AI for vendor comparison matrices checklist

Checklist

Raw source material is preserved before AI edits begin.The desired output format is written explicitly.Edge cases, missing values, and exceptions are listed.The first output is reviewed against real examples.The final prompt is stored for reuse.Sensitive or policy-heavy cases get manual review.List the evaluation criteria and weighting first.Separate vendor facts from subjective notes.Ask for a matrix plus a recommendation summary.Keep source links attached to every comparison row.

Mistakes to avoid

mixing hard requirements and nice-to-have features

Make the prompt more specific, keep the source data visible, and review the output before using it in a live workflow.

comparing vendors without a consistent criteria list

Make the prompt more specific, keep the source data visible, and review the output before using it in a live workflow.

dropping source links from the decision sheet

Make the prompt more specific, keep the source data visible, and review the output before using it in a live workflow.

treating unknown pricing as confirmed data

Make the prompt more specific, keep the source data visible, and review the output before using it in a live workflow.

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