What are administrative orders used for according to Policy 109?

Administrative orders are designed to implement immediate necessary changes in response to urgent situations or emerging needs within an organization or system. This enables institutions to address critical issues swiftly and effectively, ensuring that operations can continue smoothly and that any risks or challenges can be managed promptly.

The immediate nature of these orders distinguishes them from options that suggest more long-term adjustments or routine processes. While long-term policy changes involve broader and more protracted discussions and planning, administrative orders focus on quick action. Similarly, standard procedure adjustments or routine reviews and audits do not capture the essence of the immediate response that administrative orders are intended to provide. This context highlights why the focus on immediate necessary changes is the defining characteristic of administrative orders within the framework established by Policy 109.