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decision-making
The process by which one arrives at a decision. This includes gathering information and weighing different options in order to choose the best option.
Eine gute Datenbasis ist für eine rationale Entscheidungsfindung unerlässlich.
A good data basis is essential for rational decision-making.
The word is composed of 'Entscheidung' (decision) and 'Findung' (finding, from 'finden' (to find)). So it literally describes the process of 'finding' a decision.
Die Entscheidungsfindung in großen Teams kann sehr lange dauern.
Decision-making in large teams can take a very long time.
'Entscheidungsfindung' (decision-making) is a formal term from business, politics, and administrative language. In normal conversation about everyday choices, it is rarely used.
Das Management analysiert den Prozess der Entscheidungsfindung.
Management is analyzing the process of decision-making.
Common verbs used with this noun are 'die Entscheidungsfindung erleichtern' (to make decision-making easier), 'unterstützen' (to support), or 'beeinflussen' (to influence).
Klare Informationen erleichtern die Entscheidungsfindung erheblich.
Clear information makes decision-making considerably easier.
The word is often used with the prepositions 'bei' or 'in' to describe the context of the process. The structure is then 'bei/in der Entscheidungsfindung' (in/with decision-making).
Wer war in die Entscheidungsfindung involviert?
Who was involved in the decision-making?
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Entscheidungsfindung and Beschlussfassung are both related to making a decision, but they refer to different steps. Entscheidungsfindung includes gathering information and weighing options before the decision, while Beschlussfassung is the formal act carried out by a body. Use Entscheidungsfindung for the preparation and Beschlussfassung for the official decision.
Bei der Entscheidungsfindung verglich der Vorstand zunächst die Kosten und Vorteile aller Möglichkeiten.
During the decision-making process, the board first compared the costs and benefits of all the options.
Nach der Beratung folgte im Vorstand die formale Beschlussfassung über den neuen Plan.
After the discussion, the board formally voted on the new plan.
