The force field analysis lists forces against and forces for a certain alternative and sums their scores.
You could also exchange forces against and forces for with disadvantages and advantages of a certain alternative. In a group setting, a force field analysis can also uncover who are resisting or assisting a certain alternative and in that way already prepare for implementation.
Executing the Method
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Generate Forces
For each alternative or idea, generate forces against and forces for this alternative.
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Score Forces
Score each of these forces with a numerical value, preferably on a 1-5 scale (obviously, negative scores for forces against).
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Sum Scores
Sum these scores to get a combined score of the alternative, and decide which alternative to pursue based on the total scores of each individual alternative.