decision-making
noun
: the act or process of deciding something especially with a group of people
The project will require some difficult decision-making.
All members of the organization have a role in decision-making.
—often used before another nounthe company's decision-making process
Examples of decision-making in a Sentence
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The sector as a whole must learn to trust and equip local leaders with funding and decision-making responsibility.
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Kennedy Odede, Fortune, 15 May 2024
The California State Auditor’s office will review the settlement agreement between the city and the operator of the air show held annually in Huntington Beach, looking to reveal what went into the decision-making process that led to the city paying out nearly $5 million.
—Michael Slaten, Orange County Register, 15 May 2024
In a traditional capitalist system, decision-making power and wealth are concentrated in the hands of a few top executives and shareholders.
—Erika Page, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 May 2024
The benefits of adopting FinTech solutions are manifold: time-saving efficiencies, cost-effective operations, improved decision-making capabilities, and scalability – all essential ingredients for sustainable growth.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
Expect this same philosophy to inform the decision-making process at Bugatti as well.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 May 2024
The university senate, the school’s primary decision-making body, passed a resolution two days later saying the move raised serious questions about her respect for shared governance.
—Zachary Schermele, USA TODAY, 2 May 2024
Maricopa County Superior Court issued a decision on Aug. 1, 2022, granting Joseph and his ex-wife joint decision-making authority and equal parenting time.
—Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 1 May 2024
Some of the listening sessions have grown contentious, with some attendees saying Fort Worth ISD leaders haven’t done enough to keep the broader community informed about the decision-making process.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Apr. 2024
Kennedy Odede, Fortune, 15 May 2024
The California State Auditor’s office will review the settlement agreement between the city and the operator of the air show held annually in Huntington Beach, looking to reveal what went into the decision-making process that led to the city paying out nearly $5 million.
—Michael Slaten, Orange County Register, 15 May 2024
In a traditional capitalist system, decision-making power and wealth are concentrated in the hands of a few top executives and shareholders.
—Erika Page, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 May 2024
The benefits of adopting FinTech solutions are manifold: time-saving efficiencies, cost-effective operations, improved decision-making capabilities, and scalability – all essential ingredients for sustainable growth.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
Expect this same philosophy to inform the decision-making process at Bugatti as well.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 May 2024
The university senate, the school’s primary decision-making body, passed a resolution two days later saying the move raised serious questions about her respect for shared governance.
—Zachary Schermele, USA TODAY, 2 May 2024
Maricopa County Superior Court issued a decision on Aug. 1, 2022, granting Joseph and his ex-wife joint decision-making authority and equal parenting time.
—Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 1 May 2024
Some of the listening sessions have grown contentious, with some attendees saying Fort Worth ISD leaders haven’t done enough to keep the broader community informed about the decision-making process.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Apr. 2024
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“Decision-making.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decision-making. Accessed 18 May. 2024.
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