piecemeal changes
[/ˈpiːsmiːl ˈtʃeɪndʒɪz/]
noun phrase
mudanças graduais
1. incremental or partial modifications made gradually over time rather than all at once; small-scale adjustments implemented in stages
The company implemented piecemeal changes to its workflow instead of a complete overhaul.
A empresa implementou mudanças graduais em seu fluxo de trabalho em vez de uma revisão completa.
2. repairs or improvements done bit by bit, addressing one issue at a time
The old house required piecemeal changes before it could be considered livable.
A casa antiga exigiu reparos graduais antes de poder ser considerada habitável.
In Brazilian business culture, 'mudanças graduais' is often preferred when discussing organizational improvements to show a methodical approach. In American contexts, 'piecemeal' can carry a slightly negative connotation suggesting lack of comprehensive planning, whereas in Portuguese-speaking regions it's more neutral, emphasizing practical, staged implementation.
NYC Slang
bit-by-bit changes / doing it in bits and pieces
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