Technical Feasibility

Technical feasibility is frequently the most difficult area to assess at this state of the product engineering process.

Because objectives, functions & performance are somewhat hazy, anything seems possible if the ‘right’ assumptions are made.

It is essential that the process of analysis & definition be conducted in parallel with assessment of technical feasibility.

In this way concrete specifications may be judged, as they are determined.

The considerations that are normally associated with technical feasibility include:

Development risk: Can the system element be designed so that necessary function & performance are achieved within the constraints uncovered during analysis?

Resource availability: Are skilled staff develop the system element in question? Are other necessary resources (hardware & software) available to build the system?

Technology: Has relevant technology progressed to a state that will support the system?