[Verse 1] In the boardroom maze where policies are born Words become the weapons that can heal or leave us torn "Shall" commands like thunder, mandatory and clear While "should" suggests direction when the optimal path appears [Chorus] Shall commands, should suggests, may permits the choice Three precise distinctions give your controls a voice No more "adequate" guessing, no "appropriate" doubt Measurable criteria is what management's about Shall, should, may - the trinity of control Precision in your language makes the system whole [Verse 2] "Reasonable" means nothing when the auditors arrive Without specific metrics, regulations can't survive Define your measurements, attach them to each word "Appropriate with limits" ensures your voice is heard [Chorus] Shall commands, should suggests, may permits the choice Three precise distinctions give your controls a voice No more "adequate" guessing, no "appropriate" doubt Measurable criteria is what management's about Shall, should, may - the trinity of control Precision in your language makes the system whole [Bridge] When ambiguity creeps in through the cracks Your control framework crumbles and the system attacks Bind your fuzzy language to concrete facts Transform vague intentions into binding pacts [Verse 3] "Must comply" or "required" - shall's the word to choose "Recommended practice" - should's the tool to use "Optional enhancement" - may provides the gate Eliminate confusion before it's too late [Chorus] Shall commands, should suggests, may permits the choice Three precise distinctions give your controls a voice No more "adequate" guessing, no "appropriate" doubt Measurable criteria is what management's about Shall, should, may - the trinity of control Precision in your language makes the system whole [Outro] Every clause you architect, every rule you write Language precision transforms darkness into sight Shall, should, may - remember these three Management control mastery is the key
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