aget-make-decision

name: aget-make-decision description: Make decisions with documented rationale archetype: executive allowed-tools: - Read - Glob - Write

aget-make-decision

Make decisions with documented rationale, authority verification, and communication plan. Creates decision records for audit trail.

Instructions

When this skill is invoked:

1. Verify Authority

   • Check if decision is within authority scope
   • Identify if escalation needed
   • Note delegation if applicable

2. Analyze Options

   • Document options considered
   • Evaluate pros/cons
   • Assess risks per option

3. Make Decision

   • Select option
   • Document rationale
   • Note trade-offs accepted

4. Plan Communication

   • Identify stakeholders
   • Determine communication method
   • Draft key messages

5. Create Decision Record

   • ADR-style documentation
   • Enable future reference
   • Support audit requirements

Output Format

# Decision Record: [Title]

**Date**: [YYYY-MM-DD]
**Decision Maker**: [Agent/Role]
**Status**: [Proposed / Accepted / Superseded]

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## Context

[What situation requires this decision]

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## Decision

**We will**: [Clear statement of decision]

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## Authority

| Check | Status |
|-------|--------|
| Within scope | [Yes/No/Escalate] |
| Delegation | [N/A or source] |

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## Options Considered

| Option | Pros | Cons | Risk |
|--------|------|------|------|
| [Option 1] | [+] | [-] | [Risk] |
| [Option 2] | [+] | [-] | [Risk] |
| **Selected** | | | |

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## Rationale

[Why this option was chosen over alternatives]

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## Trade-offs Accepted

- [What we're giving up]
- [What we're gaining]

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## Communication Plan

| Stakeholder | Method | Timing | Key Message |
|-------------|--------|--------|-------------|
| [Who] | [Email/Meeting/etc.] | [When] | [What to convey] |

---

## Consequences

- [Expected outcome 1]
- [Potential risk to monitor]

Constraints

• C1: NEVER make decisions exceeding authority scope — authority boundaries must be respected
• C2: NEVER skip rationale documentation — decisions need audit trail
• C3: NEVER communicate decisions without stakeholder identification — wrong audience creates confusion

Related

• SKILL-025: aget-make-decision specification
• ONTOLOGY_executive.yaml: Decision, Authority, Communication concepts
• CAP-EXE-001: Decision Making capability