108 BUSINESS CASE ANALYSIS (BCA)

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REFERENCES

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NETCINST 1510.3, Business Case Analysis Policy

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Business Case Analysis (BCA).

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structured methodology to facilitate its decision-making process

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purpose of the executive summary

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concise summary of the key highlights of the business case

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how strategic alignment is important in a BCA.

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how the initiative aligns with the overall business

plan of the Navy

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analysis of alternatives does

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outline of the realm of possibilities that are available to address the
problem or opportunity

(including a “do-nothing” option)

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risk assessment in decision making

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understanding of the risks related to the initiative and how risks vary
by viable alternative.

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how cost benefit impacts

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initial and on-going expenditures to

the expected financial and non-financial benefits (tangible and intangible)

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final stages

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Conclusions and recommendations

overall evaluation of the
alternatives in terms of impact

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Implementation Strategy

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those approving the business case understand the resources they must allocate

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Review and approval

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Clearly presents the reader with whom and how the business case has been resolved and
approved