# AI Tool Evaluation Scorecard

Use this scorecard before buying Jasper, Copy.ai, Writer, ChatGPT Team, Grammarly, Notion AI, HubSpot AI, or other AI workflow tools.

## Use-case definition

- Primary workflow:
- Users/teams:
- Content or data types allowed:
- Content or data types prohibited:
- Human reviewer/approver:

## Scorecard

| Criterion | Weight | Vendor A | Vendor B | Vendor C | Evidence required |
|---|---:|---:|---:|---:|---|
| Output quality on real tasks | 20 |  |  |  | Test with real briefs |
| Brand/style controls | 15 |  |  |  | Approved voice, terms, examples |
| Workflow fit and integrations | 15 |  |  |  | Where work is produced |
| Data handling and retention | 20 |  |  |  | Security docs, admin controls |
| Human review workflow | 10 |  |  |  | Approval process |
| Admin, permissions, and auditability | 10 |  |  |  | Roles and logs |
| Commercial fit and renewal risk | 10 |  |  |  | Plan limits and usage model |

## Governance checklist

- [ ] Define what AI may draft.
- [ ] Define claims that require manual verification.
- [ ] Prohibit sensitive data unless approved.
- [ ] Assign content owner and final approver.
- [ ] Keep example prompts and accepted outputs.
- [ ] Review vendor security evidence before rollout.

## Decision record

- Selected vendor:
- Workflow approved:
- Data restrictions:
- Review owner:
- Reassessment date: