This article provides basic work instructions for the Trade-Offs module in Relatics 5, including how to create and document trade-off decisions, variants and link them to relevant subjects.
Introduction
In this module, you can manage all project-related trade-offs. Trade-offs often arise when making decisions between conflicting requirements, functions, object, or activities. Relatics enables you to capture, structure, and evaluate these trade-offs in a transparent and consistent way—supporting well-founded decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Objective
The goal is to ensure traceability and clarity around all significant project trade-offs. In complex projects, choices are often made based on discussions or implicit reasoning, which can lead to confusion or repeated debates later on. Imagine needing to explain why a technical solution was chosen over a cheaper alternative—without a record of the rationale, that’s a challenge.
Solution
Relatics helps formalize this process. By documenting trade-offs in this module—including the options considered, evaluation criteria, motivations, and the final decision—you create a well-structured record that supports transparency and accountability. This enables your project team to reflect on past decisions, align stakeholders, and make future trade-offs more efficiently.
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