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# FAQ

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<summary>What is this “decision-making process” all about? Why do we need it at all? </summary>

The decision-making process is about enabling us to take more informed decisions with more graceful processes. The process aims at empowering the team to take ownership of their decisions

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<summary> Why should I include other people in a decision, if everyone in oikos already has their designated role which they are responsible for?</summary>

There are several reasons why you might want to include some people or the whole team in the process like:&#x20;

* Learning about other perspectives in order to be better informed.
* Improve the proposal of a decision by including the people affected&#x20;
* Taking one more step that your proposal will land with the people who will be using it&#x20;

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<summary>How can I know if more people (and who) should be included in the process? </summary>

It is recommended to ask yourself the following questions to decide, whether to include more people in the process than just yourself:&#x20;

* What is the scope of the decision?&#x20;
* Who is affected by the decision, both directly and indirectly, internally and externally?
* &#x20;Will the decision have a significant impact on the work or “oikos experience” of others? If yes, who are those people?&#x20;
* Could it help to involve the people affected in order to increase the adoption of the changes which result from the decision?&#x20;
* Which perspective haven't you considered yet, but could add a lot?&#x20;

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<summary> If there is an objection, am I not allowed to move on with my decision? </summary>

No. you have to consider the objection and at least clarify why, given the case, you still won’t adjust your proposal/would like to move ahead with it. If the person objection still holds a lot of resistance, he or she should get involved in further shaping the proposal with you.

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Any further questions? Reach out to the team development team!&#x20;