weak control
[wiːk kənˈtroʊl]
nounpl: weak controls
controle fraco
1. Insufficient or inadequate control over a process, system, or situation that fails to effectively manage or regulate it
The company's weak control over inventory led to significant losses.
O controle fraco sobre o inventário da empresa resultou em perdas significativas.
2. In auditing and accounting, internal controls that are insufficient to prevent errors or fraud
The audit revealed weak controls in the financial reporting process.
A auditoria revelou controles fracos no processo de relatório financeiro.
3. A lack of effective oversight or management in an organization or system
Weak control over employee spending resulted in budget overruns.
O controle fraco sobre os gastos dos funcionários resultou em excesso orçamentário.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian business, auditing, and compliance contexts, particularly in discussions about corporate governance and internal controls. It reflects international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and is frequently encountered in audit reports and management discussions in both Brazilian and American companies.
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