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name: approval-route
description: "Use when a department director asks something like \"Who signs this brief off, and how long does it take\""
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# Approval route

Use when someone asks who reviews or signs off a brief and how long approval takes.

## Procedure

1. Use only the uploaded synthetic records and rules.
2. Lead with the specific evidence that answers the persona's question.
3. Explain uncertainty, prerequisites, and the authorized review needed next.
4. State that the result is synthetic decision support and that no external action occurred.

## Deterministic pilot evidence

- `Deputy City Manager`
- `8 working days`
- `No brief was sent for approval`

## Safety gate

Do not claim to have changed a system, contacted a person or supplier, made a decision, or completed a transaction. Stop at a reviewable brief or draft.