Role Clarity (RAPID)
Reference model
RAPID clarifies who does what in a decision-making process.
About this model
RAPID is a framework that helps define roles in decision-making processes: Recommend, Agree, Perform, Input, Decide.
Originator not stated.
How to read it
- Take one important decision at a time and read the five roles from left to right: Recommend, Agree, Perform, Input, Decide.
- Check that exactly one person or role holds Decide for each decision.
- Look for gaps (an empty role) and overlaps (the same name in conflicting roles) and resolve them before acting.
What this does
Clarifies decision-making roles in a team to enhance accountability and streamline processes.
When to use it
Use it when teams are unclear about who is responsible for decisions, leading to delays and confusion.
Not when: Do not use it when roles are already well-defined or when the team is too small for role clarity to matter.
What happens next
Review the clarified roles in a team meeting to ensure understanding and buy-in.
Golden thread
Builds on ←
- Current role definitions
- Decision-making process overview
Feeds into →
- Team meeting agenda
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Drafted with AI and reviewed by Eccellere on 04/11/2026. Guidance, not advice: apply your own judgement.