Die Effizienz
Example: Die Effizienz des Teams hat sich durch neue Methoden verbessert.
Definition
"Efficiency" in management refers to the ability to achieve maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense. It measures how well resources, time, and energy are utilized to improve outcomes, as in the example phrase: The efficiency of the team improved through new methods.
Etymology
The word "Effizienz" comes from the Latin 'efficere,' meaning 'to accomplish' or 'to bring about.' It entered German through scholarly and technical language, emphasizing effectiveness and productivity. Did you know? It shares roots with the English word 'efficient,' highlighting its focus on producing desired results with minimal waste.
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"Die Effizienz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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