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Purpose of a Business Plan

Purpose of a Business Plan. The Business Plan. Describes what your business: will produce, how you will produce it, and who will buy your product or service. The Business Plan. Explains who will run your business and who will supply it with goods. The Business Plan.

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Purpose of a Business Plan

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  1. Purpose of a Business Plan

  2. The Business Plan • Describes what your business: • will produce, • how you will produce it, and • who will buy your product or service

  3. The Business Plan • Explains who will run your business and who will supply it with goods

  4. The Business Plan • States how your business will win over customers from competitors and what your business will do to keep customers.

  5. The Business Plan • Provides detailed financial information that shows how your business will succeed in earning a profit.

  6. The Business Plan The Business Plan Serves 3 Important Purposes

  7. The Business Plan • A business plan explains the idea behind your business and spells out how your product or service will be produced or sold.

  8. The Business Plan • A business plan sets specific objectives and describes how your business expects to achieve them.

  9. The Business Plan • A business plan describes the background and experiences of the people who will be running the business.

  10. Importance of a Business Plan • A business plan makes you think about all aspects of your business. • A business plan may help you secure financing for your business. • A business plan helps you communicate your ideas to others. • A business plan can serve as a tool for managing your business.

  11. Basic Elements of a Business Plan • History and Background of your Idea • Goals and Objectives for your Company • Products or Services you Will Offer • Form of Ownership • Management and Staffing • Marketing • Current and Projected Financial Statements

  12. History • Describing how you came up with the idea • To help lenders, investor, and others understand how your business will operate.

  13. Goals and Objectives • Short-Term (the first year) • Medium-Term (2 to 5 years after start-up) • Long-Term (5 years in the future)

  14. Products or Services

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