Delegation of Authority

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Delegation of Authority refers to the process by which decision-making powers and responsibilities are assigned to subordinates within an organization. This practice ensures efficient management by empowering individuals to act on behalf of higher authorities, thereby streamlining operations and enhancing accountability. The delegate authority meaning emphasizes the distribution of power to achieve organizational objectives effectively.

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