unauthorized decision
[/ˌʌnˈɔθəraɪzd dɪˈsɪʒən/]
nounpl: unauthorized decisions
decisão não autorizada
1. A decision made without proper authority, permission, or approval from a person or entity with the power to grant such authorization
The manager made an unauthorized decision to hire three new employees without consulting the director.
O gerente tomou uma decisão não autorizada de contratar três novos funcionários sem consultar o diretor.
2. An action or choice taken in violation of established protocols, policies, or chain of command
The unauthorized decision to release confidential information resulted in legal consequences.
A decisão não autorizada de divulgar informações confidenciais resultou em consequências legais.
In both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, unauthorized decisions are treated seriously as they may violate governance structures, company policies, and legal compliance requirements. In Brazil, this concept is particularly important in hierarchical corporate structures where chain of command is traditionally emphasized. In the USA, unauthorized decisions may trigger compliance reviews and potential disciplinary action. In Portugal, the concept aligns more closely with EU regulatory frameworks regarding corporate governance.
NYC Slang
rogue decision, off-the-books call
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