separate functions
[ˈsɛp.ər.ət ˈfʌŋk.ʃənz]
noun phrase
funções separadas
1. Distinct duties or responsibilities that are kept apart or independent from one another
The company maintains separate functions for accounting and auditing to ensure proper oversight.
A empresa mantém funções separadas para contabilidade e auditoria para garantir supervisão adequada.
2. In mathematics or computer science, multiple mathematical or computational operations that work independently
These separate functions handle data validation and data processing.
Essas funções separadas lidam com validação de dados e processamento de dados.
3. The principle of division of labor where different tasks are assigned to different departments or individuals
Good organizational structure requires separate functions to avoid conflicts of interest.
Uma boa estrutura organizacional requer funções separadas para evitar conflitos de interesse.
The concept of 'separate functions' is fundamental in both Brazilian and American organizational culture, particularly emphasized in corporate governance, financial auditing, and legal compliance. In Brazil, this principle is reinforced by regulatory bodies like the CVM (Comissão de Valores Mobiliários) for publicly traded companies. The term is widely used in formal business documents, internal policies, and legal frameworks in both countries.
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