Build a weighted decision matrix

When the comparison has enough moving parts that you cannot hold it in your head.

Build a weighted decision matrix for the choice below.

1. Propose the criteria. Include at least one I did not mention that you think matters, and say why.
2. Propose weights summing to 100. Justify each weight in one line.
3. Score each option 1 to 5 per criterion, marking any score you are inferring rather than reading off a known fact.
4. Show the weighted totals as a table.
5. Then do the part people skip: tell me how much the weights would have to move to change the winner. If a small nudge flips the result, the matrix is not deciding this and you should say so.

Do not adjust weights to make the answer come out tidy.

The decision:


Options:

Comparing options. Weighing real candidates against your criteria, from a quick side-by-side to a full vendor evaluation.