Making a decision based on input from relevant coworkers while being competent in the domain you are making the decision in isn't exactly dictatorship?
> This and, especially if the decision maker made it to their level based on merrit.
Assuming a competence hierarchy, that should equal competence. Unfortunately, oftentimes it's not a competence hierarchy. In those cases, it may take some time to trust in someone's competence.
Making a decision based on input from relevant coworkers while being competent in the domain you are making the decision in isn't exactly dictatorship?