working model
[ˈwɜːrkɪŋ ˈmɒdəl]
nounpl: working models
modelo funcional
1. A preliminary or prototype version of a product or system that demonstrates how it works in practice, used for testing and evaluation before final production
The engineers built a working model of the new engine to test its performance.
Os engenheiros construíram um modelo funcional do novo motor para testar seu desempenho.
2. A practical example or template that demonstrates how something should operate or be organized
This company's customer service approach is a working model that other businesses should follow.
A abordagem de atendimento ao cliente desta empresa é um modelo funcional que outros negócios devem seguir.
3. A theoretical or conceptual framework that is practical and can be applied in real-world situations
We developed a working model for implementing the new policy across all departments.
Desenvolvemos um modelo funcional para implementar a nova política em todos os departamentos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'working model' is commonly used in engineering, business, and technology sectors to emphasize practical, hands-on solutions rather than purely theoretical approaches. In Brazil, there is increasing emphasis on 'prototipagem rápida' (rapid prototyping), making this term particularly relevant in startup and innovation contexts.
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