skeletal plan
[/ˈskɛlɪtəl plæn/]
nounpl: skeletal plans
plano esquelético
1. A basic, minimal framework or outline of a plan that contains only the essential elements or structure, without detailed specifications or comprehensive development
The project manager presented a skeletal plan to the board before developing the full proposal.
O gerente de projeto apresentou um plano esquelético ao conselho antes de desenvolver a proposta completa.
2. In architecture and urban planning, a basic structural framework or layout showing primary elements without detailed design features
The architect created a skeletal plan of the building layout before adding architectural details.
O arquiteto criou um plano esquelético do layout do edifício antes de adicionar detalhes arquitetônicos.
3. In business and project management, a preliminary outline containing the main objectives and key milestones without comprehensive details
We started with a skeletal plan and refined it with more specific timelines and budget allocations.
Começamos com um plano esquelético e o refinamos com cronogramas mais específicos e alocações de orçamento.
This term is commonly used in both American and Brazilian business environments, particularly in project management, urban planning, and architectural contexts. In Brazil, the term is frequently employed in corporate meetings and planning phases where initial frameworks are presented before comprehensive development. It reflects a pragmatic approach to planning that prioritizes establishing core structure before adding details.
NYC Slang
bare-bones plan, quick sketch
Related Idioms & Phrases
to flesh out a skeletal plan
to build on a skeletal plan
to start with a skeletal plan
to develop a skeletal plan into a full proposal
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