Are we missing out due to the limited scope of researched and evaluated areas compared to common sense and known value in our current decision-making processes?

Yes. Governments, industry, communities, individuals, science, and education are all potentially missing out because the focus on evidence-based decision making often overlooks the vast insights that common sense and known value can provide.

The Evidence-Based Decision Making Conundrum highlights that:

– There is an overreliance on empirical data, where decisions are frequently made based solely on quantifiable research, neglecting the valuable insights that come from common sense and known value.
– Tacit knowledge from practitioners and communities is often disregarded in favor of formal, researched evidence.

The Huge Cost of Ignoring Common Sense and Known Value includes:

– A lack of innovative solutions, as neglecting practical expertise and community wisdom can stifle the development of creative and effective responses.
– A fragmented understanding of complex issues, as an overemphasis on empirical data can obscure the interconnectedness of social, environmental, and economic factors.

A More Balanced Approach is essential to maximize human potential by:

– Utilizing evidence-based decision making to inform choices through empirical research.
– Incorporating common sense and known value by integrating practical expertise, community wisdom, and tacit knowledge into decision-making processes.

By adopting a more inclusive and holistic approach, we can harness the full spectrum of knowledge and experience, leading to more effective and sustainable solutions.

– Dare we challenge the prevailing norms of science, research, and academia and other partially funded truths?