Autonomy

Carte Blanche
Carte Blanche refers to the full freedom and authority to act at one's own discretion. It is often used in business contexts to describe a situation where an individual is given the broad authority to make decisions and take actions as they see fit, without requiring additional approval.
Division
A part of an organization, usually an investment center or profit center which, although ultimately responsible to head office, enjoys a degree of autonomy in terms of decisions.
Employee Empowerment
Employee empowerment refers to the practice of giving employees more responsibility and autonomy in decision-making processes within an organization. This approach can lead to improved decision-making, as well as enhanced training, motivation, and productivity among employees.
Profit Center
A profit center is a segment of a business organization that is responsible for generating its own revenue and profitability, often operating autonomously within a larger entity.

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