Accountability and responsibility in organizations: the ethics of discretion

Abstract

The article presents a comprehensive approach to the administrative discretion. The objective of the paper has been to outline a perspective and patterns of behavior, which are helpful defining "discretion in action". Theoretical discussion on the issue has been extended towards practical implications. Author stresses, that establishing a decision-making architecture, leaders of the organization can create learning and supportive environment, which encourages appropriate and limited use of discretion.