This page provides an overview of the tools for the optioneering process and links to access them.
EAST is recommended where there are a large number of alternatives and options to consider, that is, ‘coarse screening’. The EAST user guidance provides information about EAST, including the benefits of using it, when to use it and coarse screening outputs.
MCA is used to assess multiple criteria, both quantitative and qualitative, to compare different alternatives and options. The MCA user guidance provides information about the MCA process, including roles and responsibilities, assessment techniques, criteria and scoring.
The AST presents decision makers with an overview of monetised, quantitative and qualitative benefits and costs. The AST user guidance provides information about the benefits of using the AST, when it should be used and how the benefits framework supports assessment.
