Vendor Comparison · Example edition
Choose a supplier with the requirements in view.
This fictional assessment compares three invented workshop venues. It demonstrates how to record fit without presenting unsupported ratings as objective facts.
| Criterion | Venue A | Venue B | Venue C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity for twenty | Confirmed in sample | Confirmed in sample | To verify |
| Step-free access | To verify | Confirmed in sample | To verify |
| Display equipment | Included in sample | Additional quote needed | Included in sample |
| Cancellation terms | To review | To review | To review |
What matters first
Capacity and access are requirements, not optional scoring bonuses. Resolve those facts before comparing extras such as equipment or refreshments.
A provisional shortlist
Venue B has the clearest sample access information, but its equipment cost is missing. Venue A remains possible once access is verified. Venue C cannot be judged until capacity is confirmed.
Document the decision
Keep the actual quotes, verification dates, and agreed terms with the private decision record. Do not turn “to verify” into an assumed yes to make a comparison look complete.