decentralization The dispersal of the power and duty to take decisions away from the centre and towards other bodies. Use with another appropriate descriptor such as MANAGEMENT, GOVERNMENT, etc(Transfert du pouvoir et des compétences en vue de donner un pouvoir de décision à des autorités distinctes du pouvoir central. Utiliser avec d'autres descripteurs appropriés, tels que GESTION, GOUVERNEMENT, etc)
decentralisation Basic organizational leadership concept and process of shifting and delegating power and authority from a higher level to subordinate levels within the administrative/managerial hierarchy in order to promote independence, responsibility, and quicker decision-making in applying or interpreting policies and procedures to the needs of these levels
