Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read the Bright Day Wellness Center (BDWC) case study and review each tab in the Build versus Buy Tool Microsoft Excel workbook beginning with the purpose and instructions, including the total cost of ownership (TCO calculator) and the tab showing graphical results.

Analyze the challenge scenario presented in the case study regarding the acquisition of a technology platform to schedule clients for services at BDWC.

Review the Build versus Buy Tool Example for reference. In your initial discussion post, review the “Purpose and Instructions” worksheet in the Build versus Buy Tool Microsoft Excel workbook.

Articulate the specific types of IT costs related to BDWC acquiring an online client scheduling system specific to each of the cost categories in the Build versus Buy Tool: project management, software, maintenance and support, and opportunity costs. For example, a project management cost might include the hourly rate of a consultant used to investigate various types of online clinical scheduling software.