RACI Matrix Templates

Structured RACI matrix templates that map every task to clear ownership roles so teams stop guessing who is supposed to do what.

By ClickUp Editorial Team·Staff Writers at ClickUp

Updated May 30, 2026

Which Framework Fits Your Decision

Each template scores tasks on a different set of factors. Match the framework to the call you're making, then grab it below.

Framework	Best for	How you score	What you get
Standard RACI Matrix↓	Most cross functional projects	Fill every cell with R, A, C, I, or leave blank; verify one A per row	A single grid that eliminates ownership confusion across the entire project
RASCI Matrix↓	Large teams with shared workloads	Same as RACI, plus assign S to contributors who assist R without owning the outcome	A clearer picture of who helps versus who decides on tasks with multiple contributors

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Standard RACI Matrix

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Standard RACI Matrix

Excel

Best for Most cross functional projects

The classic four role grid mapping Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed to every task or deliverable.

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RASCI Matrix

Google Sheets

Best for Large teams with shared workloads

Extends RACI with a Supportive role for teams where multiple people contribute to a task but only one person drives it.

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How to Choose Between RACI and RASCI

Use the Standard RACI Matrix for most projects. Four roles are enough when each task has one clear owner and the distinction between doing the work (R) and approving the work (A) is all you need. Teams of 3 to 8 people running a single project rarely need the fifth role.

Switch to RASCI when tasks routinely involve 3 or more contributors and you need to separate the person driving the deliverable from the people supporting it. A 20 person marketing launch where designers, copywriters, and developers all contribute to each asset is the classic use case. Without the S role, everyone marked R assumes someone else is leading.

Common Mistakes

The most frequent RACI failure is assigning two people as Accountable on the same row. Accountability must sit with one person per deliverable. If you cannot pick one, the task needs to be split into smaller deliverables with clear ownership boundaries.

The second most common mistake is leaving the matrix in a shared drive and never referencing it. A RACI that nobody reads is worse than no RACI, because the team assumes roles are documented when they are not. Review it at the kickoff, update it at phase gates, and reference it when ownership questions arise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The standard RACI has four: Responsible (does the work), Accountable (approves the work), Consulted (provides input before), and Informed (notified after). RASCI adds a fifth, Supportive, for contributors who assist without owning the outcome. Beyond five roles, the matrix loses clarity.

Yes, especially on small teams. The project manager often holds both R and A on planning deliverables. The distinction matters most when the person doing the work is different from the person who signs off. On a 3 person team, doubling up is normal. On a 20 person team, separating them prevents bottlenecks.