surge staffing
[/sɜːrdʒ ˈstæfɪŋ/]
noun
contratação temporária de pessoal
1. The practice of rapidly hiring additional temporary or contract workers to meet sudden increases in demand or workload, typically for short-term projects or seasonal peaks
The hospital implemented surge staffing during the pandemic to handle the influx of patients.
O hospital implementou contratação temporária de pessoal durante a pandemia para lidar com o afluxo de pacientes.
2. Emergency personnel hiring to respond to crises, natural disasters, or unexpected operational demands
The emergency management team activated surge staffing protocols after the hurricane.
A equipe de gestão de emergências ativou protocolos de contratação temporária após o furacão.
Surge staffing became particularly prominent in American and Brazilian business vocabulary during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in healthcare, logistics, and e-commerce sectors. In Brazil, it reflects the dynamic labor market and prevalence of informal hiring practices, while in the USA it represents a formal HR strategy within larger corporations and government agencies.
NYC Slang
quick hire; temp boost; emergency crew
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