Services

Business Case Reviews

For Boards Overseeing Strategic Technology and Operations Investments.

A credible business case is not just a funding request—it’s a governance milestone. Whether your board is considering a major system rollout, outsourcing decision,

or operational transformation, independent validation of the business case is essential to ensure alignment, mitigate risk, and uphold your oversight duties.

Why Boards Engage Me

As an independent advisor with deep expertise in both technology and operations, I help boards pressure-test the business cases behind critical initiatives. From ERP investments to offshoring strategies and contact-to-cash transformations, I bring strategic clarity and operational realism to board-level decisions.

Independent Validation

Unbiased, agenda-free insight from someone not tied to internal politics or implementation vendors.

Strategic Alignment

Validation that the initiative directly supports firm-wide goals and business model evolution.

Governance Assurance

Confidence that the board’s fiduciary responsibilities are met through diligent scrutiny.

Assumption Testing

A clear-eyed assessment of cost, benefit, and timeline assumptions.

Risk Identification

Early visibility into financial, operational, and delivery risks.

Alternative Options

Recommendations that may reduce cost, shorten timelines, or improve outcomes.

When to Engage Me

Boards typically request an Independent Business Case Review when:

A significant investment in technology or operations is being considered.

The board needs to ensure the proposal is grounded in reality and aligned with strategy.

Independent oversight is expected or required as part of good governance.

There’s concern about confirmation bias, excessive optimism, or missed alternatives.

What I Review

My structured, board-ready review includes:

Problem Definition

Is the opportunity or challenge clearly articulated and strategically relevant?

Strategic Fit

How well does the initiative align with the firm’s long-term direction and priorities?

Assumption Analysis

Are projections for cost, benefit, staffing, and timeline realistic and evidenced?

Solution Assessment

Is the approach feasible, scalable, and operationally sustainable?

Alternatives Evaluation

Have offshoring, outsourcing, automation, or other options been fully explored?

Risk Analysis

Where are the hidden financial, organizational, or execution risks?

Financial Rigor

Are ROI, payback, and scenario models credible and decision-ready?

Stakeholder Insight

Are key dependencies and concerns across business units understood?

What You Get

My expertise lies in technology and technology projects to ensure that boards, management and project steering committees have the necessary knowledge and framework to effectively manage technology-led transformations.

Board-Report

A concise, actionable summary of findings, risks, and recommendations.

ExecutivePresentation

Tailored for board or committee review sessions.

OptionaleNachbegleitung

Available to support decision-making or help refine the business case post-review.

That's what my customers say about me.

“Henrico’s independent review brought clarity, challenged our assumptions, and helped the board take a more informed and confident position.”

– Managing Partner, Professional Services Firm

Timeline & Investment

Most reviews are completed in 1–3 weeks , depending on complexity and stakeholder availability.

Festhonorar: 12.500 CHF (zuzüglich Reisekosten, falls erforderlich).
Zahlung: 50 Prozent im Voraus, 50 Prozent bei Lieferung.

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