Business & Digital Transformation

Writing a Business Case for a Technology Investment

NIYO1 min read

Before investing in a new system, leaders need a clear explanation of why it matters and what it will deliver. A business case provides that.

Describe the problem

Explain the current challenge and its impact on customers, staff or costs, using evidence where possible.

Compare options

  • Doing nothing
  • Improving the current system
  • Buying a ready-made product
  • Building a custom solution

Estimate costs and benefits

Include implementation and running costs over several years, along with expected benefits and when they will appear.

Identify risks

List the main risks and how they will be managed, and define how success will be measured.

A clear business case helps decision makers invest with confidence and gives the project a measurable target.

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