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Types of strategic planning models
Using strategic models, such as Five Forces, SWOT or PESTLE analysis, can help you assess threats and opportunities facing your business.
The purpose of strategic planning
Understand what is meant by strategic planning, what the process entails, and the purpose it serves in your business
Implementing a strategic plan
How to implement and execute your strategic plan, and monitor performance against your strategic objectives.
PESTLE analysis example
An example of PESTLE analysis, and information you should examine to assess external factors affecting your business
SWOT analysis example
An example of a SWOT analysis, and how to assess your business' strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
Change management
Change is constant in business - find out why you should manage it, and how to prepare your staff and business for change.
How to start your business in Derry City and Strabane
Start-up support for entrepreneurs in the Derry City and Strabane District Council area.
What is change management?
Introduction to organisational change management and its role in creating and sustaining a successful business.
Types of organisational change
Discover the different types of change in business, and their impact on individuals, groups and the whole organisation.
Change management process
Introduction to the organisational change management process, and how to effectively manage change in your business.
Change management models
Overview of the change management models, methodologies and tools to help you plan and manage change efficiently.
Company name and trade mark checker
Check that your planned company name or trade mark is not already registered or similar to one already existing
Advice and support for diversifying your farm
Find local organisations which provide advice and support for the expansion or diversification of your farm business.
Advantages of diversifying your farm
Some of the benefits of adding new business ideas and income streams into your existing farm business
What is farm diversification?
What farm diversification means for your business and how to use your land, tools and expertise to drive business growth.
Having trouble raising finance for your business?
How to overcome problems when trying to raise finance to get your new business idea off the ground.
Realistic business planning with limited finances
How to create a business plan and a cashflow forecast to help control finances in your start-up business.
Alternative sources of business finance
Consider alternative funding options including family loans, part-time jobs, re-mortgages and credit unions.
Farm diversification ideas
Ideas to diversify your farm with tourism, livestock products, renewable energy and seasonal events to boost income.
Control costs when starting your business
How to keep control of costs in your startup business and tips to save money and increase profits for your business.