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Data-driven decision framework

Develop a systematic approach to making decisions based on data and metrics

Create a comprehensive framework for incorporating data into your decision-making process, including metrics selection, analysis methods, and decision criteria.

90 minutes
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Overview

Create a comprehensive framework for incorporating data into your decision-making process, including metrics selection, analysis methods, and decision criteria.

Learning objectives

  • Identify key metrics for different decision types
  • Build a data collection and analysis process
  • Create decision criteria based on data thresholds
  • Develop a communication strategy for data-driven decisions

Instructions

Design and document your organization's approach to data-driven decision making.

Steps

1

Map decision processes

20 minutes

Map current decision-making processes

2

Identify data gaps

15 minutes

Identify data gaps and opportunities

3

Design metrics

25 minutes

Design metrics framework

4

Create templates

20 minutes

Create decision templates

5

Document guidelines

10 minutes

Document communication guidelines

Pro tips

  • •Balance quantitative and qualitative data
  • •Consider statistical significance
  • •Account for data quality and reliability
  • •Include feedback loops for decision outcomes

Example outcome

A structured framework that enables consistent, transparent, and effective data-driven decision making across the organization.

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