Solution Evaluation Framework: Fit, Dependencies, Risk and Evidence
Apply the FDRE framework to evaluate complete solution paths across fit, dependencies, risk and evidence.
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A credible solution evaluation tests outcome fit, enabling dependencies, risk exposure and evidence strength together. One strong dimension should not hide failure in another.
The FDRE framework
Evaluate the complete path, including services and operating change.
- 01
Fit
How directly does the path satisfy confirmed needs and outcomes?
- 02
Dependencies
What data, skills, integrations and decisions must be ready?
- 03
Risk
What can fail, who bears the consequence and what treatment is credible?
- 04
Evidence
Which claims are verified, demonstrated, assumed or unknown?
Strong fit, fragile dependency
A path fits the workflow but depends on identity data two regions cannot supply. The team can reject, phase or investigate it; the dependency must not disappear beneath a feature score.
What this method cannot guarantee
- Evidence and operating conditions can change; revisit the record when a material input changes.
- This method structures evidence and judgement; accountable people still make and own the final decision.