ground-level authority
[/ɡraʊnd ˈlevəl ɔːˈθɒrɪti/]
nounpl: ground-level authorities
autoridade de nível operacional
1. Authority held by individuals or organizations at the frontline or operational level, directly involved in implementation and field operations rather than strategic decision-making
The ground-level authority of local managers proved crucial in quickly responding to the crisis.
A autoridade de nível operacional dos gerentes locais foi crucial para responder rapidamente à crise.
2. Decision-making power delegated to those working directly with clients, customers, or in the field
Ground-level authority empowered the field workers to make immediate adjustments without waiting for corporate approval.
A autoridade de nível operacional permitiu que os trabalhadores de campo fizessem ajustes imediatos sem esperar aprovação corporativa.
3. Legitimacy or power recognized at the grassroots or community level
The NGO's ground-level authority came from their direct relationships with residents.
A autoridade de nível operacional da ONG veio de seus relacionamentos diretos com os moradores.
This term is prevalent in modern management literature and organizational development discussions in both Brazil and the USA, reflecting a shift from hierarchical to more democratic decision-making structures. In Brazilian corporate culture, it represents the movement away from traditional top-down management toward more agile, decentralized operations.
NYC Slang
street-level pull / street authority
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