SFS_12Startup Foundation System™ 1–2 weeks (framework); permanent cadence

Go / No-Go Decision Framework

Avoid wasting time and capital. Pressure-test feasibility. Lock the decision checkpoint.

Why it matters

The most expensive decision is to keep building something that shouldn't exist. We install stage-gate kill criteria, a real-options view, and a structured Go / No-Go memo — so the decision to continue (or kill) is made on evidence, not ego.

Scope covered

Stage-gate framework (concept → discovery → MVP → traction)

Kill-criteria per stage (with hard thresholds)

Real Options analysis (defer / abandon / expand value)

Eisenhower matrix (urgent × important) for top 30 bets

Pre-mortem at each gate

Go / No-Go decision memo template

How we run it

Our methodology

A senior-led delivery sequence — not a template dump. Each phase is operated with your team, not handed over as a deck.

1
Decision frame design
Week 1
Define the categories of decisions the framework governs (build, hire, expand, raise, kill) and the decision rights.
2
Criteria & gates
Week 1
Lock the quantitative gates (PMF, unit economics, capacity, runway) plus qualitative criteria per decision type.
3
Decision template & log
Week 1–2
Stand up the one-page decision template (Bezos-style) and the decision log with reviewers and outcomes.
4
Operating cadence
Permanent
Embed the framework in weekly leadership and quarterly board reviews so decisions are made on cadence, not vibe.