What is Evidence-Based Prioritization?
Making initiative sequencing decisions using quantitative data and validated assumptions rather than opinion.
Evidence-based prioritization is the practice of making initiative sequencing decisions using quantitative data, validated assumptions, and structured frameworks rather than subjective opinions, political influence, or the highest-paid person's opinion (HiPPO). It combines assessment data (where are our gaps?), scoring frameworks (RICE, value/feasibility), validated estimates (proof-of-concept results, industry benchmarks), and explicit criteria (agreed definitions of value and effort). The key principle is transparency: every prioritization decision should trace back to documented evidence that any stakeholder can examine and challenge. This replaces the 'trust me' culture of opinion-based prioritization with a 'show me' culture of evidence-based decision-making.
Related terms
A prioritization framework that scores initiatives on Reach, Impact, Confidence, and Effort.
The systematic process of ranking and sequencing transformation initiatives based on value and feasibility.
The process of getting all key decision-makers to agree on priorities, scope, and success criteria.
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