New Handbook a Big Help With Business Plan Research
Sunday May 4, 2008
A business plan is a bit like an iceberg; the official, nicely printed version that you present to banks and other potential investors and use as your operating plan is the tip. Beneath that is the mass of research that you've done, underpinning your plan.
In my Business Plan Outline I've tried to present not just instructions on what each part of the business plan consists of, but also tips and resources for researching and writing each section of the plan.
Statistics Canada has just released an updated version of their Market Research Handbook, which will be a big help to anyone researching a business plan or a business idea. It includes profiles of industries, data on 45 cities across Canada, consumer profiles, international trade data and more. And while you can order a print copy if you like for $105, you can view it free in HTML or PDF format.
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In my Business Plan Outline I've tried to present not just instructions on what each part of the business plan consists of, but also tips and resources for researching and writing each section of the plan.
Statistics Canada has just released an updated version of their Market Research Handbook, which will be a big help to anyone researching a business plan or a business idea. It includes profiles of industries, data on 45 cities across Canada, consumer profiles, international trade data and more. And while you can order a print copy if you like for $105, you can view it free in HTML or PDF format.
More on Researching Your Business Plan
Comments
I think the polished version of one’s business plan always gives rise to further thoughts: “Is this really how I conceive the company vision?” “Should we add or take anything?” “Can I honestly define my market and what I intend to supply and in what manner?”
So one pristine business plan leads to another for me! And then who honestly sticks exactly to the beautiful plan? And when does life ever allow one or one’s business to stick to plan?
Therefore I find myself constantly reappraising my targets throughout the life of each business. One must be flexible, ready to adapt to the demands of the marketplace.