Technical Faesibility

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Technical Feasibility Assessments

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B uilding Resilience

The main objective of a technical feasibility study is to determine

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all projects being considered in order to better understand if

IN THIS SET YOU WILL:

whether a certain plan of action is feasible—that is, will it work? A technical feasibility assessment should be applied to

9 Learn the steps involved in implementing a technical feasibility study;

the project can be done “technically” and whether it can be done “here and now.” Moreover, the early stages of technical analysis will help identify areas of strengths and weakness in

9 Complete a simplified technical feasibility assessment for one of your proposed resilience

the proposed project so that your city managers know where to

projects; and

direct further thought, planning, resources or assistance. You should conduct a technical feasibility assessment both at the early concept stage, to identify potential weaknesses or gaps in

9 Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of your assessment and how you might use feasibility

the approach, and when the project proposal has been finalized

assessments in general in developing and

and is ready for implementation.

implementing your resilience strategy.

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Overview

In a technical feasibility assessment you will consider a number of questions, criteria, and factors related to

Technical Feasibility’ is analysis or research into the practicality of a proposed plan or method, including whether

successful implementation, including:
• Technology and techniques: Do the technology and

it can be delivered with the available technology, techniques,

techniques