"A comprehensive guide to every aspect of preparing and using a business plan--newly updated and revised. New businesses and existing businesses fare better with well-thought-out plans. It is essential to have a good business plan to raise capital--either for a new venture to get additional capital or within most corporations for new initiatives or for accelerated growth"--Provided by publisher.
Contents
The business plan -- The business planning process -- Strategic planning -- Analysing the environment -- Analysing the firm -- Industry and competitor analysis -- Product and portfolio analysis -- SWOT analysis -- Generating strategic options -- Market analysis and strategy -- Market forecasting -- The operational plan -- Modelling the business -- Accounting principles -- Completing the financial statements -- Reviewing the financial statements -- Evaluating strategic options -- Funding issues -- Risk analysis -- Presenting the business plan and obtaining approval -- Implementing the business plan.
