1. Purchasing assets can be a major business decision and long-term assessment of the viability of these assets needs to occur. For each of the factors to consider in the below table, write down why these factors need to be considered in relation to assessment of long-term viability.

Factors to consider	Why is there a need to consider these factors?
Ability to meet business objectives
Cost of maintenance over a period of time
Customer and staff feedback
Input from specialists where required
Operational efficiency
Safety