2.2. The steps until the final choice
A decision is the result of a process and its steps are as important as the final choice. Resuming the elements of
decision theory, it is possible to highlight several decision systems, according to the type and level of decision-making
within an organization:
routine, scheduled, repetitive decisions are taken in accordance with classical reasoning systems based on
rationality and optimization;
short-term, tactical decisions are based on organizational foundations: the specific operating of the entity, habits
and experiences inducing private decision-making systems;
strategic decisions from the highest level are based on political foundations: power, pressure, negotiations of
different groups of actors influence decision-making systems.