---
title: "Make decisions transparent"
source: "https://virtualddd.com/heuristics/make-decisions-transparant/"
authors: ["Andrea Magnorsky", "Kenny Schwegler"]
tags: ["decentralised decision-making", "facilitating software architecture and design"]
type: "guiding heuristics"
question: "Where should an organization begin its journey toward systems change and more effective decision-making?"
submitter: "Kenny Schwegler"
---

# Make decisions transparent

## Context

Transparency is a crucial starting point for any organisation looking to improve its decision-making process, regardless of its current state. By increasing visibility, you can pinpoint areas that need improvement and begin to shift the culture.

## Examples

Instead of an architect or a small group making decisions behind closed doors, a team starts documenting their decision-making process for everyone to see. This provides a memory of what happened and why, making it easier for others to understand and contribute.