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PUBLISHING-MANAGEMENT5 MIN READ

RACI Lines for Editorial Handoffs

Recall practical RACI distinctions for publishing handoffs.

battlecard comparison RACI What does RACI mean in a publishing handoff? Recall the four role types Role clarity Objection Can everyone just approve the proof today? A proof handoff thread has editorial, author, design, production, and marketing copied. Your line Let's separate roles: production is responsible for file readiness, editorial is accountable for content approval, the author is consulted on flagged changes, and marketing is informed once the proof is locked. Asking everyone to approve creates hidden vetoes and slows the handoff. The line preserves inclusion while removing role ambiguity. Consulted vs informed When should someone be Consulted rather than…

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