1. Business Modeling
"Drive thy business or it will drive thee."

- Benjamin Franklin

Enlarge

Business Modeling

A quick search on Google on the term Business Model provides us with 135 million results on the topic. Business Models can be made to illustrate a simple concept of how value is created, delivered and captured for the end customers, or can be written in detail which can be used as a major part of a business plan. Depending on the stage of the business, different levels of details have to be considered to ensure sufficient areas are covered to achieve the current business objectives.

 

Business Model Design

In the early stages of a startup business, a very high level business model is required to illustrate the main concepts of the business. have We call it the napkin strategy. Have a chat with us. We will draw you one, preferably with the stain of a coffee mug. Moving into further stages of the business, more details have to be considered to ensure the business is looking after all aspects of the brand community eco-system, delivery value to every stakeholders that the business touches. Talk to us about building your comprehensive business model canvas.

Competitive Modeling

Once we have a solid understanding on our business model, we would then consider the competition and begin formulating a strategy for market positioning. Along with a competitive analysis, we can assist you in building your strategy canvas to help you find your differentiated positioning.

Service Modeling

Having understood the business model and the value chain, it is important to define clearly what products and services the business will be delivering to the customers. When we have a good understanding on the market positioning, it would be more logical to evaluate and research on the target market. At this stage, we will be aiding you in modeling the diffusion of the products and services penetration into the target market. Pricing model will then be used to derive the revenue model. And since we have a clear understanding on the business model, we will have a good idea on the CAPEX and OPEX models.

Cash Flow Modeling

Cash is king. It’s true for any company, especially for a startup. Your business could well be making good profits but where did all the money go? Running out of cash could very well spell the end of a business, albeit profitable. We will be keeping a close eye on the cash flow modeling by using discounted cash flow to time investments and to appraise the project by using Net Present Value and Internal Rate of Return. You will also have a good understanding of how much you would need to ask from the Venture Capitalist to finance your project.

Business Model Simulation

Take a test drive with us. Build possible stories about the future through scenario planning and evaluate the probable outcomes. We will simulate your business model and take it for a spin using game theory and critically assess it with sensitivity analysis.