"Source of truth"
"Source of truth" means the authoritative reference that everyone should consult for accurate, current information on a given topic.
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How "Source of truth" shows up at work
Appears most often when two people have different numbers in front of them. Declaring a source of truth sounds like a solution. Whether anyone checks it next time is a separate question.
Buzzword
The CRM is our source of truth for active deals.
Plain English
The CRM is the authoritative reference for active deals.
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