3 - Development and Project Briefs Flashcards
What is a business case?
The rationale behind the implementation of a project.
When is a business case done and what should it include?
Starts out the outset and develops with the project. It should include:
- Reasons, business drivers, vision etc.
- Required outcomes
- Potential options
- Objective and subjective considerations
- Funding
When it develops, feasibility and cost analysis can be added.
What is the difference between a Business Case and a Feasibility Study?
Business case sets out the rationale for the project, whereas a feasibility study assesses how successful it could be.
What is a Feasibility Study and what does it contain?
Assessment of whether a project can be successful.
- Summary of Client Brief / Business Case
- Risks, Opportunities and Constraints
- Site appraisal
- Option comparison
- Outline programme
- Commercial analysis
At what RIBA stage should a feasibility study be done?
RIBA 0 - Strategic Definition
At what RIBA stage should a Business Case be done?
RIBA 0 - Strategic Definition. But it should be a working document all the way through.
What is a Development Appraisal?
An assessment of the total development costs to look at overall profitability - supposed to answer the question ‘is it worth it?’
What is a Strategic Brief? How is it different to a Client Brief? How are they both different to a Project Brief?
- SB comes at RIBA 0 describing the client’s requirements in sufficient detail to allow consultant appointments
- CB then comes next (still RIBA 0) and sets out the client requirements
- PB then comes in RIBA 1 which is an evolving document helped by the appointed consultants.
What are the Key Documents at the end of RIBA 1?
- Project Brief
- PEP
- Appoint the professional team
What is a PEP and when is it done?
Done at end of RIBA 1. Sets out the delivery execution plan of the project
- Organogram
- Constraints and risks
- Stakeholders
- Procedures to be followed such as change control and escalation
- Reporting requirements
Maintained and updated throughout / approved by Client
What tools can assist in developing a Project or Client Brief?
- PESTLE
- Discussion with client
- Due Diligence reports
- Consultant discussions
- Initial programmes
What are the RIBA stages?
0 - Strategic Definition
1 - Preparation and Briefing
2 - Concept Design
3 - Spatial Coordination
4 - Technical Design
5 - Manufacturing and Construction
6 - Handover
7 - Use
What are the GRIP stages?
This relates to rail infrastructure. I would ask an engineer regarding these design stages.
What information is within a project brief?
DCS PP
Description of the client
Site information
Constraints
Programme
Procurement
What is a project brief?
Defines the clients requirements and objectives allowing the project to be designed and specified.
