A business case provides the evidence and justification for a proposed change or investment. It defines the problem or opportunity, strategic alignment, options, expected costs and benefits, risks, timescales and recommended approach. It also provides a baseline for monitoring whether the anticipated value is delivered.
How to use this tool
Define the problem and alignment
Define the problem or opportunity and strategic alignment.
Develop credible options
Develop credible options, including do-nothing or minimum-change.
Estimate costs, benefits and risks
Estimate costs, benefits, risks, timescales and assumptions.
Recommend and secure approval
Recommend an option, obtain approval and retain the case as a benefits baseline.
References & further reading
Yayici, E. (2015). Business Analysis Methodology Book. BA-Works. ISBN 9786058603738.