outdated guidelines
[aʊtˈdeɪtɪd ˈɡaɪdlaɪnz]
noun phrasepl: outdated guidelines
diretrizes obsoletas
1. rules, principles, or instructions that are no longer current, relevant, or applicable due to the passage of time or changes in circumstances
The company decided to abandon outdated guidelines that were established in the 1990s.
A empresa decidiu abandonar as diretrizes obsoletas que foram estabelecidas na década de 1990.
2. regulations or standards that have been superseded by newer versions or better practices
Following outdated guidelines can lead to inefficiency and reduced productivity.
Seguir diretrizes obsoletas pode levar à ineficiência e à redução da produtividade.
In both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, 'outdated guidelines' is commonly referenced during organizational restructuring and digital transformation initiatives. Brazilian companies often use this term when implementing compliance updates, while American firms frequently invoke it during modernization efforts. The phrase carries negative connotations in both cultures, suggesting inefficiency and resistance to progress.
NYC Slang
old-school guidelines; rules from way back
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