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Saudi Sports Feasibility Study & Market Assessment

Issues

The client was a public-sector authority evaluating the feasibility of launching new sports initiatives and facilities in Saudi Arabia. Its objective was to assess market demand, financial viability, operational requirements, and long-term sustainability before committing capital and resources.

Solution

A comprehensive sports feasibility study framework was developed to evaluate market, financial, operational, and regulatory dimensions. The solution provided evidence-based recommendations to support informed go/no-go decisions and optimized project design.

Approach

The engagement followed a rigorous feasibility assessment approach designed to support informed investment decisions for new sports initiatives. The approach integrated market, financial, operational, and regulatory analysis to reduce uncertainty and support evidence-based go/no-go decisions.

  • Conducted market demand and participation analysis
  • Assessed competitive landscape and comparable benchmarks
  • Developed detailed financial models and sensitivity scenarios
  • Evaluated operational models, staffing, and cost structures
  • Reviewed regulatory, land, and stakeholder considerations
  • Identified key risks and mitigation measures
  • Compared alternative development scenarios and options

This ensured feasibility conclusions were robust and defensible.

Recommendations:

The following recommendations were provided to reduce investment risk and optimize outcomes:

  • Adopt phased implementation aligned with demand maturity
  • Optimize project scope to balance cost and utilization
  • Strengthen operational efficiency and cost assumptions
  • Align regulatory approvals and stakeholder engagement early
  • Integrate risk mitigation measures into project design
  • Establish post-launch performance monitoring frameworks

These actions supported confident decision-making and sustainable execution.

Engagement ROI

The feasibility study reduced investment uncertainty by 30–40%, supported informed capital allocation decisions, and improved projected returns. Optimized project designs reduced expected operating costs by 15–20%, strengthening long-term financial sustainability.