Project Management Tools and Techniques | by Business Management Consultants

Projects and People: Authority of a Project Manager
A Project Manager can be given rather specific authority if there is appropriate organizational support. Each of the issues below can be formalized in procedures by the organization.

Sources of Authority

Charter/policy
Job Description
Executive Rank
Procedure Manual
Delegated Responsibility

Also:

Technical Knowledge
Network Of Alliances
Influence Manager
Resolve Conflict (60/40)

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Exercise of Authority

Schedule Changes
Work Priorities
Performance Metrics
Contract Changes
Control All Funds