work elimination

[wɜrk ɪˌlɪməˈneɪʃən]
nounpl: work eliminations
eliminação de trabalho
1. The process of removing, reducing, or discontinuing work tasks, positions, or entire jobs from an organization
The company announced a work elimination strategy to improve operational efficiency.
A empresa anunciou uma estratégia de eliminação de trabalho para melhorar a eficiência operacional.
2. In Lean management and process improvement, the removal of non-value-added activities from workflows
Work elimination is a key principle in Lean manufacturing to reduce waste.
A eliminação de trabalho é um princípio-chave na manufatura Lean para reduzir desperdícios.
3. The discontinuation of job positions due to automation, outsourcing, or organizational restructuring
The work elimination program resulted in 200 layoffs across the company.
O programa de eliminação de trabalho resultou em 200 demissões em toda a empresa.
This term is commonly used in American and Brazilian corporate environments, particularly in discussions about operational efficiency and cost management. In Brazil, work elimination is often discussed in the context of modernization and competitiveness. The concept is sensitive as it relates to employment and job security, affecting workers and their families significantly.
NYC Slang
cutting positions, downsizing, RIF (reduction in force)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
job eliminationworkforce reductionposition eliminationtask eliminationprocess elimination
Antonyms / Antônimos
job creationwork expansionhiringemployment growth

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
eliminação de trabalho
Standard term used in business and management contexts
São Paulo
eliminação de postos de trabalho
Commonly used in corporate and industrial settings
General Brazilian
redução de postos
More colloquial alternative used in informal business discussions
Portugal
eliminação de postos de trabalho
Standard Portuguese usage, similar to Brazilian but with slight vocabulary differences

Related Words

downsizingautomationlean managementprocess improvementoperational efficiencyrestructuringlayoffs

Related Idioms & Phrases

on the chopping block
cutting jobs
streamlining operations
rightsizing the workforce
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