Why it matters
It explains that democratic governance does not mean every member decides every operational issue; co-ops need clear, supported decision processes.
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Teams clarifying what decisions belong to members, boards, managers, and operational meetings.
This is one of the clearest plain-language resources on decision authority in worker co-ops. It balances democratic participation with the practical need for timely, accountable decisions. It is especially useful for teams that are moving from informal consensus toward more durable governance structures.
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