options-scoring

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

1. Establish base case with current weights
2. Vary one criterion weight at a time (+/- 20%)
3. Recalculate option scores
4. Identify criteria that change the ranking
5. 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