track record

American  

noun

1. a record of achievements or performance.

   an executive with a good track record.

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track record British  

noun

1. informal the past record of the accomplishments and failures of a person, business, etc

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track record Idioms  

1. A record of actual performance or achievements, as in This applicant has an excellent track record. This term probably comes from horse racing, where it signifies the best time a horse has ever achieved at a particular track or over a particular distance. However, some believe it alludes to track and field records. Its figurative use dates from the late 1940s.

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Etymology

Origin of track record

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

The American Council of Life Insurers said insurer investments, including private credit, are made in “a highly regulated, state-based system with a long track record of identifying and addressing risks.”

From The Wall Street Journal

At the same time, it’s important to look back and assess your track record for the past year.

From MarketWatch

These funds-of-funds typically employ large staffs to rigorously analyze the track record of other hedge funds in hopes of identifying those with the greatest probability of producing impressive future returns.

From MarketWatch

Permira and Warburg Pincus have proven track records fostering growth for some of the largest and fastest-growing technology businesses globally, Sahai said.

From Barron's

While human drivers don’t have the best track record and autonomous vehicles are a promising solution, recent reports of Waymos illegally passing offloading school buses affirm that a measured and informed approach is warranted.

From The Wall Street Journal