planned basis

[plænd ˈbeɪsɪs]
nounpl: planned bases
base planejada
1. A predetermined schedule or framework upon which something is organized, implemented, or executed according to advance planning
The company operates on a planned basis, with quarterly reviews scheduled in advance.
A empresa opera em uma base planejada, com avaliações trimestrais agendadas antecipadamente.
2. In business and accounting, a system where activities, budgets, or deliveries are scheduled according to a pre-established plan rather than occurring randomly or on demand
Maintenance is performed on a planned basis to minimize unexpected downtime.
A manutenção é realizada em base planejada para minimizar paradas inesperadas.
3. A structured approach to organizing resources and timelines in advance rather than responding reactively to events
On a planned basis, the team meets every Monday to discuss progress.
Em base planejada, a equipe se reúne toda segunda para discutir o progresso.
This term is predominantly used in formal business, accounting, and organizational contexts. It reflects a professional approach to management and planning, emphasizing structure and foresight. In both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, operating 'on a planned basis' is valued as a sign of competent management and professionalism, contrasting with reactive or ad hoc approaches.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
scheduled basispredetermined frameworkadvance planning systemstructured schedule
Antonyms / Antônimos
ad hoc basison-demand basisreactive approachunscheduled basisrandom basis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
base planejada
Standard term used in business and administrative contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
base planejada / em base planejada
Common in corporate and financial documentation
Portugal
base planeada
Portuguese spelling variation; widely used in business settings
General English (USA)
planned basis
Common in business, accounting, and project management documentation

Related Words

planningscheduleframeworkorganizational structurestrategic planning

Related Idioms & Phrases

on a planned basis
on a regular/recurring planned basis
operates on a planned basis
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