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A feasibility study is more than a forecast

A credible investment case connects market evidence, technical assumptions, financial performance and implementation risk. Forecasts should be tested, not simply presented.

Test the investment thesis before committing capital

Commercial due diligence examines whether the market, customer base and business model support the investment thesis. Its value lies in independent challenge and clear implications.

Choose indicators that change management decisions

A dashboard is useful when its indicators tell management what to investigate or do. Start with the business decision and the operating model before choosing charts.

Choose an evaluation design around the programme decision

Monitoring, performance evaluation and impact evaluation answer different questions. The appropriate approach depends on the programme, the decision and the evidence available.

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