Evidence-based management : practice implications for optimising decisions

Abstract

Evidence-Based Management encompasses a series of knowledge-oriented practices aimed at improving decision quality. It achieves this by assessing and critically evaluating various evidence sources, including professional expertise, organisational data, scientific literature, and stakeholder values and intentions. By intelligently integrating these resources and adopting a more rational approach, the sustainability and management of risks in decision quality are enhanced. This article provides a high-level overview of EBMgt, utilising the principles of the PICOC framework and the 6As approach to clarify the general process of assessing the best actions based on the available evidence and its quality. Ultimately, EBMgt is not a strict formula; it demands leadership qualities in decision-making to ensure thorough exploration of options and to avoid biased selection strategies that could undermine potential courses of action.