The decision-making process is a method of gathering information, assessing

alternatives, and making a final choice with the goal of making the best decision
possible.

Here are the seven steps of the decision-making process:

1. Identify the decision that needs to be made: What is the problem that
needs to be solved? What is the goal you plan to achieve by implementing
this decision? How will you measure success?
2. Gather relevant information: Gathering information related to the decision
being made is an important step to making an informed decision. Does your
team have any historical data as it relates to this issue? Has anybody
attempted to solve this problem before? It’s also important to look for
information outside of your team or company. Effective decision making
requires information from many different sources.
3. Identify the alternatives: Once you have gathered all the relevant
information, it’s time to identify the possible alternatives. What are the
different options available to you? What are the pros and cons of each
alternative?
4. Weigh the evidence: Evaluate the pros and cons of each alternative. What
are the potential benefits and drawbacks of each option? What are the risks
associated with each alternative?
5. Choose among the alternatives: After weighing the evidence, choose the
best alternative and take action. What is the best course of action based on
the information you have gathered?
6. Take action: Implement the chosen alternative. What steps do you need to
take to put your decision into action?
7. Review your decision: After taking action, review the decision and its
impact. Did you achieve the desired outcome? What could you have done
differently? What did you learn from the experience?