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Models inform decisions

I often repeat the claim that decisions provide the context (superstructure, framework, skeleton, glue) for all other future-focused information.  Decisions create the future and anything that exists (as far as humans can reach) flows from conscious or unconscious decisions on … Continue reading

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Decisions consume requirements

Yesterday I explored the fact that decisions create requirements.  That’s half of the story – decisions also consume requirements. A decision is a wonderful thinking tool that takes in multiple requirements (objectives, goals, constraints, …) and balances them against one … Continue reading

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Decisions create requirements

I have two wonderful grandsons, Luke (4) and Eli (2).   They are a joy to watch, but extremely curious.  So I’m preparing myself for the day when Luke hops into my lap and asks the birds and the bees question, … Continue reading

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Decision management is more than decision-making

There are two fundamental ways to use our Decision Driven® Solutions Framework (DDSF), decision management and decision-making.  Most individuals are looking for quick wins and will naturally jump into decision-making.  That’s the process of thinking through and committing to a … Continue reading

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What are criteria?

Criteria are one of the most fundamental elements of making a high quality decision.  Simply put, criteria are the way that you define success for a specific decision.  There are many synonyms for criteria: factors, measures of effectiveness, attributes, characteristics, … Continue reading

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