Decision Request template for PowerPoint (SteerCo)
The ask, options, recommendation and impact — built to get a decision in the meeting.
Download (.pptx, 14 KB) Fill it from your notes in PowerPoint
The download is the slide above, made of native PowerPoint shapes you can edit. No sign-up. PMO Pilot, the PowerPoint add-in, fills it from your notes and is free to install.
When to use it
Getting a decision in a steering committee meeting.
How to make it in PMO Pilot
- State the decision needed, and by when, in Edit content → Decision needed.
- Fill Options considered, Recommendation and Impact.
- End with What we need from you — and what happens if no decision is made.
Best for
Executives, Steering committees, Program managers.
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