What is addressed in the economic case of the OBC?

The economic case in the Outline Business Case (OBC) focuses on the assessment of the project's financial viability and impact. It specifically includes the Net Present Social Value (NPSV) appraisals of shortlisted options. This aspect is critical as it evaluates how different options will perform economically over time, taking into account both costs and benefits, ensuring that decisions are made based on solid economic grounds.

This appraisal helps to quantify the potential economic benefits of each option relative to their costs, ultimately guiding stakeholders towards selecting the most favorable solution. Emphasizing the NPSV aligns with the objective of ensuring that proposed solutions will yield positive economic outcomes and provide value for money, which is essential in justifying project funding.

The other options, while relevant to various aspects of project planning, do not specifically pertain to the economic case in the OBC. Stakeholder information, market research, and evaluation of implementation are important components in the broader context of business cases, but they serve different purposes than the focused financial appraisal provided by NPSV analysis.