opaque process
[ə-ˈpāk ˈprä-ˌses]
noun phrasepl: opaque processes
processo opaco
1. A procedure or sequence of actions that is not transparent, unclear, or difficult to understand; lacking clarity in how decisions are made or how it functions
The government's decision-making process remained an opaque process that frustrated citizens.
O processo de tomada de decisão do governo permanecia um processo opaco que frustrava os cidadãos.
2. In computing or programming, a process whose internal workings or implementation details are hidden from the user
The API functioned as an opaque process, with the internal logic completely hidden from developers.
A API funcionava como um processo opaco, com a lógica interna completamente oculta dos desenvolvedores.
3. Any complex procedure lacking transparency, documentation, or clear explanation
Hiring decisions at the company followed an opaque process with no clear criteria.
As decisões de contratação na empresa seguiam um processo opaco sem critérios claros.
In Brazilian corporate and governmental contexts, 'processo opaco' is commonly used critically to describe lack of transparency in decision-making. This term gained prominence with increased demands for corporate accountability and governmental transparency. In the USA, particularly in tech and business spheres, the equivalent phrase 'opaque process' or 'black box process' reflects concerns about algorithm transparency and corporate secrecy. The term carries negative connotations in both cultures, often implying unfairness or corruption.
NYC Slang
black box process; sketchy process
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