simplify process

[SIM-pluh-fy PRAH-ses]
verb phrase
simplificar o processo
1. to make a process or procedure less complicated, easier to understand, or more efficient by removing unnecessary steps or elements
The company decided to simplify the hiring process to attract more candidates.
A empresa decidiu simplificar o processo de contratação para atrair mais candidatos.
2. to reduce the complexity of a workflow or system
We need to simplify the process to reduce costs and save time.
Precisamos simplificar o processo para reduzir custos e economizar tempo.
In Brazil, particularly in São Paulo's business culture, 'simplificar o processo' is heavily used in corporate environments and modern startups as part of efficiency-driven management. In the USA, this phrase is common in business jargon, lean management, and tech industries. The concept reflects contemporary values of efficiency and practicality in both cultures.
NYC Slang
streamline it / make it easy
Synonyms / Sinônimos
streamline the processmake simplerease the processreduce complexityfacilitate the process
Antonyms / Antônimos
complicate the processmake more complexadd stepsincrease complexity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
simplificar o processo
Most common and widely understood across all regions
São Paulo
simplificar o processo / otimizar o processo
Business and corporate contexts often use 'otimizar' alongside simplificar
Rio de Janeiro
simplificar o processo / tornar mais simples
Colloquial: 'tornar mais simples' or 'facilitar o processo'
Portugal
simplificar o processo
Identical usage; may also use 'agilizar o processo' for workflow efficiency

Related Words

workflow optimizationefficiencyautomationlean processproceduremethodology

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut through the red tape
cut to the chase
make things easier
knock out the middleman
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