Selecting Attributes to Measure the Achievement of Objectives

作者: Ralph L. Keeney , Robin S. Gregory

DOI: 10.1287/OPRE.1040.0158

关键词: Meaning (existential)Computer scienceProxy (statistics)Decision analysisStatement (computer science)Natural (music)Decision modelFoundation (evidence)Measure (data warehouse)Management science

摘要: The foundation for any decision is a clear statement of objectives. Attributes clarify the meaning each objective and are required to measure consequences different alternatives. Unfortunately, insufficient thought typically given choice attributes. This paper addresses this problem by presenting theory guidelines identifying appropriate We define five desirable properties attributes: they should be unambiguous, comprehensive, direct, operational, understandable. Each these discussed illustrated with examples, including several cases in which one or more not met. also present model selecting among types natural, proxy, constructed

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