Factors affecting the making of decisions

• Factors affecting the making of quality decisions:

  • Finance available - May be restricted which might mean the organisation cannot afford to implement the best decision.
  • Staff Resistance - Staff may not agree with the decision and resist the change, making it less effective.
  • The organisation may have policies in place that are restrictive and the decisions may need to be altered to suit policies.
• Factors affecting the making of quality decisions:

  • Lack of technology can mean that new technology needs to be purchased or decisions shelved.
  • Ability of managers, may not have the appropriate skills or initiative to make the best decisions and may be unable to cope with complex decisions or situations, resulting in a poor decision made.
  • Good quality information may not be available to help make informed decisions.
  • External Factors may limit or prevent managers from making decisions they planned.