Decision making
Conference paper
From concept development to implementation: choosing by advantages across an organization
Choosing by Advantages (CBA) is a decision-making method that has been growing in application and acceptance in the last few years within the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC) community. This paper closes the gap on how it can be applied by giving guidance and insights on the development and roll-out of CBA training for...
Guide
Rapid reviews for the built environment: methodology and guidelines
This guide is aimed for the teams who conduct rapid reviews on topics and questions not just for their own use (or publication in an academic journal), but also for stakeholders (or “end users of reviews”; usually policymakers or practitioners).
Fact sheet
Strategies and tactics for influencing decision making
Knowing what to do with scientific research outcomes can be tricky. But, by changing how we present research proposals or findings to government and industry, we have a real chance to influence policy making and industry practice. The fact sheet covers 9 principles: 1. Know what you want to achieve 2. Bring solutions, not problems...
Report
Building better decisions: why good evidence is used (and ignored) in the built environment sector
Evidence-based decision making (EBDM) is a framework that has yielded huge benefits in fields ranging from medicine to social policy.
Guide
Start right guide: guidance on how to get policy projects off to a great start
This guide helps policymakers plan effective policy projects. It focuses on three phases: commissioning conversations (clarifying objectives), exploration (refining strategies), and policy project green light (securing approval). The guide includes structured tools to improve decision-making and stakeholder engagement, ensuring successful policy outcomes.