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Write for a decision-maker
A board paper should identify the requested authority, alternatives, value, downside, financing and conditions. Executive brevity depends on rigorous supporting analysis. Show the strongest objection to the recommendation and the response.
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Working relationship
Decision ask + options + value + downside + conditions + owner
What to keep separate
Do not bury unresolved critical conditions under a confident executive summary.
Your task
Write a two-page paper recommending approve, reject or defer; attach a reproducible economic model.