Processes, procedures & operating systems · Core

Handoff

Also called: hand-over

ELI5

Transfer of work, information or responsibility from one person or stage to another.

Used in conversation

“The operating model needs to show how handoff works in practice.”

Pitch context

You will see “Handoff” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches processes, procedures & operating systems.

Why it matters: In processes, procedures & operating systems, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.