scheduled modifications

[ˈskɛdʒuːld ˌmɑːdɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz]
noun phrasepl: N/A (already plural)
modificações programadas
1. Planned changes or alterations to a system, product, or service that are set to occur at a predetermined time
The scheduled modifications to the software will take place next Tuesday evening.
As modificações programadas do software ocorrerão na próxima terça à noite.
2. Maintenance updates or improvements that have been arranged in advance
The hospital announced scheduled modifications to improve patient care facilities.
O hospital anunciou modificações programadas para melhorar as instalações de atendimento ao paciente.
3. Predetermined adjustments to procedures, structures, or operations
Scheduled modifications to our delivery routes will reduce shipping costs.
Modificações programadas em nossas rotas de entrega reduzirão os custos de envio.
This term is predominantly used in technical, IT, and business environments in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, IT companies and large corporations frequently use 'modificações programadas' in official communications about system updates and maintenance. The term reflects modern business practices where advance notice of changes is considered professional courtesy and good customer service management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
planned modificationsscheduled changespredetermined alterationsplanned maintenanceprogrammed updates
Antonyms / Antônimos
unscheduled modificationsemergency changesunexpected alterationsad hoc modificationsunplanned maintenance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
modificações programadas
Standard term used in technical and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
modificações agendadas
Alternative using 'agendadas' (scheduled/booked)
São Paulo
modificações planejadas
Common in corporate and IT sectors; emphasizes planning aspect
Portugal
modificações calendarizadas
Portuguese European variant; uses 'calendarizadas' (scheduled/calendared)

Related Words

maintenance schedulesystem updatesmaintenance windowdowntimeimplementation planchange management

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintenance window
planned downtime
system maintenance
in the pipeline
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