The Delphi technique.

C Duffield

PubMed · 2980638

The Delphi technique.

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The Delphi technique is an easy-to-use research instrument which has become an accepted method of achieving consensus among individuals and experts. This paper describes its techniques, parameters for its successful application, variety of uses and some advantages and disadvantages.

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