Authority
Decision Method
Authority means a manager on the team makes the decision. The group follows standard delegation levels.
Decision Methods: Unanimity • Fist to Five • Scoring • Dot-Voting • Multi-Voting • Consensus • Supermajority • Majority • Plurality • Consent • Brainstorming • Authority • Commission • Randomizing • Deferral
Purpose
Authority, in the context of decision-making, refers to a hierarchical approach where a manager or leader within a team has the final say. Instead of a collective consensus or input from all team members, the decision rests in the hands of this authoritative figure, who often bases their choices on expertise, experience, or position. The team then adheres to these decisions, often guided by predefined delegation levels. However, in the unFIX model, the presence of managers within Crews or Forums is discouraged. The belief is that external managers might bring more objectivity and broader perspectives.
Notes
For interactions with external managers, the unFIX model promotes the use of Delegation Levels, ensuring clear communication and expectations.
Rules / Constraints
We prefer having no people managers on Crews or Forums. We strongly advise the use of the Authority decision method only in the case of delegating to Chiefs in a Governance Crew. Working with managers outside the team is usually better, and for that, we recommend using Delegation Levels.
“Sometimes you make the right decision, sometimes you make the decision right.”
(Source: Phil McGraw)