1.0 Executive Summary
1.1 IntroductionI-tronic is a trading company that generally
known as produces a smart and innovation vacuum cleaner known as
Robo TAP. I-tronic is partnership business that venture by four
partners who will contribute same amount of capital and will hold
different task & responsibilities to manage this business.
The nature of this business is selected through experience
especially for the housewives and office cleaner. It is basically a
modern way to clean up mess and dirty places in a short time and it
can save some cost of electrics and user energy.
Our future prospect of this business is our product can be used
in many places such as shopping mall, boutiques and shop lots apart
from houses and offices.
1.2 The ProductRobo TAP is a smart evolution of an automatic
vacuum cleaner that is used to clear out the mess from a targeted
area. Being an excellent domestic cleaning robot, Robo TAP can
clean up messy spot as directed by the user.It features a special
IPS system attached to the users shoes and acts based on the users
movements. IPS is an indoor positioning system is a solution to
locate objects or people inside a building using radio waves,
magnetic fields, acoustic signals, or other sensory information
collected by mobile devices. When the user taps his/her shoes, TAP
recognizes the signal and moves towards the messy area to clean the
same. Two or more taps will direct the robot to cancel the order.
The mechanism is relatively simple and it is as entertaining as tap
dancing.
1.3 Company Summary
I-tronic has been formed as a Malaysia registered Corporation.
The company was incorporated on 1 January 2016. It is a new entity
with four individuals as the majority shareholder. To start up this
business, we need RM 900,000. RM 500,000 we get some loans and we
invested RM 400,000 which is each of us invest RM 100,000 to date,
to complete research and development and pre-production marketing
of the product. The nature of this business is selected through
experience especially for the housewives and office cleaner. It is
basically a modern way to clean up mess and dirty places in a short
time and it can save some cost of electrics and user energy.
I-tronic head office is located at Jalan Persiaran Klang, 40400,
Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. For the moment, the head
office has adequate office space to conduct its initial operations,
however at some point in the future, management expects to outgrow
this office space and will be relocating to the new operational
facility at Damansara Utama.
1.4 Company Ownership
I-tronic has been established as a Partnership company. The
shareholder is Miss Nur Faridah binti Saadi, Miss Nor Hanis binti
Ramlee, Miss Nur Syahirah and Miss NorShaana it founder and also
the financial manager. The company authorized share capital is RM
400,000 comprising 400,000 ordinary shares of RM 1.00 each. It had
issued and fully paid up capital amounting RM 400,000.00 comprising
400,000 shares of RM 1.00 each. Currently there is no plan to
include new shareholder to the existing arrangements.
1.5 Start-up Summary
The following summary table shows the projected start-up costs
during the six months needed to get into production. It includes
the supply of specific machinery and equipment needed for the
production. The start-up costs are to be financed by the money
raised through debt financing from a bank. The funds sought for
opening the processing the vacuum at RM 3,411,940 with projected
net profits, in the first year of over RM 508,060Management expects
to begin production in approximately 6 months from funding as
detailed in the Start-Up table below.Use of FundAmount (RM)
Cost of Development508,060
Working capital391,940
Total900,000
1.6 Fulfillment
I-tronic is required to comply with various rules and
regulations among a number of local, state, and federal government
agencies. As a Berhad (Limited) Company, it has to comply to
Company Commission of Malaysia stipulated by the Company Act 1965.
The Commission had issued commence of business (Form 23) to
I-tronic on 3 April 2015. I-tronic is also required to maintain
business and manufacturing license issued by MIDA. The company is
required to comply with additional environmental protection laws by
Department of Environment, Malaysia. I-tronic will subscribe to
Employment Act 1955 for matter pertaining to employment of
personnel, Immigration Act if I-tronic decides to employ
foreigners, EPF Act 1951 and SOCSO. At the State level, Kuala
Lumpur will have it own local authority codes and it industrial
planning code for setting a plant in the State.At the Management
level, I-tronic accounting policy follows generally accepted
accounting principles. The financials records are turned over to
the CPA on a quarterly basis. I-tronic will uses USB for its
accounting software; Accounting is system based on the accrual
method. The fiscal year is based on year-end. Financial reporting
methods include monthly, quarterly, and annual statements. An
annual audit is to be performed by the firm's CPA firm in January
before the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia Annual Return in May.
I-tronic carries insurance for business liability, automobile and
addition group medical coverage for its staff. Additional insurance
programs such as key-man coverage will most likely be implemented
in second quarter of 2015. Management has no knowledge of pending
lawsuits or threat of legal action directed at either the company
or its officers.
