RACI Matrix

A RACI matrix is a simple, effective means for defining project roles and responsibilities, providing a comprehensive chart of who is responsible, accountable, consulted, and informed every step of the way.

The RACI matrix is a responsibility assignment chart that maps out every task, milestone or key decision involved in completing a project and assigns which roles are Responsible for each action item, which personnel are Accountable, and, where appropriate, who needs to be Consulted or Informed. The acronym RACI stands for the four roles that stakeholders might play in any project.

R = Responsible

Those who do the work to complete the task. There is at least one responsible, although others can be delegated to assist in the work required.

A = Accountable

The one ultimately answerable for the correct and thorough completion of the deliverable or task, who ensures the prerequisites of the task are met and who delegates the work to those responsible. There must be only one accountable specified for each task or deliverable.

C = Consulted

Those whose opinions are sought.

I = Informed

Those who are kept up-to-date on progress, often only on completion of the task or deliverable.