The Eisenhower urgent/important matrix
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| − | == '''The Eisenhower matrix''' == | + | == '''The Eisenhower matrix - abstract''' == |
''The Eisenhower matrix'', also known under the name of ''Eisenhower Decision Matrix, Eisenhower Box, or Urgent-Important Matrix'' is a task and actions prioritization method designed to enhance productivity and time-management efficiency. The tool’s concept was developed by a former president of the United States Dwight Eisenhower. Eisenhower based the idea on categorizing certain items by taking into account their urgency and importance. [[https://www.productplan.com/glossary/eisenhower-matrix/]] | ''The Eisenhower matrix'', also known under the name of ''Eisenhower Decision Matrix, Eisenhower Box, or Urgent-Important Matrix'' is a task and actions prioritization method designed to enhance productivity and time-management efficiency. The tool’s concept was developed by a former president of the United States Dwight Eisenhower. Eisenhower based the idea on categorizing certain items by taking into account their urgency and importance. [[https://www.productplan.com/glossary/eisenhower-matrix/]] | ||
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== '''Framework''' == | == '''Framework''' == | ||
| + | === Quadrant 1 === | ||
| + | === Quadrant 2 === | ||
| + | === Quadrant 3 === | ||
| + | === Quadrant 4 === | ||
== '''Application of the matrix'''== | == '''Application of the matrix'''== | ||
| + | === Daily life duties' prioritization === | ||
| + | === Implementation in Project, program and portfolio management === | ||
== '''Merging with other prioritization methods''' == | == '''Merging with other prioritization methods''' == | ||
| + | === AHP method === | ||
| + | === The Sun Diagram === | ||
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The Eisenhower matrix - abstract
The Eisenhower matrix, also known under the name of Eisenhower Decision Matrix, Eisenhower Box, or Urgent-Important Matrix is a task and actions prioritization method designed to enhance productivity and time-management efficiency. The tool’s concept was developed by a former president of the United States Dwight Eisenhower. Eisenhower based the idea on categorizing certain items by taking into account their urgency and importance. [[1]]
This article looks further into the Eisenhower Matrix as a Project, Program and Portfolio management method from the perspective of people and their self-management performance. Following chapters discuss historical background of the matrix, next moving to the characterization of the template itself split into 4 specific quadrants. Subsequently, application of the tool both in daily life and in project management cases is presented. The article also examines possible effects of merging the Eisenhower Matrix with other used prioritization methods, resulting in enhanced deliverables.
