sequential project

[sɪˈkwɛnʃəl ˈprɑːdʒɛkt]
nounpl: sequential projects
projeto sequencial
1. A project where tasks and phases must be completed in a specific order, with each stage dependent on the completion of the previous one
The construction of the building is a sequential project because the foundation must be laid before the walls can be erected.
A construção do edifício é um projeto sequencial porque a fundação deve ser concluída antes que as paredes possam ser erguidas.
2. In project management, a work structure where activities occur one after another in a predetermined sequence
Our software development follows a sequential project methodology with design, development, testing, and deployment phases.
Nosso desenvolvimento de software segue uma metodologia de projeto sequencial com fases de design, desenvolvimento, testes e implementação.
The term 'sequential project' is widely used in Brazilian corporate environments and international business contexts. In Brazil, particularly in sectors like construction, manufacturing, and software development, waterfall or sequential methodologies have traditionally been preferred, though agile methodologies are increasingly popular. The concept emphasizes planning and structured execution, reflecting values of organization and predictability in project delivery.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
waterfall projectlinear projectstaged projectphased project
Antonyms / Antônimos
parallel projectconcurrent projectagile projectiterative project

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
projeto sequencial
Standard term used in business and project management contexts
São Paulo
projeto sequencial
Commonly used in corporate and industrial sectors
Portugal
projeto sequencial
Used similarly to Brazilian Portuguese; sometimes 'projeto em cascata' (waterfall project) is preferred

Related Words

project managementcritical pathtask dependencyproject phasestimelinemilestone

Related Idioms & Phrases

step by step approach
one after another
chain of command
follow the sequence
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