Business Plan

A Business Plan is a systematic review of a business idea, the basis for the idea and how it should be implemented.

Business Plan

What is a Business Plan?
A business plan is a systematic review of a business idea, the basis for the idea and how it should be implemented. A business plan functions as a roadmap for your enterprise because it outlines the goals, details how you will organize day-to-day operations and plans to achieve those goals through clear procedures. Remember this – “Successful entrepreneurs leave as little as possible to chance”. Plan for every eventuality.

It is also a great way to introduce your business to potential investors, customers and suppliers so they have a clear understanding of your business and future plans.

Why is a Business Plan crucial?

  • Defines your long-term outlook

  • Solidifies your ideas by having them put down on paper

  • Increases the likelihood of success

  • Determines the connection between:

    • Required resources

    • Product/Service

    • Market

    • Customer base

Who to have in mind when writing a Business Plan?

  • Business owner(s) and business partners (if any)

  • Anyone who is interested in your business – suppliers, potential investors etc.

  • State, county, municipality

  • Employees

  • Customers

  • Lenders

Plan for success right from the start with these seven business criteria. Etableresenteret can help you with this.

Useful links
Etableresenteret www.etablerersenteret.no
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Norwegian Customs www.toll.no
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NAV www.nav.no/en
Labour Inspection Authority www.arbeidstilsynet.no/en
Laws and legal requirements www.lovdata.no
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