With 2016 fast approaching it's time to start putting some plans in place for your business. Just to remind you these are the nine key areas I have identified for most business models. The Orbit Map download link is further down the page. This provides guidance on how to complete, and start your planning process.
1. Sales
What are your sales targets for 2016. Have you set your expectations for growth and an increase in sales within your business?
2. PEOPLE
Increased turnover normally means you require additional skilled staff. What help do you need to achieve those goals?
3. SERVICES/PRODUCTS
What improvements or additions can you add to your offering to acquire that planned growth for the business?
4. SKILLS/TRAINING
Can you improve the efficiency of your business with skills training for your team?
5. MARKETING
Have you created a marketing plan for your business and brand. How are you going to inform?
6. PARTNERSHIPS
Could you potential provide leverage to your business by partnering with a nother company?
7. NEW SECTORS
Can your products and services be adapted to create a whole new audience for future sales?
8. TECHNOLOGY
Can you improve your efficiency by introducing new technology to reduce costs and expand capacity?
9. SYSTEM/PROCESS
Could systems and procsses across your business be improved which will ultimately impact on customer experience?
The Orbit Map
The Orbit Map has been devised to help business owners put some outline plans in place for growth, and how this impacts on the business in regards to resources, opportunities and requirements over the next three to four years.
Achieving marginal gains across your business!
It's time to think laterally about how you can save costs and improve profits across all areas of your business. This video focuses on sales and the three key areas of growth within your sales model.
