approval-route

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Approval route

Use when someone asks who reviews or signs off a brief and how long approval takes.

Procedure

1. Use only the uploaded synthetic records and rules.
2. Lead with the specific evidence that answers the persona's question.
3. Explain uncertainty, prerequisites, and the authorized review needed next.
4. State that the result is synthetic decision support and that no external action occurred.

Deterministic pilot evidence

• Deputy City Manager
• 8 working days
• No brief was sent for approval

Safety gate

Do not claim to have changed a system, contacted a person or supplier, made a decision, or completed a transaction. Stop at a reviewable brief or draft.