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“Our funding was used to commission Emica to undertake a feasibility study with a community organisation in a deprived part of south Leeds to establish the best option for a new community enterprise centre. The organisation worked closely with the relevant individuals and undertook appropriate consultation - having the relevant sensitivities and knowledge was a great benefit. I was impressed with the final report that was completed and it has allowed the organisation to take its vision forward with greater confidence."

John Bracewell
Neighbourhood Renewal Manager, Leeds City Council


What is a Feasibility Study?
A feasibility study looks at the viability of an idea with an emphasis on identifying potential problems and attempts to answer one main question: Will the idea work and should you proceed with it?

Before you begin writing your business plan you need to identify how, where, and to whom you intend to sell a service or product or supply a service to local communities. You also need to assess your competition, Additionality and duplication and figure out how much money you need to start your business or community venture and keep it running until it is established. Feasibility studies address things like where and how the business will operate. They provide in-depth details about the business to determine if and how it can succeed, and serve as a valuable tool for developing a winning business plan.

About Emica Feasibility Studies

Emica Feasibility Studies is part of the Emica Group (www.emica.co.uk) and provides a full and integrated range of support for planning, economic development, regeneration, change and development, investment and project implementation.

Economic Development and Area Regeneration

• Sub regional growth and development strategies
• Local Area economic development and regeneration strategies
• Revitalisation of industrial and town centre areas
• Community development and consultation

Business Growth and Competitiveness

• Sector and Cluster growth programmes
• Business Growth, retention and inward investment programmes
• Innovation, technology and knowledge economy initiatives

Development Planning

• Planning and development appraisals
• Property market search- demand and supply conditions
• Site and structure appraisal

Project Development and Implementation

• Business Plans and Action Frameworks
• Funding Bids and Delivery Plans
• Implementation mechanisms and programme management

Specialist Capabilities

Our world leading superiority in preparing feasibility studies stems from our experience in the following areas:

• Extensive knowledge of the issues affecting the success of any project idea
• We set the standards- our work is used in research and by other consultants all over the world
• A strong capability in undertaking community demand surveys, consultation and the preparation of business plans
• Experience of developing funding strategies and programmes for a range of similar projects
• An interdisciplinary team able to address all aspects of the brief
• The ability, given this background, to commence preparatory work immediately, with the minimum delay and cost

EMICA provides a full range of regeneration-related services including, planning and regeneration, economic development, urban design and architecture. As an independent private practice, our success at providing these services relies heavily upon partner involvement and commitment. EMICA’s continually expanding strength allows it to respond quickly to the needs of clients anywhere in the UK, Europe and internationally. We are currently launching in the USA. Specific projects or assignments are often undertaken by a co-ordinated team of specialist personnel drawn from the various disciplines and tailored to the requirements of the client. Our business is organised to exchange and share information throughout the different disciplines through regular meetings, conference calls and email. This approach enables us to provide a total regeneration service, regardless of the project nature, size, geographical spread or special requirements.