Options Appraisal & Analysis
We provide options appraisal and analysis services that help organisations evaluate and compare potential strategies or solutions based on cost, benefits, sustainability, risks, and alignment with objectives. Our services support informed decision-making by identifying the most viable and impactful options.
Our team collaborates with clients’ stakeholders, partners, and specialist consultants to explore a wide range of options—from the ‘Do Nothing’ scenario to transformative solutions. This thorough optioneering process evaluates the pros and cons of each option based on operational use, design, construction, cost, sustainability, and risk, all while maintaining alignment with the organisation’s overarching vision.
Our tailored approach ensures that viable options are explored, providing clients with the insights needed to select the most impactful and sustainable solutions. With ongoing stakeholder engagement and analysis, we help organisations make confident, data-driven decisions to achieve their goals.
Key elements of our options appraisal process include:
Initial Review and Visioning: Understanding the strategic goals and project vision to define the context for appraisal.
Feasibility Studies: Assessing the practicality and implications of various options.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with internal teams such as Estates & Facilities, HR, Finance, Sustainability, and IT to ensure a holistic perspective.
Critical Success Factors (CSFs): Defining and agreeing on criteria to evaluate the effectiveness of each option.
Cost Analysis: Conducting detailed financial assessments to compare value and viability including whole life costing.
Shortlisting Options: Narrowing down potential strategies based on key metrics and organisational priorities.
Risk and Dependency Analysis: Identifying potential risks, dependencies, and their impact on delivery.
Planning and Programme Development: Outlining timelines and pathways for implementation.
Presentations and Report Writing: Delivering clear, concise reports to inform stakeholders and support decision-making.
Carbon Impact Reporting : conducting high level studies to identify the carbon impacts of various options being considered.
Advisory Services
Estates Strategy & Optimisation
Business Case Development
Programme Governance & Audit
Funding Bids & Grant Applications
Sustainability Brief Development
Net Zero Carbon Strategy & Carbon Baselines
ESG Policy Development & Audit