Critical Factors Assessment

The Critical Factors Assessment (CFA) is the flagship product of the Canadian Innovation Centre.
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Overview of the Critical Factors Assessment program:

The Critical Factors Assessment (CFA) is the flagship product of the Canadian Innovation Centre. The CFA Snapshot is a free online tool that lets you self-assess your venture against eight overall factors for venture success. CFA Snapshot Plus and CFA Full Assessment are fee-based products that will provide you with more comprehensive feedback on up 42 factors that are key to any commercialization endeavour.

Benefits of the Critical Factors Assessment program:
  • Evaluation report that provides feedback about the weaknesses and strengths of a business plan based on more than 40 critical factors for venture success.
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