By name: davci description: Define clear decision rights - Decider, Approver, Veto, Consulted, Informed. Use when clarifying who decides.
DAVCI Decision Rights
Define clear decision rights using the DAVCI framework.
When to Use
When you need to clarify who decides, approves, and must be consulted on a decision.
The Framework
| Role | Definition | Rules |
|---|---|---|
| D - Decider | Single person accountable for outcome | Exactly one per decision |
| A - Approver | Can override the Decider | Optional; cannot be the D |
| V - Veto | Can block for specific domain | One per domain; time-boxed |
| C - Consulted | Has input before decision | Keep to 5 or fewer |
| I - Informed | Needs to know after decision | Keep targeted |
The Process
1. Define the Decision Object
Be specific about what's being decided:
- Clear title
- Concrete deadline
- Decision type (Strategy, Scope, Design, Technical, Process, Risk, Commercial)
2. Assign Roles
Decider (D):
- Who is accountable for the outcome?
- Must be one person only
Approver (A):
- Does D need air cover for risk/budget/politics?
- If yes, name person one level up
Veto (V):
- Which domains apply? (Security, Legal, Privacy, Brand, Compliance)
- One person per domain
- Set veto window (default: 48 hours)
Consulted (C):
- Who has unique information to improve the decision?
- Cap at 5; merge by role if needed
Informed (I):
- Who must act after or needs awareness?
- Keep targeted to those who need it
3. Add Decision Metadata
- Deadline: Date and time
- Escalation: If blocked 24h, escalate to whom?
- Success test: One checkable sentence
- Comms plan: Channel, audience, timing
Output Format
Decision: [title]
Deadline: [date/time]
Type: [Strategy/Scope/Design/Technical/Process/Risk/Commercial]
D: [name, role]
A: [name, role] or None
V: [Domain - name, window hours]
C: [role/name]; [role/name]
I: [role/name]; [role/name]
Escalation: [name, role]
Success test: [single checkable sentence]
Comms: [channel + audience + timing]
When Not to Use
Do not use this skill when the request is unrelated, low-stakes, or better handled by a simpler direct response.