options-scoring

Business

Multi-criteria decision analysis for solution options with weighted scoring and sensitivity analysis

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Options Scoring Calculator

Overview

The Options Scoring Calculator skill provides specialized capabilities for multi-criteria decision analysis when evaluating solution options. This skill enables objective comparison of alternatives through weighted scoring, sensitivity analysis, and comprehensive recommendation development.

Capabilities

Weighted Evaluation Criteria Definition

Define evaluation criteria with weights
Validate weight allocation (sum to 100%)
Group criteria by category
Apply hierarchical weighting

Weighted Score Calculation

Calculate weighted scores across options
Normalize scores to common scale
Handle missing data appropriately
Generate score breakdowns

Sensitivity Analysis

Perform sensitivity analysis on weights
Identify critical criteria affecting outcomes
Test robustness of rankings
Generate sensitivity charts

Comparison Matrix Heat Maps

Generate comparison matrices with heat maps
Visualize strengths and weaknesses
Highlight differentiating factors
Create spider/radar charts

Pros/Cons Summaries

Create structured pros/cons summaries
Weight significance of each factor
Generate balanced assessments
Develop risk-adjusted views

Feasibility Score Calculation

Calculate feasibility scores by dimension
Assess technical feasibility
Assess operational feasibility
Assess economic feasibility

Recommendation Confidence Levels

Generate recommendation confidence levels
Factor in analysis limitations
Consider uncertainty in inputs
Provide confidence intervals

Usage

Define Evaluation Criteria

Define evaluation criteria for comparing these options:
[Options description]

Include criteria categories and recommended weights.

Calculate Option Scores

Calculate weighted scores for these options:

Criteria and Weights: [Criteria list with weights]
Options: [Option details with ratings]

Generate ranking and score breakdown.

Perform Sensitivity Analysis

Perform sensitivity analysis on this evaluation:
[Evaluation results]

Vary weights by +/- 20% and show impact on ranking.

Generate Recommendation

Generate a recommendation from this analysis:
[Scored options with analysis]

Include confidence level and key considerations.

Process Integration

This skill integrates with the following business analysis processes:

solution-options-analysis.js - Core options evaluation
business-case-development.js - Option comparison for business cases
requirements-elicitation-workshop.js - Prioritization activities

Dependencies

Decision analysis algorithms
Statistical functions for sensitivity
Visualization libraries
Recommendation templates

Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis Reference

Weighted Scoring Matrix Template

Criteria	Weight	Option A	Option B	Option C
Cost	30%	4 (1.2)	3 (0.9)	5 (1.5)
Quality	25%	5 (1.25)	4 (1.0)	3 (0.75)
Speed	20%	3 (0.6)	5 (1.0)	4 (0.8)
Risk	15%	4 (0.6)	3 (0.45)	4 (0.6)
Fit	10%	3 (0.3)	4 (0.4)	5 (0.5)
Total	100%	3.95	3.75	4.15

Rating Scale

Score	Description	Guidelines
5	Excellent	Exceeds all requirements
4	Good	Meets all requirements well
3	Acceptable	Meets minimum requirements
2	Poor	Partially meets requirements
1	Unacceptable	Does not meet requirements

Common Evaluation Criteria Categories

Category	Example Criteria
Financial	Cost, ROI, TCO, Payback period
Technical	Performance, Scalability, Security
Operational	Ease of use, Maintenance, Support
Strategic	Alignment, Future-proofing, Innovation
Risk	Implementation risk, Vendor risk, Technology risk
Time	Time to implement, Time to value

Feasibility Dimensions

Dimension	Key Questions
Technical	Can we build/implement it? Do we have the skills?
Operational	Can we operate it? Does it fit our processes?
Economic	Can we afford it? Is the ROI acceptable?
Legal	Does it comply with regulations?
Schedule	Can we deliver it in time?

Sensitivity Analysis Approach

Establish base case with current weights
Vary one criterion weight at a time (+/- 20%)
Recalculate option scores
Identify criteria that change the ranking
Report "switching point" weights

Recommendation Framework

RECOMMENDATION: [Option X]

CONFIDENCE LEVEL: [High/Medium/Low]

RATIONALE:
- [Key strength 1]
- [Key strength 2]
- [Key strength 3]

KEY RISKS:
- [Risk 1 with mitigation]
- [Risk 2 with mitigation]

ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
- Option Y: Not recommended because [reason]
- Option Z: Not recommended because [reason]

NEXT STEPS:
1. [Immediate action]
2. [Follow-up action]

Decision Documentation Checklist

All options fully described
Criteria aligned with objectives
Weights agreed by stakeholders
Ratings based on evidence
Sensitivity analysis completed
Risks identified and assessed
Recommendation justified
Decision authority identified