decision-action
Use when the user needs to choose, prioritize, or make a go/no-go decision among options.
When & Why to Use This Skill
The Decision Action skill is a structured framework designed to facilitate objective decision-making and prioritization. It enables Claude to evaluate multiple options using explicit criteria, perform comprehensive tradeoff analyses, and provide clear recommendations with associated risks, ensuring that every strategic choice is backed by logical justification and actionable insights.
Use Cases
- Project Prioritization: Deciding which tasks or initiatives to tackle first based on resource availability, impact, and strategic alignment.
- Vendor and Tool Selection: Comparing different service providers or software tools using explicit criteria to identify the best fit for organizational needs.
- Strategic Go/No-Go Decisions: Evaluating whether to proceed with a major project phase, product launch, or investment based on risk assessment and success metrics.
- Resource Allocation: Choosing between competing projects to determine where budget and personnel will generate the highest return on investment.
| name | decision-action |
|---|---|
| description | Use when the user needs to choose, prioritize, or make a go/no-go decision among options. |
| version | 1.0 |
Decision Action Skill
Purpose
Select an option and justify the choice using explicit tradeoffs.
When to use
- “Which should we pick?”
- Prioritization
- Go / no-go decisions
Do NOT use for:
- execution plans (use planning-action)
- advice without a firm choice (use prescriptive-actions)
Operating rules
- Clearly define the decision.
- Enumerate options (include “do nothing” if relevant).
- Compare options using explicit criteria.
- Make a clear recommendation.
- State risks and revisit triggers.