Appendix 4
Decision Analysis Report
Part 1 – Decision / Issue Name Name decision, issue, problem, project, plan or strategy the decision is linked to. | |||
The decision is required to Describe the decision that must be made. It should outline what are the expectations or parameters of the decision to any decision-makers or recipients of the document. Include any timeframes the decision must be made in. | |||
History A brief history of events, reasons or causes that necessitates the decision. This should be an overview only and only contain information relevant to the required decision. It should briefly describe the who, what, when and where of the situation requiring a decision. | |||
Part 2 – Analysis Summarise the analytical processes used, the results of the analysis and their implications – do they support or disprove the issue or problem, what further questions were raised as a result of the analysis. | |||
Analysis | Results | Implications | |
Part 3 – Decision options List all viable, genuine courses of action that address the issue. Briefly list actions to be taken, any costs associated with the option and potential positive and negative outcomes. | |||
Option 1: | |||
Positive outcomes / benefits | Negative outcomes / Risks | ||
Option 2: | |||
Positive outcomes / benefits | Negative outcomes / Risks | ||
Option 3: | |||
Positive outcomes / benefits | Negative outcomes / Risks | ||
Part 4 – Recommendation / Action taken Indicate which course of action is recommended (if making a recommendation to a higher decision-maker) or the action to be taken. Briefly outline the reasoning for choosing this option. | |||
Confirmation / Approval Names, titles, signatures and date of decision or granting of approval Name Title Signature Date Name Title Signature Date Name Title Signature Date | |||