Relatório

Relatório is a formal document that presents information about a subject, event, process, or activity, typically organized to communicate findings, observations, or recommendations to a reader or decision-maker. It is used in business, government, academia, and journalism.

Etymology: The term derives from the Portuguese verb relatar "to report," with the noun-forming suffix -ório. Related terms include relato (narrative or report) and relator (the reporter or author of the report).

A typical relatório includes a title, executive summary, introduction, scope and objectives, methods or approach, findings or results, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations. It may include tables, charts, appendices, and references, and it emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and neutrality.

Common types include technical, financial, progress, scientific, environmental, audit, and institutional reports.

In practice, a relatório is produced by professionals, reviewed by supervisors or committees, and used to support decision making, accountability, policy implementation, or compliance with requirements. It may be confidential or public, depending on the subject and audience.

In Portuguese-speaking contexts, Brazil and Portugal share similar conventions, though specific formats, terminologies, and legal requirements can vary by organization or sector.