Research, score, and draft the recommendation memo

Combine cited research, weighted scoring, and a decision memo so the recommendation is transparent.

Tool

Research tool -> Claude.ai -> memo

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Analysis & Decisions

Free

Setup

1.3 hrs

One-time setup estimate

Workflow

1Collect the source material for "Compare solution options and tradeoffs" before opening the tool.
2Run the starter prompt in Research tool -> Claude.ai -> memo and paste in the real context.
3Review the output for accuracy, tone, names, numbers, and policy-sensitive details.
4Save the improved prompt or checklist so the next run takes less time.

Inputs you need

- Business Analyst
- Compare solution options and tradeoffs
- Examples, notes, files, or customer context for this task
- Your preferred tone, constraints, and final format

Expected output

- Research, score, and draft the recommendation memo
- A usable draft or workflow for compare solution options and tradeoffs
- A repeatable prompt you can improve after each run

Ready-to-copy asset

Starter prompt

Create a decision memo from this research and options table.
Research: [PASTE]
Options table: [PASTE]
Return: recommendation, rationale, score summary, risks, implementation assumptions, and decision needed from leadership.

Caveats

- Do a human review before sending, publishing, filing, or making a decision.
- Verify numbers, names, claims, citations, and compliance-sensitive details.
- AI drafts. You decide. Final responsibility is yours.

Measurable value

3 hrs saved per run

Before: 4 hrs. After: 1 hrs.

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