External Influences

18.  Political

•  Opposition by a major political party

•  Impact on sensitive constituencies

•  Lacks support from key political stakeholders

19.  Economic

•  Change in market demand resulting in a change in funding priorities

•  Crash in stock markets

20.  Legislation / Regulations

•  Change in required standards

21.  Technology

•  Unanticipated technological advancements

•  Computer virus

•  Limits in technology