Evaluation Criteria

A structured set of standards, metrics, and requirements used to assess alternatives, measure performance, and guide decision-making processes.

Evaluation Criteria

Evaluation criteria form the foundational framework for systematic assessment and decision-making, providing clear metrics and standards against which alternatives can be measured and compared.

Core Components

1. Essential Characteristics

  • Measurability
  • Relevance to objectives
  • Clear definition
  • objectivity
  • Practical applicability

2. Types of Criteria

Quantitative Criteria

Qualitative Criteria

Development Process

1. Criteria Identification

2. Criteria Refinement

Implementation Framework

1. Hierarchical Structure

  • Primary criteria
  • Sub-criteria
  • indicators
  • Measurement methods

2. Scoring Systems

Quality Attributes

1. SMART Principles

  • Specific
  • Measurable
  • Achievable
  • Relevant
  • Time-bound

2. Additional Considerations

Application Domains

1. Project Management

2. Product Development

3. Strategic Planning

Common Challenges

1. Technical Challenges

2. Organizational Challenges

Best Practices

1. Documentation

2. Review and Updates

Success Factors

1. Organizational Support

2. Technical Excellence

Evaluation criteria serve as the cornerstone of effective decision-making processes, providing the structure and standards necessary for objective assessment. Their careful development and implementation enable organizations to make informed choices aligned with their objectives and constraints.