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Authorization

Definition

(Context: Information Systems Security, Project Management, Technology Management)


(Context:  Information Systems Security) - The process of granting access to data or information systems by the designated authority after proper identification and authentication.

(Context: Technology Management) - The power granted by management to specified individuals allowing them to approve transactions, procedures, or total systems.

(Context:  Project Management) - In general, authorization is the power to make decisions that the management grants. The specific remit for authorization varies on a case-by-case basis.


Reference:

Information Systems Security:  authorization - Glossary | CSRC (nist.gov)

Project Management:  The Complete Glossary of Project Management Terms |Smartsheet

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