The RACI matrix is developed at the beginning of a project to ensure all team members have a clear understanding of
their role for tasks or in the development of artifacts. The RACI acronym is as follows:
R = Responsible
The person is responsible in the execution of a task, activity, or the artifact. A responsible party performs the
work.
A = Accountable
The person is accountable to ensure the work is accomplished or deliverable is produced. An accountable person may
or may not perform the work, but is held accountable for the timely completion and for the quality of the effort.
C = Consulted
The person is consulted in the performance of a task or artifact and provides expert consulting to ensure the task
is performed correctly or artifact developed with quality.
I = Informed
The perform is informed of the performance of a task or the development of an artifact. The informed person may
require the status of the task or artifact for carry-on work or feedback.
The template provided here is meant to be starting point for most projects at First Niagara. It is the project
manager's responsibility to ensure the RACI matrix is completed for a specific project and communicated to the project
team.