2.0 Value PropositionA value proposition is a promise of value
to be delivered and a belief from the customer that value will be
experienced. A value proposition can apply to an entire
organization, or parts thereof, or customer accounts, or products
or services.Creating a value proposition is a part of business
strategy. Kaplan and Norton say "Strategy is based on a
differentiated customer value proposition. Satisfying customers is
the source of sustainable value creation."Developing a value
proposition is based on a review and analysis of the benefits,
costs and value that an organization can deliver to its customers,
prospective customers, and other constituent groups within and
outside the organization.2.1 Our Business Value Proposition Robo
TAP is an advanced, feature-rich and user-friendly vacuum cleaning
robot that is specifically designed for users busy for cleaning
your home or workplace. The new Robo TAP Cleaner a smart evolution
of an automatic vacuum cleaner that is used to clear out the mess
from a targeted area. Being an excellent domestic cleaning robot,
Robo TAP can clean up messy spot as directed by the user.It
features a special IPS system attached to the users shoes and acts
based on the users movements. When the user taps his/her shoes, TAP
recognizes the signal and moves towards the messy area to clean the
same. Two or more taps will direct the robot to cancel the order.
The mechanism is relatively simple and it is as entertaining as tap
dancing. As one of 8 Electrolux Design Lab finalists, Robo TAP
Cleaner proves to be an excellent alternative to traditional vacuum
cleaner.Robo TAP vacuum prices offered are reasonable, which is
only RM1000 for per unit. Everyone can afford to buy it.
3.0 Customer Segment3.1Reaching our customer segmentTo build an
effective business model, a company must identify which customers
it tries to serve. Various set of customers can be segmented based
on the different needs and attributes to ensure appropriate
implementation of corporate strategy meets the characteristics of
selected group of clients. The different types of customer segments
include:
3.1.1)Have needs that justify a distinct offeringThe automated
process revolution in business process and communications is being
extended to robots. Robots are automating cleaning systems, giving
a chance to run the vacuum every day and keep the home cleaner
while at the same time leaving more time for leisure activities.
Recent robotics related innovations mean demand for robots is from
a broader part of the potential customer base. Use of robots for
cleaning is becoming more accepted. Products are becoming more
diverse. With the technical improvements in sensors, visualization,
and in the fields of robotic hobby, recreation, and warfare, robots
are becoming less expensive and more adaptive to the cleaning
task.
3.2 Types of customer segments3.2.1)Niche Market - Customer
segmentation based on specialized needs and characteristics of its
clients. We focus for housewife and cleaner offices.
4.0ChannelValue propositions are delivered to customers through
the communications, distribution and sales channels. Theres two
types channel that I-tronic have which is direct and indirect
channel. I-tronics channel considers the distribution channels that
cover the way the online business. Where our company have a
relationship with wholesaler and retailers to involved in order to
reach segment customers. For direct distribution channel our
company using a website to let people know our product and also to
facilitate the customer make a purchase directly. Our website
provides a blank space for customers to provide feedback. we also
use facebook page to advertise our products so that more people
recognize the this as our products, its because now facebook is the
most popular social networking site. It also allows users to find
out the quality and function of the vacuum innovation we
produce.While indirect channel to provide additional sources of
market share and revenue that normally are not attainable with
direct sales force. Through this channel I-tronic Company have a
relationship with wholesaler and retailer such as Lazada.com,
GoShop.com, Kawanku sdn bhd and others. We will supply our product
to wholesaler to facilitate the customer find out our product
because there are more commonly known by the public.
5.0Customer RelationshipCustomer Relationships are the
relationships that our company wishes to establish with the
Customer Segments. Our company use the most important ways of
building Customer Relationships are through Customer Service, by
building Trust and Credibility, and by letting customers evaluate
the Value Propositions through Ratings and Reviews and also
feedback. Various forms of customer relationships include: 5.1) Our
Company provide full disclosure about our product when interacting
with a client either online or face to face. 5.2) Our Company has
post-transaction elements such as refer to the after-sale services
and include warranty repair capabilities, complain resolution and
product returns. Every purchase of our product will give warranty
one year to gain the trust of the customer.5.3) Our Company provide
the customer feedback and also review and rating remind of
testimonials. Testimonials are positive customer comments and
evaluations that are specifically will be picked and placed on
I-Tronics website. This is because ratings are simple systems that
give customers the opportunity to rate a Value Proposition on a
predefined scale. Besides, Customer can give feedback on the
website or facebook page to improve our product quality.5.4) We
also build networks as many as we can such as we provide email
support, if customers have a question they contact the online
business by email to get an answer. We also provide telephone
support. It is the support form that establishes the strongest
Customer Relationships because customers get to talk, directly,
with a real person.
