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reactive work

[/riˈæktɪv wɜːrk/]
noun
trabalho reativo
1. Work that is performed in response to unexpected problems, failures, or urgent issues rather than being planned in advance; firefighting or problem-solving work
The team spent most of their time on reactive work instead of strategic projects.
A equipe passou a maior parte do tempo em trabalho reativo em vez de projetos estratégicos.
2. In maintenance and operations, work initiated by equipment breakdown or system failure rather than preventive maintenance
Reactive work is more expensive than preventive maintenance in the long run.
O trabalho reativo é mais caro do que a manutenção preventiva a longo prazo.
Synonyms
firefightingcorrective workproblem-solving workunplanned workincident response
Antonyms
proactive workplanned workpreventive workstrategic work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho reativo
Standard term used in project management and operations contexts
São Paulo
trabalho de resposta a incidentes
Commonly used in tech and corporate environments
Portugal
trabalho reativo
Standard usage in business and management terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

putting out fires
crisis management
damage control
playing catch-up
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