1. The process of distributing power, authority, or functions away from a central location or organization to regional, local, or individual entities
The government implemented a policy of decentralization to give more power to local authorities.
O governo implementou uma política de descentralização para dar mais poder às autoridades locais.
2. The redistribution of administrative, political, or economic functions from central government to peripheral regions or lower levels of governance
Decentralization of services improved access for citizens in remote areas.
A descentralização de serviços melhorou o acesso para cidadãos em áreas remotas.
3. In business and organizations, the delegation of decision-making authority from headquarters to branch offices or regional divisions
The company's decentralization strategy allowed regional managers to make independent decisions.
A estratégia de descentralização da empresa permitiu que gerentes regionais tomassem decisões independentes.