Combine the options remaining from the screening process. Add or subtract any options or ideas to form a range of alternatives that meet the broad range of identified needs and objectives. Carefully name the alternatives so that participants can clearly talk about them. In general, participants will associate with more descriptive names related to what the alternative does rather than some vague number or letter. View options as a cafeteria line where you pick from your developed list and combine them to form alternatives.
Numerous combinations are possible.
This can also reveal potential problems or adverse impacts which must either be avoided or mitigated. An influence diagram can help examine interactions. Consider Benefits Benefits are a summary of public values and national interests. Considering resources and constraints allows illuminates important effects that should be considered during future evaluation to develop equitable alternatives. Ask who will i mplement the solution and how it will be paid for.