Assess economic-buyer access

Determine whether we have direct access to the person who can approve budget or make the final decision for [deal]. Use explicit evidence such as title, stated decision authority, budget ownership, sign-off responsibility, or comments from other stakeholders. Return: access confirmed/access not confirmed/insufficient evidence; the supporting evidence; last meaningful interaction if applicable; whether access is direct or mediated; and the next best action. Do not equate seniority alone with economic-buyer status.