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Title:
A clear, specific description of the shift in ownership or boundaries
e.g., “Split Observability Capability Between Platform and SRE”

Date:
[YYYY-MM-DD]

Initiator:
Who raised this decision and why?

Context:

  • What’s currently unclear or not working?
  • Which team(s) are impacted?
  • What capability, product, or service is at the center of the issue?

Decision:

  • What change are you making to team boundaries or ownership?

Advice Received:

  • What risks were raised?
  • What alternatives were explored?
  • What perspectives helped shape the decision?

Outcome Goal:

Use an outcome-oriented format:

  • Reduce [confusion | handoffs | rework] in [team or capability]
  • Increase [clarity | autonomy | delivery speed] for [team or service]

Next Steps:

  • What will be done?
  • Who is responsible?
  • When will it be reviewed?