos.
3. Standard, commercially available agreements without special customization
Most retailers operate under off-the-shelf terms provided by their suppliers.
A maioria dos varejistas opera sob termos padrão fornecidos por seus fornecedores.
This term is predominantly used in business, legal, and commercial contexts in both the United States and Brazil. It reflects the modern practice of using standardized agreements to speed up transactions, though it often implies less flexibility in negotiation. In Brazilian business culture, there's an increasing acceptance of off-the-shelf terms in B2B transactions, especially in tech and e-commerce sectors, though traditional industries may still prefer negotiated terms.
Related Idioms & Phrases
take it or leave it terms
one-size-fits-all agreement
as is without modifications
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