6.37 Sensitivity analysis is important. A range of scenarios should be considered and "what if" assessments made. For example, what if new drug therapies reduced the need for the hospitalisation of certain cases? Or, what if energy cost inflation doubled? "What if" scenario analysis should prompt testing of the robustness of PPP options, and should highlight needs for contingency plans and risk management strategies. The NHSScotland body should have carried out sensitivity analyses in preparing the CPAM and should apply similar disciplines and tests at this stage.
6.38 This exercise should include assessing the overall quality of the design in terms of the flexibility and adaptability of the building to cope with change, together with the likely costs incurred.