The lesson
A forum may hear a proposal, discuss it, support it or authorize it. Those outcomes are not interchangeable. The record should identify the authority exercised and any conditions. Enthusiastic expressions can be included in the narrative without being converted into spending permission.
- 01Heard
- 02Discussed
- 03Supported
- 04Authorized
Open the scenario and suggested response
A senior leader says the proposal looks sensible and asks for another update next month. Can the team sign the contract? No authorization has been recorded. Confirm who can approve the commitment and obtain an explicit decision through that route.
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