Decision Memo

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A one-page decision memo

For managers and staff requesting a decision

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MEMORANDUM

TO:

[Name], [Title]

FROM:

[Name], [Title]

CC:

[Names, or delete this line]

DATE:

[Month DD, YYYY]

SUBJECT:

Decision requested: [short description]


Decision requested

[One or two sentences stating the decision needed, who needs to make it, and the date by which it is needed.]

Background

[Describe the situation that requires a decision. Include relevant facts, figures, and constraints. Attach supporting documents rather than including them in full.]

Options considered

Option

Description

Cost

Risks

A. [Name]

[Short description]

$[Amount]

[Main risk]

B. [Name]

[Short description]

$[Amount]

[Main risk]

C. No change

[Result of taking no action]

$0

[Main risk]

Recommendation

[State the recommended option and the reasons for it. Note any conditions or assumptions.]

Next steps

  1. [Step], [owner], [date]
  2. [Step], [owner], [date]
  3. [Step], [owner], [date]

Decision

□ Approved □ Approved with changes □ Not approved

Comments:


Name


Signature


Date