Evidence Policy
Methodology scaffold

Benchmark Methodology Template

Use this template before publishing any benchmark metric. Replace placeholders and keep any unknowns explicitly marked as pending validation.

1) Claim statement

[Metric Name]: [Value or pending-validation status]. Include unit and direction of improvement.

2) Population and scope

  • Population definition: [who is included]
  • Sample size: [N]
  • Time window: [start-end]
  • Inclusion/exclusion rules: [rules]

3) Measurement method

  • Source systems used: [systems]
  • Formula: [numerator / denominator]
  • Normalization choices: [if any]
  • Known caveats: [caveats]

4) Validation and review

  • Reviewer: [name/role]
  • Validation date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
  • Customer approval needed: [yes/no]
  • Publication status: verified | pending validation

5) Display rules

Any missing required field forces display as pending validation. Quantified claims should not be published until this template is complete and reviewed.