Don’t Rush the Decision.Build the Case.
A disciplined franchise decision progresses from defining your objectives to investigating evidence and making an informed choice.
- Define
- Screen
- Investigate
- Validate
- Capitalize
- Decide
- Build
The Decision Is Built, Not Made.
One step at a time. Open any step to see what it asks of you and which tool answers it.
GO · NOT YET · NO-GO
Every verdict carries its word as well as its color. Two of the three are not a rejection — they are instructions about what to do next.
Evidence supports moving forward on the strategy you defined.
Important information remains unresolved. Resolve it before capital moves.
The opportunity does not support the case you are trying to build.
Evidence Before Decision.
The Decision Is Not the Finish Line.
It’s the Beginning.
Pick the Next Step That Fits You.
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