GUIDELINES TO NRDC feb 24 2014

Chapter Summary, ContinuedKey points (continued)Topic Summary PageBefore Direct further research to--5-6completing x Review remaining alternatives.andresearchx Replace assumptions.5-7(continued) x Evaluate potential disagreements.Before completing research and choosing an alternative, seek outpotential disagreement and try to resolve it informally.Step 4 Use Saaty's analytical hierarchy matrix to weigh alternatives. 5-8Step 5 After analyzing alternatives, pick the best one; coordinate it, and 5-9then submit it to decision maker for approval. Don't waste time tryingto pick the perfect solution.Step 6 Follow up aggressively or decision will fail for lack of resolve or timid 5-9execution. Prepare an MFR and implementing documents.Adaptive Use when you have little time and don't need exhaustive analysis. 5-10decisionAdaptive TechniqueDescriptionandmaking Intuition.Truth based on gut feelings.5-11Calculated delay. Intentional procrastination.Flexible decision. Decisions with options.Hedging.Decisions with built-in safeguards.Rules of thumb. Pragmatic rules that usually work.Exploration.Modified trial and error.Decision staggering. Incremental decisions.Mixed scanning. Cautious steps, close assessment.Gainingpower tomakedecisionsSome people use negative coping behavior to avoid decisions: 5-12BehaviorStallingOverreactingVacillatingTaking half-measuresDescriptionObsessive gathering of facts.Shooting from the hip.Reversing decisions.Muddling through.Delegation Ensure the tasking authority delegates sufficient authority for task. 5-12Management Boss authorizes you to make certain decisions and refer exceptions 5-13by exception upward. Increases flexibility and saves time.Intent State your intent with a plan. Gives you authority to act.5-13Know boss's intent: Can make decisions without extensive guidance.Problems,decisions,managersIn solving today's problems, mediocre managers simply restore thestatus quo. Effective managers delegate problems. This frees themto discover opportunities, develop options, and make quality decisions.5-14NRDC GRC – Staff Handbook 5-16