If equal weight is given to each consideration (Benefits, Implementation Changes, and Cost), Option C should be the primary choice. The rationale is as follows:
* Benefits: While Option A has the highest benefit score (8), Option C's benefit score of 5 is still relatively strong.
* Implementation Changes: Option C has the fewest implementation changes ("x"), suggesting it will be easier to implement.
* Cost: Option C is the second most cost-effective option ("$$"), balancing cost against benefits and implementation changes.
Option C strikes a balance between benefits, ease of implementation, and cost, making it a solid choice when all factors are weighted equally.
* Option A (A): Although it offers the highest benefits, it also has the highest cost ("$$$$") and the most implementation changes ("xxxx").
* Option B (B): This option has slightly lower benefits, moderate implementation changes, and high cost ("$$$").
* Option D (D): Although it has the lowest cost, the benefits are also the lowest, making it less attractive overall.
References
* NAHQ Body of Knowledge: Strategic Decision-Making in IT Initiatives
* NAHQ CPHQ Exam Preparation Materials: Cost-Benefit Analysis in Healthcare Projects