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Structured prioritization method that weights criteria and scores alternatives numerically.
The Weighted Scoring Model is a structured prioritization technique that assigns weights to criteria and scores alternatives numerically to create transparent decisions. It reduces subjective bias, yields reproducible priorities, and helps stakeholders balance value, effort, and risk. Typical uses include product roadmaps, feature prioritization, and investment decisions.
Measures time between prioritization decision and actual execution.
Captures approval and acceptance of prioritized outcomes among relevant stakeholders.
Percentage of items marked as high priority that were implemented.
A small product team uses WSM to focus limited development resources on customer and market value.
Procurement evaluates vendors by cost, integration and SLA to justify a transparent selection.
The team uses weighted criteria to weigh short-term hotfixes against strategic investments.
Define objectives and relevant decision criteria.
Set criterion weights based on stakeholder priorities.
Score all options and compute totals.
Present results, perform sensitivity analysis and validate.
Transfer prioritization to planning systems and document decisions.