skill-decision-support

Compare competing approaches and present structured options with trade-offs and recommendations.

Updated Jun 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/burgebj/claudeoctopus --skill skill-decision-support-burgebj
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: skill-decision-support
Source: https://github.com/burgebj/claudeoctopus/tree/main/.claude/skills/skill-decision-support
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/burgebj/claudeoctopus --skill skill-decision-support-burgebj

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users make informed decisions when multiple approaches are possible by structuring choices, comparing trade-offs, and clarifying recommendations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Option Generation: Creates 2-4 distinct approaches based on goals, constraints, and risk tolerance.
  • Trade-off Analysis: Evaluates advantages, disadvantages, effort, risk, reversibility, and suitability for each option.
  • Decision Guidance: Presents structured comparisons and recommendations for technical, product, and workflow decisions.

Quick Start

Ask the decision support skill to compare the available approaches for implementing a new feature and recommend the best option based on my constraints.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-decision-support

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

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How do I compare trade-offs between different technical approaches?

Comparing trade-offs between technical approaches requires generating 2-4 distinct options, evaluating advantages, disadvantages, effort, risk, and reversibility, then presenting structured comparisons to clarify the best recommendation based on your constraints.

What is the best way to evaluate options for a product decision?

Evaluating options for a product decision requires context analysis to generate distinct alternatives, comparing trade-offs like suitability and risk, and applying clear decision criteria to recommend the best path forward for your goals.

How do I structure a risk assessment for competing workflow improvements?

Structuring a risk assessment for workflow improvements involves generating multiple approaches, evaluating the risk and effort of each alternative, and comparing their reversibility and suitability to provide clear decision guidance.

Can I use options analysis for technical choices with strict constraints?

Options analysis for technical choices with strict constraints works by generating distinct approaches based on your goals, evaluating trade-offs like effort and risk, and providing a recommendation tailored to your specific limitations.

When do I need structured alternatives analysis for a feature implementation?

Structured alternatives analysis for feature implementation is needed when multiple approaches are possible, requiring you to compare trade-offs, evaluate risks, and clarify a recommendation to make an informed decision.

Does decision support provide recommendations for workflow improvements?

Decision support provides recommendations for workflow improvements by creating distinct approaches, evaluating advantages, disadvantages, and risks, and presenting structured comparisons to guide your final choice.