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Roles, responsibility & decision rights · Core

Single point of accountability

Also called: single accountable owner

ELI5

One clearly identified person answerable for an outcome.

Used in conversation

“The announcement should not get ahead of the agreed process for single point of accountability.”

Pitch context

You will see “Single point of accountability” 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.

Sources & evidence · 2

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