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Levels of Authority
When an organization gives a team, committee, or council, an assignment, it is imperative that the organization and team clearly understand their level of authority.
LEVEL
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TEAM ACTIONS
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DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY
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1
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Research the problem
Report findings
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No authority, Only Reporting
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2
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Research the problem
Develop, alternative solutions
Report Finding
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Solution options only
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3
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Research
Develop
Recommend best solution for approval
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Recommend best solution
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4
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Research
Develop
Select best solution
Report solution decision
Recommendation for implementation
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Implementation
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5
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Research
Develop
Select
Implement
Inform/Report
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Implement and report on progress
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6
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Develop
Select
Implement
Evaluate
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Total authority
No reporting necessary
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