decision-capture

Document final project decisions with rationale and traceable artifacts.

4|Updated Jan 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wme3/DeliberateDecisions --skill decision-capture-wme3
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Skill: decision-capture
Source: https://github.com/wme3/DeliberateDecisions/tree/main/skills/decision-capture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wme3/DeliberateDecisions --skill decision-capture-wme3

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Gate 7 ensures final decisions are documented with the full context, rationale, and artifact, enabling clear accountability and future traceability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Documents the final decision, rationale, and associated artifact for governance and stakeholder alignment.
  • Captures required responses and next steps to ensure clarity and commitment.
  • Provides a reusable template for decision capture across teams and initiatives.

Quick Start

Create the final decision artifact by summarizing the decision and documenting the rationale.

Frequently Asked Questions about decision-capture

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I document a final project decision with rationale for stakeholders?

Document a final project decision by summarizing the chosen option, alternatives considered, and decision criteria. This creates a structured rationale artifact that ensures stakeholder alignment and clear accountability for governance review.

What is the best way to capture decision history for future traceability?

Capture decision history by recording the decision context and recommended option in an artifact-ready format. This provides traceable documentation that supports future review and maintains a reusable record of governance alignment.

Why does governance review require structured decision documentation?

Governance review requires structured decision documentation to verify stakeholder alignment and accountability. By capturing the decision context and rationale, teams ensure that every choice is traceable and supported by a clear artifact.

Can I use a reusable template for decision capture across multiple teams?

Yes, you can use a reusable template for decision capture across teams and initiatives. It standardizes the documentation of decision criteria, alternatives, and rationale to ensure consistent stakeholder alignment and traceable history.

What should be included in a decision rationale artifact?

A decision rationale artifact should include the final decision context, recommended option, alternatives considered, and decision criteria. This provides a structured format for stakeholder alignment and supports traceable governance review.

When do I need to create a formal decision artifact?

You need to create a formal decision artifact when finalizing a project decision that requires governance and stakeholder alignment. It documents the rationale, next steps, and required responses to ensure clear accountability and future traceability.