phase initiation

[/feɪz ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃən/]
nounpl: phase initiations
iniciação de fase
1. The beginning or commencement of a particular phase, stage, or cycle in a process, project, or system
Phase initiation marks the official start of the development cycle.
A iniciação de fase marca o início oficial do ciclo de desenvolvimento.
2. In project management, the formal launch of a new project phase with defined objectives and deliverables
The phase initiation meeting confirmed all resources were allocated.
A reunião de iniciação de fase confirmou que todos os recursos foram alocados.
3. In technical or scientific contexts, the triggering or activation of a process or system phase
Phase initiation in the manufacturing process requires specific temperature settings.
A iniciação de fase no processo de fabricação requer configurações específicas de temperatura.
This is a specialized term widely used in project management, software development, and corporate environments in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the globalization of business terminology and is particularly common in multinational companies and IT sectors. In Brazil, it gained prominence with the growth of the technology industry and adoption of international project management methodologies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
phase commencementphase startphase launchphase activationonset of phase
Antonyms / Antônimos
phase terminationphase completionphase conclusionphase closure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
iniciação de fase
Standard term used in business and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
início da fase
More colloquial variant sometimes used in informal settings
São Paulo
iniciação de fase
Preferred in corporate and technical environments
Portugal
iniciação de fase
Same term used in European Portuguese with identical meaning

Related Words

phaseinitiationproject managementkickoffimplementationmilestone

Related Idioms & Phrases

kick off a phase
launch a new phase
begin the next phase
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