Creating a Comparison Matrix using Forma Board

Creating a Comparison Matrix on a Board

You can use Forma Board to create a visual matrix that compares several proposals and their key analysis results side-by-side.

  • Pull each proposal and its analyses onto a Forma Board.
    • They can come in as fixed snapshots or as live analysis that updates in real time.
  • Arrange the model views and analysis outputs into a row and column layout.
    • A common setup is one proposal per row and one analysis type per column.
  • Add frames to visually group the content.
    • Frames can also become slides in presentation mode, which is useful for design reviews.

What to Include in the Analysis Results Cells

Each results cell of the matrix could contain:

  • Key metrics summarized in the Highlights panels for each analysis
  • Snapshot images showing visual feedback from the analysis
  • Your comments, analysis, or reasoning about how you’re interpreting the result or factoring it into your decision-making