administrative procedures

Formal organizational processes

Administrative procedures are the formal steps and rules that govern how organizations—especially government agencies—conduct official business.

They include processes for filing applications, handling complaints, issuing permits, and making decisions that affect individuals or entities.

The grant requires strict adherence to administrative procedures.

In law, administrative procedure often refers specifically to the rules governing agency actions and hearings.

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formality and structure

administrative proceduresimprovisation

Spontaneous, unplanned creation

winging it

operational vs. substantive focus

administrative proceduresdirect action

Confrontational political tactics

field work · creative work · productive labor

rule-governed vs. discretionary action

administrative proceduresunilateral action

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