# RICE × Strategic Fit: [scope] — [date]

**Strategy pillars (written BEFORE scoring):** 1) … 2) … 3) …

## Scores (axes scored independently — references/strategic-weighting.md)
| Initiative | R | I | C | E | RICE | Fit (0-5) | Pillar cited | Quadrant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|

## The quadrant read (no blended averages)
**Do first (hi/hi):** …
**Cash cows (hiRICE/loFit):** … *(healthy in moderation)*
**Strategy tax (loRICE/hiFit):** … *(funded from the capped allocation)*
**No (lo/lo):** … *(said aloud)*

## Capacity allocation (the actual decision)
| Bucket | % of capacity | Items funded |
|---|---|---|
| High-RICE quadrants | ~70% | |
| Strategic tax | ~25% | |
| Wildcards | ~5% | |

## Overrides & audit trail
| Item | Moved because | Approved by |
|---|---|---|

**Next-quarter audit:** re-score fits blind; check drift vs leadership's latest enthusiasms.
