productivity gain
[/prɒdʌkˈtɪvɪti ɡeɪn/]
nounpl: productivity gains
ganho de produtividade
1. An increase in the efficiency of production, resulting in more output per unit of input (time, labor, or resources)
The company achieved a significant productivity gain after implementing the new software system.
A empresa alcançou um ganho de produtividade significativo após implementar o novo sistema de software.
2. Economic improvement measured by the ratio of output to input in production processes
Automation has led to substantial productivity gains in the manufacturing sector.
A automação levou a ganhos de produtividade substanciais no setor de manufatura.
3. The measurable improvement in work output or efficiency within a specific timeframe
Remote work policies contributed to productivity gains for many companies during the pandemic.
As políticas de trabalho remoto contribuíram para ganhos de produtividade em muitas empresas durante a pandemia.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American business contexts, particularly in corporate settings, manufacturing, and technology sectors. In Brazil, it's commonly discussed in the context of lean management and operational excellence initiatives. In the USA, productivity gains are frequently cited in quarterly earnings reports and economic policy discussions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
bottom-line improvement
cutting costs and increasing output
working smarter, not harder
maximizing returns on investment
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