1.It can be time consuming to set up a spreadsheet that works effectively

2.Spreadsheets are not able to identify data input errors or prevent accidental deletion so training of staff is important

3.There can be sharing violations among users wishing to view or change data at the same time.

4.It can be difficult to identify an error in the design of the spreadsheet as some formulae are very complicated.

5.Spreadsheets are open to cyber-attack through viruses, hackers and general system failure.

6.Spreadsheets are restricted to a finite number of records and they may not be a true reflection of the ‘real’ world. Any report produced will only be as accurate as the data that is input