cost_benefit

Calculate TCO, ROI, NPV, and IRR for project financial analyses.

7|Updated Dec 25, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mzniu/AICouncil --skill cost-benefit
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Skill: cost_benefit
Source: https://github.com/mzniu/AICouncil/tree/main/skills/builtin/cost_benefit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mzniu/AICouncil --skill cost-benefit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured framework to quantify the value of projects by performing cost-benefit analyses, integrating TCO, ROI, NPV, IRR, and payback calculations to support data-driven decision making.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • TCO analysis: Breaks down total cost of ownership across initial, operational, maintenance, and hidden costs.
  • ROI, NPV & IRR calculations: Evaluates financial performance over the project horizon with scenario and sensitivity analyses.
  • Decision modeling: Supports business cases, proposals, and investment evaluations with clear, report-ready outputs.

Quick Start

Analyze a project using TCO, ROI, NPV and IRR with inputs: costs, revenues, discount rate, and project horizon.

Frequently Asked Questions about cost_benefit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I calculate NPV and IRR for a project proposal?

Calculate NPV and IRR by inputting structured revenue forecasts, cost data, discount rate, and project horizon to generate a formal financial model evaluating investment scenarios.

Can I perform sensitivity and scenario analysis for ROI calculations?

Yes, you can perform sensitivity and scenario analysis for ROI calculations by adjusting input variables within the financial model to evaluate project performance under different conditions.

What's the best way to break down total cost of ownership for a business case?

Break down total cost of ownership (TCO) by categorizing expenses into initial, operational, maintenance, and hidden costs to support data-driven business case decisions.

What inputs do I need to generate a formal financial model for an investment evaluation?

You need to provide structured inputs including cost data, revenue forecasts, a discount rate, and the project horizon to output a report-ready financial model.

Does this cost-benefit analysis tool work for project proposals and investment evaluations?

Yes, this cost-benefit analysis tool supports proposal evaluations, business cases, and investment scenarios by integrating TCO, ROI, NPV, and IRR calculations.

When should I use NPV over payback period for decision modeling?

Use NPV over payback period when you need to account for the time value of money across a project horizon, applying a discount rate to evaluate long-term financial performance.