Documented methodology

MGS Strategic Intelligence Framework™

A method for converting incomplete information into traceable, conditional and reviewable decisions.

Methodological hierarchy. The MGS Strategic Intelligence Framework™ is the six-phase overarching framework: Diagnose, Prioritise, Decide, Execute, Govern and Review. The MGS Decision Framework™ is the sub-method used to formulate, compare and close a specific decision within that framework.

Principles

What makes a conclusion defensible

Evidence before narrative

Data, sources and observations are separated from inference and recommendation.

Completeness is not quality

A complete review may conclude that an option is weak; scoring does not reward form filling.

Anchored scales

Scores from 1–5 are tied to observable descriptions to reduce arbitrariness.

Decision conditions

Material recommendations state limits and conditions for start, withdrawal or review.

Visible accountability

Actions close with an owner, date and acceptance criterion.

Proportionate review

The greater the irreversibility, exposure or uncertainty, the stronger the independent verification required.

Process

MGS Strategic Intelligence Framework™

Diagnose

Define the question, scope, sources and uncertainty.

Prioritise

Compare alternatives using explicit criteria and real constraints.

Decide

Set the option, thresholds, conditions and exit alternative.

Execute

Convert the decision into owners, milestones and control.

Govern

Clarify authority, conflicts, information and continuity.

Review

Test outcomes and adapt when the evidence changes.

Scoring model

Why the tools use 1–5 scales and 0–100 results

Element	Function	Limitation
1–5	Forces a distinction between clearly unfavourable, intermediate and favourable conditions.	It does not eliminate judgement; it requires justification.
0–100	Makes dimensions and alternatives comparable.	It is not a scientific probability.
Completeness	Measures whether the review contains evidence, scores, conditions and ownership.	It does not indicate that the decision is good.
Guidance	Translates confirmed data into conditional guidance.	It requires specialist review where appropriate.

When to use it

Multi-dimensional decisions with imperfect evidence

Suitable for structuring comparisons, documenting assumptions, detecting gaps and coordinating owners.

It must not replace audit, independent valuation, or legal, tax, medical, technical or regulatory advice.