project objective

[ˈprɒdʒekt əbˈdʒektɪv]
nounpl: project objectives
objetivo do projeto
1. A specific, measurable goal or desired outcome that a project aims to achieve within a defined timeframe and budget
The project objective is to increase sales by 25% within the next fiscal year.
O objetivo do projeto é aumentar as vendas em 25% no próximo ano fiscal.
2. The primary purpose or target result that guides all project activities and decisions
The team clearly defined their project objective before beginning any work.
A equipe definiu claramente seu objetivo do projeto antes de começar qualquer trabalho.
In Brazilian corporate culture, clearly defined 'objetivos do projeto' are essential for project management success. Companies often use SMART criteria (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) when setting project objectives. This term is widely used in formal business settings, PMO (Project Management Office) documentation, and agile methodologies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
project goalproject aimproject targetproject outcomedeliverable
Antonyms / Antônimos
project obstacleproject constraintproject failure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetivo do projeto
Most common term used in Brazilian business and project management contexts
São Paulo
objetivo do projeto / meta do projeto
Both terms are widely used in business hubs; 'meta' emphasizes the target aspect
Rio de Janeiro
objetivo do projeto
Standard usage in governmental and corporate projects
Portugal
objetivo do projeto / alvo do projeto
Portuguese European variant; 'alvo' is also used for target-oriented contexts

Related Words

project scopeproject timelineproject budgetkey performance indicators (KPIs)milestoneproject planningstakeholder

Related Idioms & Phrases

on target with project objectives
alinhado com os objetivos do projeto (aligned with project objectives)
fora do escopo do objetivo (outside the scope of the objective)
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