Ownership / RACI
How ownership and decision rights reduce ambiguity and delays.
Participation is not ownership
A final owner must be clear.
Task Owner differs from Decision Owner
Execution and authority are different.
Framework: Work → Owner → Decision Right → Contribution → Accountability
Use five layers.
Responsible ≠ Accountable
Many can execute; accountability must stay clear.
Make Decision Rights explicit
Clarify approval and rejection authority.
Too much consultation slows work
Consult proportional to risk.
Informed is a valid role
Visibility does not require execution.
Ownership needs escalation
Define when and where to escalate.
Applying this on Forwork
Use an Ownership Block across milestones and decisions.
Conclusion
Work → Owner → Decision Right → Contribution → Accountability.