ARPA is an alternative framework to the [[RACI chart|RACI]] model created by the folks over at [[Help Scout]]. ARPA stands for accountable, responsible, participant, and advisor: **Accountable** The person who is accountable to the business (in some cases the board) for success. Strategic decisions related to the project or initiative are made by this person. **Responsible** One or two people who are responsible for day-to-day execution, making sure the work gets done within project constraints and meets our standards of excellence. Tactical decisions related to the project or initiative are made by these folks. **Participant** People who allocate time and resources to support the project’s delivery, but for whom the project is not a primary role or responsibility. They make decisions related to the quality of the work, but they otherwise look to the Responsible or Accountable party for direction. **Advisor** People who are consulted on one or more aspects, but they have no decision-making authority. ## Reference - [ARPA: A Framework Alternative to the RACI Model](https://www.helpscout.com/blog/arpa-raci-model/) by [[Nick Francis]]