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Facilitated Group
Expert Panel
A structured session where a group of external experts with specialized knowledge are brought together to discuss, debate, and provide recommendations on a specific issue or proposal. The process may occur in person or remotely, and the experts' input is used to inform decisions or resolve complex or contentious matters.
When This Method Fits
Typical duration
Hours – Days
Typical cost
Low – Medium
Fidelity level
Talk Only
Stage
Discovery, Feasibility
Hypothesis type
Exploratory
Goal type
Find product-market fit, Deepen product-market fit, Validate go-to-market strategy, Maximize societal impact, Drive corporate innovation / R&D, Improve operational efficiency
Randomization
N/A
Study design
Cross-sectional multi-group study
Minimum units needed
3
1Best Fit When
Best when a decision needs specialized domain judgment that isn't available from end-user data alone.