Practical planning resource
Business Case Template
Frame a proposed project or change with options, expected value, risks, and a decision request.
Standard business case
Detailed case with context, options, cost and benefit estimates, risks, delivery approach, and recommendation.
Download Standard business case editable Word DOCXDownload Standard business case Letter PDFDownload Standard business case A4 PDFOne-page business case
A concise decision brief for a smaller proposal.
Download One-page business case editable Word DOCXDownload One-page business case Letter PDFDownload One-page business case A4 PDFWhat the template covers
State the decision needed, current problem or opportunity, objectives, reasonable alternatives (including doing nothing), estimated costs and benefits, assumptions, risks, timing, and recommendation. Keep estimates and evidence distinct from promises. Use the one-page version when a short decision brief is enough.
This generic planning document does not certify investment, accounting, legal, or regulatory requirements.
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