6.0 Key Partners
Robo-TAP need the suppliers and partners to help this product
have in marketplace. There is no useful if Robo-TAP cannot
successful to run the business cause of this product is easily to
customers do their works. There are a lot of aspects to focus on
the business such as motivations. Motivations is really important
to beginning a new product in market cause of is not easily to make
the customer satisfaction with our product. For a company I-Tronic
need to more motivation in world business.
6.1 Types of Partners
6.1.1) Strategic alliances between non competitors
A strategic alliances is an agreement for cooperation among two
or more independent firms to work together toward common
objectives. In this relationship the partners to purse a set of
agreed upon goals or to meet a critical business need while
remaining independent organizations, partners may provide the
strategic alliances for Robo-TAP with resources such as products,
distribution channels, project funding, capital equipment,
knowledge or intellectual property. This can collaboration which
aims for a synergy where each partner of I-Tronic hopes that the
benefits from the alliance will be greater than those from
individual efforts.
6.1.2) Co-opetition: strategic alliances between competitors
Collaboration is a strategic alliances typically between two
firms with the goal of providing mutual benefit for each firm.
Collaborating with competitors of Robo-TAP which are Panasonic,
SONY is like a double-edged sword. Sharing between firms is a smart
strategy as long as the relationship is give and take and is one
that will benefit both parties without compromising each of the
firm's competitive position in the industry.
6.1.3) Joint ventures to develop new businesses
A joint venture involves two or more businesses pooling the
resources and expertise to achieve a particular goal. The reasons
of I-Tronic forming a joint venture include business expansion,
development of new products or moving into a new markets. Robo-TAP
may have strong potential for growth and may have innovative ideas
and products. However, a joint venture could give more resources,
greater capacity, increased technical expertise and also access to
established markets and distribution channels. I-Tronic decide to
create joint venture that should set out the terms and conditions
in a written agreement. This will help prevent any
misunderstandings once the joint venture is up and running.
6.1.4) Buyer-supplier relationship to assure reliable
supples
Robo-TAP will get as many as benefits that can accrue when
partnering initiatives are established with suppliers. Suppliers
can be an important source of information on ways in which both
small and large businesses can improve performance and
productivity. I-Tronic need suppliers involve in this business
which can help buyers compete in the marketplace with improve of
products through contributing to product design, technology, or
ideas for purchasing Robo-TAP. In most such instances, suppliers
help buyers by pointing out ways in which designs can be improved
or more desirable materials can be used. In addition to providing
design recommendations that results in improved products, suppliers
are often sources of suggestions but allow buyers to hold
consistent tolerances in production.
7.0 Key Activities
There are main key activities I-Tronic do for run the business.
It included how Robo-TAP get the initiative in marketplace.
Therefore, I-Tronic see much benefits from this product to customer
which demand by customer given.
7.1 Types
7.1.1) Production
I-Tronic making the products by using the manufacturing which we
have own manufacturer to produce the materials of Robo-TAP Cleaner.
This company rent the factory to easy the processing production. It
also systematic based on how the progressing machine cleaner.
7.1.2) Problem Solving
The problem solving for Robo-TAP are to make easily for cleaning
house. We also do a delivery to customers as soon as possible and
we actively seek to get feedback from our customers which if have
any complain or anything else we know from the feedback customers.
I-Tronic also have the warranty do a repair if customers have any
problems with our products.
7.1.3) Platform
I-Tronic using the platform internet which can easily to
communicate or keep in touch with customers. However, a lot of
information customers will get from this platform not only go to
our outlet but also can find us in internet.
7.1.4) Network
We are using facebook which we created the facebook page that
the customers know our product. In facebook we put the advertising,
promotion, images that easily customers get more knowledge from us.
In addition, same goes with websites which we do the website for
customer can also find us more, we also put everything that how or
steps to using our products.
8.0 Key Resources
There are many resources I-Tronic get to run the business. It
also included how to create the assets needed to make a business
going smoothly. We focused this product to the officer cleaner and
housewife.
