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Define: Work Authorization

The meaning of “Work Authorization” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Work Authorization defined in a legal contract?

  • Work Authorization means the approval in either electronic or physical form for a supplier to conduct transactions under an agreement in accordance with the applicable Scope of Work (SOW). A SOW is deemed a Work Authorization only if designated as such in writing by the authorizing party. Seen in 28 SEC filings.
  • Work Authorization means the permission to start work for a specific SOW. Seen in 14 SEC filings.
  • Work Authorization means the permission to start work. Seen in 11 SEC filings.
  • Work Authorization or ""WA"" means a purchase order or other authorization document, in either electronic or hard copy form, issued by the authorizing personnel, and is the only authorization for the supplier to perform any work under the agreement. A SOW is a WA only if designated as such in writing by the authorizing party. Seen in 6 SEC filings.
  • Work Authorization means a permission and direction, typically written, to begin work on a specific task or work package. It is a method for sanctioning project work to ensure that the work begins at the right time, and in the proper sequence. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
  • Work Authorization or “WA” means a short form document detailing the Services and Fees to which an agreement's terms and conditions are attached. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
  • Work Authorization or “WA” means a type of task defining work to be performed by the supplier where the necessary work and/or materials required for the completion of the order is not included in the current list of base tasks. Seen in 4 SEC filings.
  • Work Authorization means a written order issued by the contract administrator directing the consultant to perform services and detailing the terms of payment and scope of work. Seen in 3 SEC filings.

Note: pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Work Authorization means official approval in electronic or written form, permitting initiation of specified tasks under an agreement.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When a company is hiring a contractor or consultant to perform a specific task.
  • Embarking on a project that requires third-party involvement.
  • Establishing terms of work between a company and a supplier.

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Work Authorization or ""WA"" is a formal document, like a purchase order, that permits a supplier to perform a designated task.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When a company wants a supplier to provide goods or services.
  • In transactions where a detailed record of goods or services provided is required.
  • If you need written assurance about what work a supplier will perform.

Relevant Sectors

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Work Authorization means official approval in electronic or written form, permitting initiation of specified tasks under an agreement.

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