This document discusses the nominal group technique (NGT), which is a structured method for small groups to generate ideas, discuss them, and come to a consensus without one person dominating. The summary is: The nominal group technique (NGT) is a method for structured small group discussions to generate ideas, discuss them, and prioritize them to reach consensus. It involves individuals privately writing down ideas, then sharing in round-robin format without debate. Ideas are then discussed and privately voted on to determine the highest priorities of the group. NGT encourages participation and prevents domination by any one person. It has advantages of generating more ideas and achieving consensus over traditional group discussions.