Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM) Glossary Definition

Term Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM)
Definition

A Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM) maps project work to the roles, people, or groups responsible for it.

Context & Usage

It clarifies accountability and can support work-package ownership, review responsibilities, and communication planning.

Project managers and functional managers use this concept when matching work to available capacity, skills, responsibilities, and team operating agreements.

Related concepts include Resource Allocation, RACI Matrix, Project Manager, Project Team and Stakeholder.

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