You have a great idea for a business and you decide to go for it.
You’re going to create the next unicorn startup! But what help do you need to bring it to life?
A financial plan? If you are raising funds to fuel your new company’s growth, you will definitely need to have a plan about how the company will grow.
A marketing and sales strategy? You will, of course, need to know where your customers will come from and how you are going to maintain the revenue stream over time.
People management? As your business grows, you will need to take on more people to do the work. To keep those employees happy – and to recruit new ones – you will need to ensure they are properly remunerated and find their work rewarding.
And being a modern business in the current climate, some of your team will be working remotely, meaning you will need up to date technology. With this in mind, what kind of things will form part of your IT strategy?
Here are some ideas:
- Are you using the latest and smartest business productivity tools? If not, you won’t be as competitive as some of your market rivals
- Your marketing data is a valuable asset; it needs to be properly maintained!
- Is your data and your infrastructure secure? You will need to protect against cybersecurity threats that can disrupt your business
- Is your website efficient and attractive to your target audience? It will need to be constantly optimised
- Can you integrate an e-commerce shopfront into your website?
To get your IT setup right you need to start early, plan for the future, and instil good habits throughout your organisation.