system variability
[/ˈsɪstəm ˌvɛriəˈbɪləti/]
nounpl: system variabilities
variabilidade do sistema
1. The degree to which a system's performance, output, or behavior fluctuates or changes over time or under different conditions
The system variability in the manufacturing process led to inconsistent product quality.
A variabilidade do sistema no processo de fabricação resultou em qualidade inconsistente do produto.
2. In statistics and quality control, the natural or assignable variation present in a system's measurements or results
Engineers must account for system variability when designing tolerance specifications.
Os engenheiros devem levar em conta a variabilidade do sistema ao projetar especificações de tolerância.
3. In complex systems, the unpredictability or fluctuation inherent in system behavior due to multiple interacting factors
Climate models must incorporate system variability to improve long-term weather predictions.
Os modelos climáticos devem incorporar a variabilidade do sistema para melhorar as previsões meteorológicas de longo prazo.
This term is predominantly used in technical, engineering, manufacturing, and scientific contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the shared international language of quality management and systems engineering, with importance in Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, and statistical process control methodologies used across multinational corporations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
reduce system variability
account for system variability
manage system variability
inherent system variability
minimize system variability
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