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Roles, responsibility & decision rights · Core

Authority

Also called: decision authority

ELI5

The formal right to make decisions, direct resources or bind an organisation within limits.

Used in conversation

“The draft mentions authority, but the scope and jurisdiction are still unclear.”

Pitch context

You will see “Authority” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches roles, responsibility & decision rights.

Why it matters: In roles, responsibility & decision rights, the definition can change who is affected, accountable, protected or entitled to act.

Caution

Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.

Connected terms

  • Decision rightThe search label “decision authority” can route to both entries.
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