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Effective business plan


Is your business in your head? Are you trying to convince lenders, investors and shareholders that you have a credible company? A business plan is a recognized management tool that outlines exactly what your company will do and how it plans to succeed.

However, a business plan is not just for start-up companies or businesses applying for additional financing. It is an essential blueprint for running any company effectively.

 What does a business plan include?
A business plan should be comprehensive but simple, and it should be updated each year. Include the following sections:

  • Executive summary
  • Mission statement
  • Key business activities
  • Products and services
  • Management
  • Sales and marketing
  • Operating plan
  • Human resources
  • Financial plan
  • Future growth and risk assessment

How BDC can help
Since a sound business plan is essential a BDC consultant can help you prepare accurate and professional documentation that you'll need to seek financing and to allow you to effectively plan the growth of your company.

BDC also offers a free online template that will allow you to prepare your own professional plan. You may wish to consult with your accountant for the financial section.

 Why choose BDC?
 Experience Over 60 years working with SMEs to help grow their business
 Networking Our network of professional consultants are skilled at striking a balance between quality, price, efficiency and results
 Focus Our focus is on promoting business self-sufficiency and success at an affordable cost
 Money and    more We combine financing and consulting that are adapted to your business grow.

 Financing to achieve your goals!
Long-term financing from BDC can help you meet your goals, whether you need a loan to start a business, to support your plans for an acquisition or a new product, or to help optimize your business growth. BDC financing is based on your specific needs.

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    You can also call 1 877 BDC- BANX (232-2269) or visit your local branch.
    BDC Consulting also offers the following services to help your business succeed in today's economy: financial planning, business diagnostic and management coaching.



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