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Unit 4
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Unit 4, Business Partner C1 Ejercicios y tarjetas didácticas
Lista de palabras para Unit 4, Business Partner C1
Palabra | Definición | Ejemplo |
disruption | A significant change or disturbance that interrupts the normal course of events or processes | The new technology brought disruption to the traditional market |
disruptor | A person, technology, or innovation that causes disruption by challenging existing norms or systems | The startup became a disruptor by introducing a revolutionary product |
deal with | To handle or manage a situation or problem | We need to deal with these issues promptly to maintain progress |
cause in | To instigate or bring about a particular result or effect | The changes in the industry caused an influx of new players |
fragmented | Divided or broken into smaller, disconnected parts | The market is highly fragmented, with many small competitors |
displace | To replace or move something or someone from its usual position or role | Automation can displace certain job roles but also create new opportunities |
inject | To introduce or add something forcefully or suddenly into a situation | The company plans to inject innovation into their product lineup |
abandon | To leave behind or give up on something entirely | They decided to abandon the outdated manufacturing process |
mainstay | A central and reliable component or element of something | Renewable energy sources have become a mainstay in the power industry |
agile | Quick and flexible in responding to changes or challenges | An agile approach allows us to adapt quickly to changing circumstances |
dedicated | Committed and focused on a specific task or goal | A dedicated team was assigned to handle the project's technical challenges |
reposition | To change the positioning or perception of something, often in marketing | The company aims to reposition itself as a leader in sustainability |
consume | To use or utilize something, typically resources or information | Modern consumers tend to consume content through digital platforms |
business landscape | The overall environment and conditions in which businesses operate | The evolving business landscape requires constant adaptation |
digital transformation | The process of using digital technology to fundamentally change business operations and models | Digital transformation is crucial for established companies to remain competitive |
disruptive innovation | An innovation that radically changes an industry or market, often by creating new solutions to existing problems | Disruptive innovation can reshape entire industries |
established companies | Well-established and long-existing businesses | Established companies face the challenge of adapting to change |
game changer | Something that has a significant and transformative impact on a situation or industry | The new technology was a game changer in the industry |
venture fund | A fund that invests in startup companies and high-risk, high-reward ventures | The startup secured funding from a venture fund to expand |
novel approach | An innovative or unique way of approaching a problem or task | Their novel approach to marketing garnered a lot of attention |
fundraising strategy | A plan or approach for raising funds or capital for a specific purpose | The fundraising strategy involved crowdfunding and private investments |
buzzword | A popular or trendy word or phrase used to describe a concept or idea | "Blockchain" has become a buzzword in the tech community |
entrenched | Firmly established and difficult to change | The company was too entrenched in old practices to embrace change |
brainstorming | A creative and collaborative process of generating ideas and solutions | During the brainstorming session, various ideas were explored |
diversify | To expand or vary the range or variety of something | It's wise to diversify your investments to manage risk |
drawback | A disadvantage or negative aspect of something | The drawback of the new system is its steep learning curve |
vulnerable | Susceptible to harm or risk | The company's outdated software made them vulnerable to cyberattacks |
assume | To take for granted or suppose something to be true without direct evidence | It's unwise to assume customer preferences without research |
ad-blocking software | Software that prevents or blocks advertisements from being displayed on websites | Many users employ ad-blocking software to enhance their online experience |
be tied to | To be connected or associated with something | The success of the project is tied to effective collaboration |
revenue streams | Sources of income or revenue for a business or organization | They explored new revenue streams to increase profitability |
reader-centric approach | An approach that focuses on meeting the needs and preferences of the reader or audience | A reader-centric approach ensures content is tailored to the audience |
crunch time | A period of intense pressure or high demand, often leading to a deadline | As the deadline approaches, we're entering crunch time |
tap into | To access or make use of a resource or opportunity | To succeed, businesses must tap into emerging trends |
pitch in | To contribute or participate in a collective effort or task | Let's all pitch in to meet the project's tight deadline |
off-the-wall | Unconventional or eccentric in a way that is unexpected or unusual | The off-the-wall idea turned out to be a stroke of genius |
lagging behind | Falling behind or not keeping pace with others in a particular area | The company was lagging behind in adopting new technologies |
tiered | Arranged in layers or levels of importance or quality | They offer tiered pricing plans to cater to different customer needs |
throw up | To create or produce something quickly and without much thought | The unexpected problem can throw up new challenges for us |
from resistance to acceptance | The process of moving from initial opposition to eventual approval or acceptance | Over time, attitudes shifted from resistance to acceptance |
curve | A graphical representation of a relationship between two variables | Learning a new skill often involves a steep learning curve |
supply chain management (SCM) | The management of the flow of goods, services, and information from raw material suppliers to end consumers | The increased demand revealed a bottleneck in the supply chain management |
achieve consistent cost savings | To consistently reduce expenses and achieve savings over time | Their efforts led to achieving consistent cost savings |
assign sb to do smth | To designate or allocate someone to perform a specific task or duty | I'll assign someone to handle the logistics for the event |
be faced with a challenge | To encounter or confront a difficult or demanding situation | We were faced with the challenge of entering a competitive market |
bottleneck | A point in a process where the flow or progress is slowed or restricted | The unexpected challenge created a bottleneck in production |
customer requirements | The specific needs, expectations, or demands of customers | Understanding customer requirements is crucial for product development |
future-proof | To design or plan something in a way that ensures it remains relevant and effective in the future | The new system is designed to be future-proof against technological changes |
considerably | To a significant extent or degree | The new software will considerably improve efficiency |