Authorisation
Also known as: authorisation, authorization, approval
The formal granting of permission for a specific action, transaction, or operational activity.
Authorisation establishes control by ensuring that actions are carried out only by duly approved individuals or entities. In logistics and maritime operations, it may apply to cargo release, payment approvals, charter fixtures, or system access rights. It creates accountability by linking responsibility to designated decision-makers. Authorisation frameworks are typically documented within company procedures or contractual clauses. Proper authorisation mitigates operational, financial, and compliance risks.
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