🔍 Responsibilities of the Appointing Party:
Under ISO 19650, the Appointing Party plays a critical role in the project's information management process, including:
Defining project requirements (such as information needs, standards, and delivery timelines)
Selecting and appointing delivery teams and suppliers
Setting up information protocols and ensuring the right tools and systems are in place
Reviewing and approving information deliverables
Maintaining accountability for the overall success of information management
📘 Examples of Appointing Parties:
A government agency funding a public infrastructure project
A developer commissioning a commercial building
A university initiating a campus expansion
The Appointing Party is central to ensuring that everyone on the project understands what information is needed, when, and in what format — helping the entire team align from day one.