Decision template

The decision template enables

• a common orientation of the stakeholders and coordination between the various interest groups
• a common point of reference at a later stage
• transparency about decisions taken
• assess the importance and urgency of a decision
• communicate different options and identify the most appropriate one
• the elimination of recurring discussions about issues that have already been decided.

And this is how it works:

1.Identification of key stakeholders:

• Driver:in: Who has an interest/need in the decision?
• Financier:in: Where does the money come from?
• Decision-maker:in: Who can make the decision?

The driver is identified and fills out the decision template.

2. Prioritization & description of the topic:

The driver collects information from various stakeholders and experts to evaluate the prioritization and describe the topic.

• Decisive point in time

When do we need the decision?

Will the company value decrease over time if we make the decision later?

• Enterprise value:

Why do we need a decision?

• Development of opportunities / risk minimization

What risks will be minimized by this decision?

Does this decision enable new business opportunities/improve the business?

3. Variants & impacts:

The driver works out different variants, including their effects, that are possible and presents the variants to the relevant decision-makers. In addition, he/she makes a personal recommendation as to which variant he/she would propose with appropriate justification.

4. Decision:

The decision, including the justification for a variant, is made and documented.