The idea in practice

A brief should define the decision, must-haves, source standard and expected output. Clear boundaries make it easier to finish useful research and identify the remaining gaps without overproducing generic material.

Try the distinction on a real task

This is an illustrative request, not a customer result or a promise that every connected service supports every step.

Research this decision using these criteria, return three options with sources, and stop when the must-haves are checked.

How to apply it

  • Name the decision
  • Set the required evidence and stopping rule
  • Review the result against the brief

What to check

Check whether the output answers the decision rather than merely restating the topic.

A mistake to avoid

Do not use an unlimited request such as tell me everything when a short comparison would support the choice.

Using Bris for this work

Bris can browse public sources and bring findings back to your chat. Specify what would make an answer useful: current evidence, comparable options, source links and an honest account of gaps. Access restrictions and changing websites can limit what is verified.