# The research starter

## 1. Decision brief
Product / service:
Decision we need to make:
People affected:
What we know (source and date):
What we assume:
What would change our minds:

## 2. Study plan
Research question:
Method and why it fits:
Relevant participant criteria:
Recruitment approach and access needs:
Consent and note handling:

## 3. Neutral interview prompts
Tell me about the last time you [task].
What triggered that?
Walk me through what you did.
What was difficult or unexpected?
What did you do next?
What have I missed?

## 4. Evidence log
Source ID | Observation | Context | Interpretation | Contradiction | Next question

## 5. Decision
What we learned:
What remains uncertain:
Recommendation:
Next action and owner:

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