operative control
[/ˈɒpərətɪv kənˈtroʊl/]
nounpl: operative controls
controle operacional
1. The direct authority and responsibility for executing military, naval, or organizational operations and the tactical deployment of forces under a commander
The general maintained operative control over all field operations throughout the campaign.
O general manteve o controle operacional sobre todas as operações de campo durante a campanha.
2. In business and management, the practical authority to direct day-to-day operations and make tactical decisions within an organization
The regional manager has operative control of the distribution centers in three states.
O gerente regional tem controle operacional dos centros de distribuição em três estados.
3. In systems and technology, the ability to actively manage and direct the functioning of equipment or processes
The technician gained operative control of the system through the new interface.
O técnico obteve controle operacional do sistema através da nova interface.
This term is primarily used in military, aerospace, and corporate management contexts in both the United States and Brazil. It represents a key concept in hierarchical decision-making structures, particularly in organizations requiring clear chains of command and tactical flexibility. The distinction between strategic and operative control is crucial in military doctrine and large organizational management.
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