Preliminary technical study

Well-founded decisions on a sound technical basis.

The preliminary technical study provides clarity before major investments or implementation decisions are made.
It serves to check assumptions, make risks visible and assess the technical feasibility of a project on a sound basis.

The focus is not on the implementation itself, but on the question: Is the planned approach realistic, sensible and sustainable?

Who is the Preliminary Technical Study intended for?

The preliminary technical study is aimed at organizations that…

before a concrete implementation decision is made.

want to clarify technical uncertainties or open architectural questions.

have to evaluate several solution options.

want to understand risks, dependencies and expenses at an early stage.

Typically, it is used after a technical concept or a use case design before resources are committed to implementation.

What is being investigated as part of the preliminary technical study

The preliminary technical study looks at the planned solution from a technical, organizational and operational perspective.

Analysis of the existing system landscape

Evaluation of technical solutions

Derivation of recommendations for action

Result of the preliminary technical study

At the end of the preliminary technical study…
  • a reliable assessment of the technical feasibility

  • Clarity about opportunities, risks and dependencies

  • a well-founded recommendation for further action

  • a solid basis for planning, tendering or implementation

The results are prepared in such a way that they can be used directly as a basis for decision-making by management, IT and specialist departments.