8.1 Types
8.1.1) Physical
Physical assets such as factory or rent office to manufacturing
building. We also have a vehicles to delivery our product to
customer. In processing the Robo-TAP we have own machine to produce
the materials.
8.1.2) Intellectual
Under intellectual resources I-Tronic have own brand and patent
which we created our own design to people knows our product.
8.1.3) Human
All enterprise need human resources, for I-Tronic the human
resources are each of members which the partner in the
business.
8.1.4) Financial
Capital for I-Tronic is RM900,000 which apply loan RM500,000.
The balance RM400,000 contribute from each members which RM1,000
each person.
8.1.5) Ownership-Owned, Leased, Licensed and Acquired from Key
Partner
Each of member the I-Tronic company is a owned the
organization.
9.0 Revenue StreamRevenue Streams is under the finances part of
the business model canvas. Revenue Streams is the way a company
makes income from each customer segment. Our revenue streams come
from many different sources due to our various customer segments.
Our revenue streams are:
9.1) Advertising - We use social media advertising on Facebook,
and also website advertisement.
9.2) Traditional Sales of Products and Services - This Revenue
Stream is based on good old-fashioned commerce: selling a product
whether it is physical or digital to the Customer Segments at a
higher price than the total costs of acquiring and delivering it
and thereby making a profit. It generates revenue by selling and
delivering its products to its customers.
10.0 Cost StructureThe amount of company need to produce the
Robo-TAP included all materials during processing.
10.1 Classes Business Structure
Cost Driven- I-Tronic using the the cost to import the product
from other country such as Air Asia. Value Driven- It created to
know the benefits that the customer will get from our products
which Robo-TAP help people doing the works.
10.2 Characteristics of Cost Structures
10.2.1) Fixed CostsInternet Connection (Unifi/Maxis), Website
Management, TNB, Syabas, Office/Factory Rental,
Marketing/Advertising/Promotions, Fee/Royalty Paid to Principle
Loan, Salary. SOCSO and EPF.
10.2.2) Variable Costs Cost Per Unit and Contingencies(% of
Revenue).
10.2.3) Economic of Scale
Economies of scale arise because of the inverse relationship
between the quantity produced and per-unit fixed costs for example
the greater the quantity of good produced, the lower the per-unit
fixed costs because these costs are shared over a larger number of
goods.
10.2.4) Economic of Scope
Economies of scope focusing the cost advantages that the result
I-Tronic provide a products rather than specializing in the
production or delivery of a single product. It also exist if
I-Tronic can produce a given level of output of each product line
more cheaply than a combination of separate firms.
11.0ConclusionThe company's management is confident that the
Robo TAP can achieve its aggressive sales forecasts, generating
total sales of approximately RM 3,411,940 in years 2016. In
addition, Robo TAP management has carefully considered its market,
potential customer base, and its ability to grow its sales average
to capture 10% of the vacuum cleaner industry.Robo TAP has the
potential to become a highly regarded resource in local, regional,
national, and international markets. Due to the company's
aggressive marketing strategy, establishment of the company as a
"unique" entity in its industry, careful development of its
products coupled with strategic partnerships with some of the
industry's retail elektronic outlets, and the company's profitable
revenue model, Robo TAP has the potential to provide lucrative
returns to potential investors
12.0DisclaimerThis e Marketing Plan was prepared by the Group 5.
The financial projections that appear in this e Marketing Plan are
estimated revenues, expenses, and cash flow, which are based on
research and the assumptions discussed throughout this e Marketing
Plan. They represent the best of management's knowledge and belief
and also are based on actual operations. I-Tronic expected
revenues, expenses, and cash flow for the projected periods are
subject to the Company's ability to develop sales and production
levels at the price and costs estimated by management. Accordingly,
these projections reflect management's estimates as of May 2015,
and its expected course of action if such sales and production
levels are attained at the price and costs anticipated. These
projected financial statements are for the purpose of providing
updated information to existing and new investors. These projected
financial statements should not be considered to be a presentation
to forecast future results. Accordingly, these projections may not
be useful for other purposes. The assumptions disclosed herein are
those that management believes are significant to the projections.
Furthermore, even if the sales and production levels as well as the
projected price and costs are attained, there will usually be
differences between projected and actual results because events and
circumstances frequently do not occur as expected, and those
differences may be material.
13.0Appendices13.1Referenceshttps://canvanizer.com/canvashttp://hanisramlee.wix.com/itronichttps://www.facebook.com/pages/I-Tronic
13.2Other Important supporting document
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