3.3.3 Strengths and weaknesses of the method

3.3.3.1        Strengths

• Lower production cost⁹⁹.
• Relatively rapid results⁹⁹.
• Participant can express their opinion anonymously⁹⁶, without external (perceived) pressure while the process allows to catch the view of the entire group⁹⁶.

• Avoid domination by individuals or professional interests97;

3.3.3.2        Weaknesses

• Success depends on the qualities of the participants.
• Reliability increases with the number of participants (and the number of rounds). In addition, it is difficult to keep everybody in successive rounds96.
• Coordination is difficult96.
• The existence of a consensus does not necessary mean that it reflects an appropriate or “correct” answer97.