1: Governance
To maintain a governance structure that provides for broad participation in the development of policy positions and a more
cohesive, inclusive and efficient decision-making process.
Other Information:
The ANSI governance structure recognizes the importance of distinguishing, in terms of governance, among: • Establishing strategic
direction for the federation which is best addressed by a broad-based representative body • Providing organizational oversight
for the Institute which should be managed by a smaller group • Formulating federation policies and positions, which benefit
from the widest possible input. In terms of membership involvement, the ANSI governance structure recognizes the difference
in having access to meaningful information, having the ability to participate in the development of a policy position, and
having the authority to vote on a final decision. Within ANSI, all members have access to meaningful information. All interested
members have an opportunity to participate in the policy development processes by providing input at a specified point of
contact on a particular issue – where the governance body with the decision-making authority is clearly delineated. Issues
are deliberated in a single or minimum number of forums within ANSI where representatives from all constituent groups may
participate and a cross-pollination of ideas can occur.
Objective(s):
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