substantiate performance
[səbˈstænʃieɪt pərˈfɔːrməns]
verb phrase / noun phrase
comprovar desempenho / fundamentar o desempenho
1. To provide evidence, documentation, or proof that demonstrates actual achievement or results in performance metrics
The company needed to substantiate performance improvements with quarterly reports and data analytics.
A empresa precisava comprovar as melhorias de desempenho com relatórios trimestrais e análise de dados.
2. To validate or confirm through concrete evidence that claimed performance levels have been actually achieved
Athletes must substantiate performance records with official certifications and witness documentation.
Os atletas devem fundamentar seus registros de desempenho com certificações oficiais e documentação de testemunhas.
3. To support claims about productivity, efficiency, or capability with verifiable facts and evidence
The software vendor was asked to substantiate performance claims about system speed and reliability.
O fornecedor de software foi solicitado a sustentar as afirmações de desempenho sobre velocidade e confiabilidade do sistema.
In Brazilian corporate culture, substantiating performance is critical for advancement and bonus justification. In the USA, this is particularly important in tech and finance industries where data-driven decision making is paramount. The phrase reflects the broader cultural emphasis on accountability and measurable results in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
put your money where your mouth is
back up claims with evidence
walk the walk, not just talk the talk
prove it on the scoreboard
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