Decision frameworks
When the cheapest useful check should win
A decision rule for using the lowest-cost check that still changes the next move.
Decision Frameworks 6 min read
Section 1
Do not optimize for maximum detail by default
Optimize for the cheapest check that can still change what the crew does next.
Section 2
Satellite is the right first pass when the question is still broad
If the team is choosing where to walk first, broad signal is enough to start.
Section 3
Closer proof is justified when the decision is already narrow
Phone, drone, or advisor time makes sense after the first pass has already narrowed the block.