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Feasibility is the assessment of whether a proposed project or idea can be successfully completed within given constraints. It evaluates practicality and viability in real-world conditions. The concept is widely used in business, engineering, urban planning, and research to inform decisions and budgeting. The standard spelling is feasibility; "feasibilit" may appear as a truncated or misspelled form.

A feasibility study commonly examines multiple dimensions: technical feasibility (whether the necessary technologies, skills, and resources exist); economic or financial feasibility (whether costs, benefits, funding, and expected returns are realistic); operational feasibility (whether the organization can support the project within current processes); legal feasibility (compliance with laws and contracts); and schedule feasibility (whether timelines are achievable).

The process typically begins with idea screening and scoping, proceeds to data collection and analysis, and ends with a recommendation. Teams compare alternatives against predefined criteria, weigh risks, and forecast outcomes to decide whether to proceed, modify, or abandon the initiative.

Common methods include cost-benefit analysis, net present value, internal rate of return, break-even analysis, and sensitivity analysis. Qualitative factors such as strategic fit, user acceptance, and environmental or social impact are often incorporated to provide a balanced view.

Feasibility assessments are based on assumptions and data that may change. They offer decision-support rather than guarantees and should be part of broader planning and risk management efforts, with ongoing monitoring and updates as conditions evolve.