The document is an interview evaluation matrix that scores and compares three candidates against various criteria. Candidate 3 scored the highest overall with 65%, followed by Candidate 1 at 47% and Candidate 2 at 42%. The criteria include relevant experience, skill set, professionalism, knowledge of the position, and personality fit. Candidate 3 consistently scored highest in each individual criteria.

1. Interview Evaluation Matrix
Decision Making Criterion Necessity Candidate 1 Candidate 2 Candidate 3
Relevant Experience Requirements
Worked within our industry Must Have 1 1 3
Understands our business well Must Have 2 1 3
Experience is recent (2-3 years) Must Have 1 3 3
Worked in companies our size Must Have 1 2 1
Strong academic credentials Must Have 1 1 1
Relevant Experience Requirements Total (15) 6 8 11
Skill Set Requirements
Excellent communication skills Must Have 1 2 3
Relevant technical skills Must Have 2 1 3
Knowledge of vendor solutions Must Have 3 1 2
Project management history Must Have 3 1 3
Outstanding business acumen Nice to Have 2 1 3
Advanced analytical skills Must Have 1 1 3
Displays great listening skills Must Have 1 2 3
Problem solving ability Must Have 2 1 3
Is viewed as a leader Must Have 3 1 2
Can build a solid team Must Have 3 1 3

2. Shows open-mindedness Must Have 2 1 3
Creative/innovative skills Must Have 1 1 3
Strategic planning & prioritization competencies Must Have 1 1 3
Skill Set Requirements Total (39) 25 15 37
Professionalism Requirements
Offered references/testimonials Must Have 2 2 2
Has history of punctuality Must Have 1 3 3
Dresses appropriately Must Have 2 1 2
Calm professional attitude Nice to Have 3 1 2
Displays integrity & honesty Nice to Have 2 3 3
Professionalism Requirements Total (15) 10 10 12
Knowledge of Position Requirements
Has transparent methodologies Must Have 1 2 3
Uses relevant tools to save time Must Have 2 2 2
Clear understanding of position Must Have 3 3 1
Can meet project timelines Nice to Have 2 1 3
Provides realistic roadmap Nice to Have 2 1 3
Knowledge of Position Total (15) 10 9 12
Personality & Fit Requirements
Has likeable character Must Have 1 2 3
Good fit for our culture Must Have 2 2 2
Is respected by senior staff Must Have 3 3 1

3. Guarantees quality of work Must Have 2 1 3
Enthusiatic & motivated Must Have 2 1 3
Personality & Fit Requirements Total (18) 10 9 12
Total for All Requirements (123) 61 51 84

4. Interview Evaluation Matrix
Decision Making Criterion Candidate 1 Candidate 2 Candidate 3 Candidate Fit Pentagon
Candidate 1
Relevant Experience 33% 44% 61% Candidate 2
Relevant
Experience Candidate 3
100%
Skill Set 64% 38% 95% 80%
60%
Professionalism 42% 42% 50% 40%
Personality
Skill Set
& Fit
20%
Knowledge of Position 42% 38% 50% 0%
Personality & Fit 56% 50% 67%
Candidate Rating (out of 100%) 47% 42% 65% Knowledge
of Position
Professional
ism