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Step #1 -- Determine the decision criteria and collect alternatives

The first step in creating a Pugh matrix is to brainstorm the evaluation criteria on which decisions should be based. If possible, customers should be involved in this process. Typically, criteria should include elements of Quality (includes performance), Cost, and Schedule.

For example, criteria for an Anti-Torque Device in a helicopter might be:

  1. Quality

  2. Cost

  3. Schedule

Next Step: Step #2 -- Create the Pugh Matrix using Quantum XL