Describe Your Operation
Clarify how and where your business will operate.
View the Example: Description of the Operation
Action
If you have set up a working copy of your business plan using the Shell™, this information will be entered under section 4 “Operations” under the heading 4.1 “Description of the Operation.”
When making decisions about your business location, consider cost, customer convenience, and your needs and capabilities.
To complete this Element you will need to complete your analysis of competitor locations in Step 39 gather all information related to your business location, Step 36 and Step 37 and then:
- Decide whether to rent or lease office space or to operate from your home.
- Check out all legal aspects related to the chosen location, including zoning, bylaws, building regulations, building codes, agreements with owners, health and fire inspections, and permits.