

Structuring is the first step in both making a choice of the 'best' (or most preferred) alternative as well as in optimally allocating resources to a combination of alternatives. The process involves combining logic and intuition with data and judgment based on knowledge and experience. The process is iterative and not necessarily one pass through a fixed number of steps. This might take the form of (a) choosing an alternative course of action, or (b) allocating resources to a combination (portfolio) of alternatives. Upon completion of an Expert Choice evaluation, you and your colleagues will have a thorough, rational, and understandable decision that is intuitively appealing and that can be communicated and justified. clearly communicate to share results, and iterate parts of the decision process when necessary.

