protocol breakdown
[PROH-tuh-kawl BRAYK-down]
nounpl: protocol breakdowns
falha de protocolo
1. A failure or breakdown in the established procedures, rules, or systems designed to regulate communication, conduct, or operations
The protocol breakdown between the two departments resulted in miscommunication and delayed project completion.
A falha de protocolo entre os dois departamentos resultou em comunicação inadequada e atraso na conclusão do projeto.
2. In medical or scientific contexts, a failure in adherence to established procedures or guidelines
A protocol breakdown in the laboratory led to contaminated samples and invalid results.
Uma falha de protocolo no laboratório levou a amostras contaminadas e resultados inválidos.
3. In diplomacy or formal settings, a failure to follow established rules of etiquette or procedure
The ambassador's informal greeting was considered a protocol breakdown by the traditionalist government.
A saudação informal do embaixador foi considerada uma falha de protocolo pelo governo tradicionalista.
In Brazilian corporate and governmental contexts, 'falha de protocolo' is a formal term used to address serious procedural failures with potential consequences. In the USA, this term is commonly used in healthcare, diplomacy, and corporate environments to discuss systemic failures. The phrase carries weight in formal settings and often implies accountability and need for investigation.
NYC Slang
mess-up in the system / when things fall through the cracks
Related Idioms & Phrases
things fell through the cracks
a breakdown in communication
standard operating procedures were not followed
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