Business Plan

A Business Plan is the perfect tool to give you the direction you need when starting a business.

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Last updated October 23, 2025

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Business Plan

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What is a business plan?

A business plan is a written document that outlines your business goals, strategies, target market, and financial forecasts to guide your business towards success.
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When should you use a business plan?

You should use a business plan when starting a new business, seeking investment or finance, or reviewing and realigning your existing business strategies.
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What should be in a business plan?

A business plan should include your business overview, products or services, structure, management, market analysis, strategy, and financial projections.
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The Legal Risk Score of a Business Plan Template is Low

Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:

  • The document outlines various business goals and objectives without specifying measurable outcomes or detailed timelines, which could lead to ambiguity in tracking business progress and accountability.
  • The risk management strategies are briefly mentioned with minimal details on implementation, which might not sufficiently prepare the business for potential challenges.


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What to Include in a Small Business Plan

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How Often Should You Update Your Business Plan?
By Daniel Fane|Jan 14, 2020

How Often Should You Update Your Business Plan?

Updating your business plan regularly will help you stay on track to reach your business goals. Read more about updating your business plan here.

Tips for Presenting Your Business Plan
By Taeisha Dou|Jan 15, 2020

Tips for Presenting Your Business Plan

Presenting a business plan to potential investors can be seem like a daunting task. Read our tips to make your pitch a successful one.

How To Develop A Business Succession Plan
By Shantelle Dang|Jun 18, 2020

How To Develop A Business Succession Plan

Thinking about securing longevity for your business? Find out how to protect your business by developing a business succession plan here.

Business Plan vs Business Proposal: Differences
By Mia Miranda|Dec 5, 2025

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