Setting Up a Business: Key Concepts
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What is the primary difference between reselling and franchising?

  • Franchising uses another firm's business model for a fee. (correct)
  • Franchising requires creating new products.
  • Reselling does not involve any costs.
  • Reselling is limited to physical products only.
  • Which of the following best describes gross profit?

  • The total revenue generated by the business.
  • The profit after deducting only direct costs from sales. (correct)
  • The net income after taxes have been paid.
  • The profit remaining after deducting all expenses.
  • Which costs are considered factory overhead?

  • Factory rent, utilities, and equipment maintenance. (correct)
  • Marketing expenses and administrative salaries.
  • Direct materials and production labor costs.
  • Revenue generated from sales.
  • What does net income before tax represent?

    <p>Profit calculated before taxes are deducted from earnings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a projected income statement, what information is typically forecasted?

    <p>Costs, revenues, and profits over a set period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the value chain in a business enterprise?

    <p>To create value that exceeds the cost of goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes inbound logistics?

    <p>Managing inventory and storing supplies safely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an indirect type of material in a business setting?

    <p>Substances used in manufacturing but not part of the final product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is NOT part of setting up a business according to the process outlined?

    <p>Conduct market research on competitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'operations' refer to in the value chain?

    <p>Processes that transform inputs into products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is a business model typically defined?

    <p>A framework for delivering value to customers profitably</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes direct workers in a business?

    <p>They are involved in manufacturing or delivering products directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'value/supply chain' in the business context?

    <p>The entire process of fulfilling a customer request</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Manpower

    • Direct Workers: Directly involved in the production/service delivery process
    • Indirect Workers: Support direct workers (e.g., administration, maintenance)

    Materials

    • Direct Materials: Directly used in the production process
    • Indirect Materials: Support the production process (e.g., cleaning supplies)

    Setting Up a Business

    • Product Development:
      • Prototype: A testable model of the product
      • Validation: Assessing market acceptability through customer feedback
    • Supplier Selection: Identifying sources for raw materials and inputs
    • Value Chain: A series of interconnected activities creating competitive advantage
      • Michael Porter: Pioneered the concept of value chain
      • Value Creation: Companies aim to create value exceeding the cost of providing goods/services
    • Supply Chain: The flow of activities related to producing and selling a product or service
      • Customer Request Fulfillment: The ultimate goal of the supply chain

    Business Model

    • Brick and Mortar: Businesses with physical locations
    • Reselling: Businesses purchasing products from others and reselling with/without modifications
      • Dropshipping: A reselling model where the seller doesn't hold inventory
    • Franchising: Utilizing a proven business model from another company for a fee

    Financial Planning

    • Forecasting: Estimating/predicting costs and revenue
    • Gross Profit: Revenue minus cost of goods sold/sales/merchandise
      • Cost of Goods Sold: For manufacturing/agriculture businesses
      • Cost of Sales: For service-based businesses
      • Cost of Merchandise: For trading businesses
    • Factory Overhead: Manufacturing costs excluding direct labor and materials
      • Examples: Production supervisor salaries, factory rent, utilities, equipment maintenance
    • Net Income (Before Tax): Profit after deducting cost of sales and operating expenses
      • Operating Expenses: Marketing and administrative costs
    • Net Income (After Tax): Income remaining after paying taxes based on net income before tax
    • Projected Income Statement: Financial forecast for the next five years

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    Explore essential concepts in setting up a business, including manpower management, materials, and the supply chain. Understand the importance of direct and indirect workers, as well as the value chain and supplier selection in creating competitive advantage. This quiz will test your knowledge on these fundamental principles.

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