A non-manager architect should have some sense. They should know all the open problems in their domain and recognize who is solving them and how well they're doing it.
But, yeah, the scope is basically limited to each employee's direct manager. No one else can reasonably maintain all the context and perspective required to judge accurately.
The fundamental requirement is a high level of competence in the manager. It usually requires significant self-confidence, technical skill, and experience solving similar problems.
But, yeah, the scope is basically limited to each employee's direct manager. No one else can reasonably maintain all the context and perspective required to judge accurately.
The fundamental requirement is a high level of competence in the manager. It usually requires significant self-confidence, technical skill, and experience solving similar problems.