Editing Responsibility assignment matrix (section)

=== RAPID ===
:Another tool used to clarify decision roles and thereby improve decision making, is '''RAPID''', which was created by and is a registered trademark of [[Bain & Company]].

:; ''Recommend''
:: The ''recommend'' role typically involves 80 percent of the work in a decision. The recommender gathers relevant input and proposes a course of action—sometimes alternative courses, complete with pros and cons so that the decision maker's choices are as clear, simple and timely as possible.

:; ''Agree''
:: The ''agree'' role represents a formal approval of a recommendation. The 'A' and the 'R' should work together to come to a mutually satisfactory proposal to bring forward to the decider. But not all decisions will need an agree role, as this is typically reserved for those situations where some form of regulatory or compliance sign-off is required.

:; ''Perform''
:: The ''perform'' role defines who is accountable for executing or implementing the decision once it is made. Best-practice companies typically define P's and gather input from them early in the process.

:; ''Input''
:: The ''input'' role provides relevant information and facts so that the recommender and decider can assess all the relevant facts to make the right decision. However, the 'I' role is strictly advisory. Recommenders should consider all input, but they don't have to reflect every point of view in the final recommendation.

:; ''Decide''
:: The ''decide'' role is for the single person who ultimately is accountable for making the final decision, committing the group to action and ensuring the decision gets implemented.