FDR Template: Team & Boundary
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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?