Strategic Case: Direction and Policy Alignment | UK Treasury Five Case Model I (Ep.1)

Описание: Strategic Case — Direction and Policy Alignment

The Strategic Case is the first and most fundamental component of the UK Treasury Five Case Model, the investment appraisal framework used across government to evaluate and justify major public sector projects.

Before analysing costs, engaging the market, securing funding, or managing delivery, decision-makers must answer a critical question:

Why should this investment exist at all?

The Strategic Case establishes the strategic legitimacy of an investment by demonstrating alignment with government policy, organisational strategy, and long-term public value objectives.

In this episode we explain how the Strategic Case defines:

• the strategic context and need for change
• alignment with policy priorities and organisational strategy
• the capability gap between current and desired outcomes
• the drivers for change and the wider strategic environment
• stakeholder expectations and strategic legitimacy
• the range of possible strategic responses

This discussion integrates perspectives from:

• UK Treasury Green Book – Five Case Model
• CIPFA public financial management principles
• CIPS strategic procurement thinking
• PMI project governance and portfolio alignment

Understanding the Strategic Case is essential for professionals working in:

Public policy
Public financial management
Procurement and supply chain strategy
Project and programme governance
Infrastructure and investment appraisal


Five Case Model Series

Ep.0 — The Five Case Model: Strategic Investment Framework
Ep.1 — Strategic Case: Direction and Policy Alignment
Ep.2 — Economic Case: Value for Money and Option Appraisal
Ep.3 — Commercial Case: Market Viability and Procurement Strategy
Ep.4 — Financial Case: Funding and Affordability
Ep.5 — Management Case: Execution and Governance


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