programmed increase
[/ˈproʊɡræmd ɪnˈkris/]
nounpl: programmed increases
aumento programado
1. A predetermined or scheduled increase in amount, value, salary, or other measurable quantity that is planned to occur at specific intervals or dates
The contract includes a programmed increase of 3% annually for the next five years.
O contrato inclui um aumento programado de 3% anualmente pelos próximos cinco anos.
2. In technology and computing, an automated or pre-set increment that occurs according to predetermined parameters or algorithms
The system uses a programmed increase in processing power during peak hours.
O sistema usa um aumento programado na capacidade de processamento durante as horas de pico.
3. In economics and finance, a planned escalation of costs, wages, or benefits scheduled in advance
Retirees benefit from programmed increases tied to inflation indices.
Os aposentados se beneficiam de aumentos programados vinculados a índices de inflação.
In Brazil, 'aumento programado' is commonly used in labor law and employment contracts, particularly regarding salary adjustments. It reflects the importance of predictability in employment agreements and is often negotiated as part of collective bargaining agreements. In the USA, this concept is frequently seen in union contracts, government employment, and retirement benefit structures, where cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) are often programmed increases tied to inflation.
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