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What is the difference between revision and amendment?

...Amendments governing documents, but the terms have distinct meanings
Both amendment and revision refer to making changes to

are minor (Jennings, 2016). An amendment involves making “specific,
targeted changes” to a few sections of the documents. In contrast,
adjustments, a revision entails completely replacing the existing document
with a new, substantially rewritten document, usually due

while a revision to “significant changes that affect the entire structure” of the
organization (Jennings, 2016, para. 6). Essentially, amendments
are minor adjustments, while a revision signifies a major overhaul.
signifies a major Basically, a revision substitutes a new document for the existing
one. A revision represents an extensive rewrite that may include
overhaul. fundamental changes to the organization’s structure, which might
result in changes to how DKG operates, including governance,
membership, decision-making, voting, and more.

Why choose revision over amendment?

As organizations evolve, certain language in governing
documents may become outdated, making revision necessary. It has been more
There are several reasons for revising our governing documents,
including (a) comprehensive review and analysis, (b) than 15 years since
simplification, and (c) time considerations.
Comprehensive review and analysis: Choosing
to revise the governing documents allows assessment and the governing
evaluation of every article and section. Stout (2024) revealed that
one of the “usual best practices” suggested by many association structure of DKG
management leaders is to do a “governance review from time to
time” (p.16). It has been more than 15 years since the governing has been fully
structure of DKG has been fully revised, making this a prime
time to review and analyze our governing documents to help
identify any outdated provisions and address any potential gaps. revised, making
Simplification: Streamlined governing documents are
crucial as they provide a clear, concise, and efficient description this a prime
of governance structure that enables an organization to operate
smoothly. The simplification of our governing documents will
decrease possible misinterpretations and assist in clarification time to review
between governing processes and operational processes. GAPP
will bring the guidelines, policies, and procedures together in and analyze
one place and out of the Constitution and International Standing
Rules. Creating and maintaining this policy framework will our governing
be an evolving process, continuously and fluidly adapting to
the organization’s changing needs. As new circumstances or
challenges arise, additional policies or procedures may be needed. documents...
For instance, the recent introduction of the DKG Code of Ethics

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