linear accountability
[/ˈlɪniər əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/]
nounfemininepl: linear accountabilities / responsabilidades lineares
responsabilidade linear
1. A hierarchical system of accountability where responsibility flows in a single, direct chain from top management down through organizational levels, with each person answerable to only one superior
The company implemented linear accountability to clarify who was responsible for each decision.
A empresa implementou responsabilidade linear para esclarecer quem era responsável por cada decisão.
2. An organizational structure where authority and responsibility follow a vertical line without cross-functional delegation
Linear accountability made it difficult for departments to collaborate on projects.
A responsabilidade linear dificultava a colaboração entre departamentos em projetos.
3. A management principle where each employee has a single direct supervisor to whom they report and are accountable
Under linear accountability, there was no confusion about reporting relationships.
Sob a responsabilidade linear, não havia confusão sobre relações de subordinação.
Linear accountability is a concept deeply rooted in traditional American and Brazilian corporate hierarchies, reflecting Weberian organizational theory. While historically dominant in large corporations and government agencies in both countries, modern organizations increasingly favor matrix or distributed accountability models to promote collaboration and innovation. The term is more prevalent in formal business discourse in Brazil than in Portugal, where flatter structures have gained popularity.
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