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Matrix

A decision matrix structures comparison

  • A simple matrix helps compare hard-to-compare options.
  • Use both qualitative notes and rough scores.
  • The matrix should expose disagreement, not hide it.
Weak versus strong

Criteria

Weak

Looks nice, seems easy.

Strong

User value, business value, effort, risk, confidence.

Evidence

Weak

Numbers without reasons.

Strong

What supports the score and what is missing?

Outcome

Weak

Highest score wins automatically.

Strong

Decision plus tradeoff accepted.