Overview
Major automation, control, robotics and digitalisation decisions carry significant risk. You need clarity on what’s possible, what it might cost and how it will impact operations—before scope or budgets are locked in.
Applied Integration’s Feasibility Studies provide structured, evidence-based insight so you can proceed confidently, avoid costly surprises and build strong internal business cases.
What this gives you:
- Early visibility of risks, integration challenges and constraints
- Realistic budget and schedule ranges
- A clear case for whether—and how—to proceed
- Inputs that naturally flow into Optioneering and Requirements Capture
What We Do
Technical Feasibility & Constraints
- Assess current automation, control, robotics and IT/OT environments
- Identify constraints such as space, power, networks, standards and obsolescence
- Evaluate suitable technologies and architectures
- Highlight potential integration challenges
Operational & Process Feasibility
- Review impacts on throughput, staffing, safety and maintenance
- Assess change implications for logistics, workflows and ergonomics
- Explore phasing, cutover strategies and operational disruptions
- Identify training and organisational requirements early
Commercial & Programme Assessment
- Build high-level cost ranges for equipment, integration and lifecycle
- Outline indicative schedules, dependencies and risks
- Identify value drivers, savings potential and “no-regret” actions
- Provide inputs ready for business case development
Options & Recommendations
- Define credible solution options—including “do nothing”
- Compare benefits, risks, complexity, cost and timescales
- Recommend the most viable direction(s)
- Flag where deeper analysis or trials would derisk decision-making
Typical Applications
Feasibility Studies are ideal when you are:
Planning a new facility or production/test environment
Upgrading or replacing legacy PLC/SCADA, MCCs or panels
Introducing robotics, AMRs/AGVs or major automation phases
Starting a digitalisation or Industry 4.0 roadmap
Standalone or part of a wider lifecycle engagement.
Our Process
Kick-off & Objectives
Clarify goals, scope, constraints and success criteria
Data Gathering & Site Review
Collect system data, drawings and operational insight
Concepts & Analysis
Evaluate technical, operational and commercial feasibility
Options & Evaluation
Compare realistic options against defined criteria
Report & Recommendations
Present findings and preferred next steps
Follow-On Support
Support internal approvals, refine scope and move into next phases
Test the idea before you commit the budget
If you’re considering a new system, major upgrade or digital initiative, we’ll help you understand feasibility, cost and risks—so you can move forward with confidence.
Related Capabilities
Project & Lifecycle Services
Digitalisation & Industry 4.0
Smart Factory Automation
Mission Critical Systems
Complementary Capabilities:
Requirements Capture (Polarion) • Optioneering • Design & Engineering • PLC/SCADA • Robotics & AMR/AGV • Utilities & Process Systems