Apply RACI to clarify ownership in a cross-functional project.
RACI is a cleanup tool for fuzzy ownership RACI stands for Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed. It is most useful when work crosses teams and people are using vague language like "we own it" or "loop everyone in." Responsible means who does the work. Accountable means who is answerable for the result and final call. Consulted means who gives input before the decision. Informed means who needs to know afterward. The rule that matters most: one Accountable owner per decision or deliverable. Multiple Responsible contributors are normal. Multiple Consulted stakeholders are normal if their input changes the work. Multiple Accountable owners…
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