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Decision Record — Capture the reasoning

Use this form to record the essential context, options, assumptions, and review plan for any meaningful decision. Keep entries concise — the goal is clarity and learnability.

A short, specific phrase that names the decision.
Date of the decision.
Who is accountable for this decision?
Choose the best-fit category.
One to two sentences describing why you must decide now.
List the alternatives and the main tradeoffs.
What must be true for this decision to succeed?
Data, references, tests, or expert input that inform this decision.
Which option was selected and why?
Concrete metrics that will tell you if the decision is working.
How confident is the team (1 = low, 5 = high)?
1 10
When will you evaluate outcomes and record lessons?
Immediate next steps, owners and deadlines.
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