defined authority
[dɪˈfaɪnd ɔːˈθɒrɪti]
noun phrasepl: defined authorities
autoridade definida
1. A clearly established and explicitly stated power or right to make decisions, take action, or exercise control within specific limits or boundaries
The manager has defined authority to approve purchases under $5,000.
O gerente tem autoridade definida para aprovar compras abaixo de $5.000.
2. Legal or organizational permission that has been explicitly outlined, documented, and communicated
Each department operates within its defined authority as outlined in the company handbook.
Cada departamento opera dentro de sua autoridade definida conforme estabelecido no manual da empresa.
3. A scope of power that is precise, limited, and unambiguous in its application
The principal has defined authority to make disciplinary decisions regarding student conduct.
O diretor tem autoridade definida para tomar decisões disciplinares sobre a conduta dos alunos.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'defined authority' is a crucial concept in organizational governance and corporate compliance. It reflects a preference for clear hierarchies and explicit documentation of responsibility, particularly in large corporations and government institutions. In Brazil, this term is especially important in discussions of public administration (administração pública) and private sector regulations.
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