Which role prevents people in the other roles from adopting a bad idea by challenging it against established criteria?

• A. Critic
• B. Inventor
• C. Champion
• D. Sponsor

Answer: (A)

The critic is the one who acts as a reality check by applying established criteria to every proposal. This role systematically questions ideas against core standards like strategic fit, feasibility, cost, risk, and expected benefits. By challenging assumptions and identifying gaps, the critic prevents momentum behind proposals that don’t meet the criteria, ensuring only solid ideas move forward. Inventors create new ideas, champions promote and push for them, and sponsors authorize resources; but it’s the critic who tempers enthusiasm with rigorous evaluation, safeguarding the process from adopting a bad idea.