Determines the relative advantages and disadvantages of available options. Keys in undertaking an evaluation are: Consider all relevant factors/criteria not just one or two, or of them – ‘most’ Allocate sufficient time for evaluation never rush this stage of the process – Use a team of people to undertake the evaluation as opposed to doing it on your – own Document your thoughts and findings never rely solely on memory to provide a – foundation for discussion and decision making. Factors to consider A combination of the following topics is commonly used as a matrix against which catering system options can/should be evaluated. The nature of the questions will vary between properties but those presented below are indicative. Evaluation should determine: Nature of the operation Whether the system suits the type of operation being considered: Is the option going to be effective in the context it is being expected to operate?
Determines the relative advantages and disadvantages of available options. Keys in undertaking an evaluation are: Consider all relevant factors/criteria – not just one or two, or ‘most’ of them Allocate sufficient time for evaluation – never rush this stage of the process Use a team of people to undertake the evaluation – as opposed to doing it on your own Document your thoughts and findings – never rely solely on memory to provide a foundation for discussion and decision making. Factors to consider A combination of the following topics is commonly used as a matrix against which catering system options can/should be evaluated. The nature of the questions will vary between properties but those presented below are indicative. Evaluation should determine: Nature of the operation Whether the system suits the type of operation being considered: Is the option going to be effective in the context it is being expected to operate?
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