Who decides, who contributes and who acts next?
Several people may contribute to a task while the authority to make the next decision remains unclear. Clear decision ownership helps work progress without losing useful input.
What to bring & where to begin
Bring an example of a recurring decision, the people or functions involved and the information they need. Responsibility mapping can distinguish preparation, contribution, decision and execution, including a route for questions outside the agreed scope.
Agree the next useful step
Choose the document or decision that would make the situation clearer. Agree its scope, the information needed and who will review it. Keep the next step connected to the business question rather than adding work without a defined purpose.
Useful working documents
- Decision responsibility map
- Input and approval outline
- Escalation and handover notes