From aa60c6e371620a8ed5f4d62bcda5c3aa4dd22dcf Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Steve Date: Thu, 22 May 2025 02:26:06 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] docs: delete mt-doc-solutions/business-plan --- mt-doc-solutions/business-plan.md | 125 ------------------------------ 1 file changed, 125 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 mt-doc-solutions/business-plan.md diff --git a/mt-doc-solutions/business-plan.md b/mt-doc-solutions/business-plan.md deleted file mode 100644 index a53c166..0000000 --- a/mt-doc-solutions/business-plan.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,125 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Business Plan -description: -published: true -date: 2024-11-11T15:50:52.647Z -tags: -editor: markdown -dateCreated: 2024-11-11T05:50:04.235Z ---- - -# Business Plan: Montana Document Solutions - -## Executive Summary - -**Working Business Name:** Montana Document Solutions -**Owner:** Steve Dogiakos -**Location:** Rural area focus, with potential clients in legal, healthcare, government, small businesses, and historical preservation. - -**Business Model:** -This business provides document digitization and document management solutions, focusing on clients in rural and semi-rural areas with unique needs for secure, reliable access to digital records. Our services range from basic scanning and hosting packages to in-network-only local server solutions. Our core mission is to help clients securely transition from paper to digital storage, saving space and improving document accessibility. - -## Business Objectives - -1. Establish a consistent client base among small to medium-sized businesses, local governments, and organizations with large paper archives. -2. Provide high-quality, secure digital document management solutions that meet the specific needs of rural customers. -3. Achieve a sustainable revenue stream, growing by 20% annually, with profitability achieved within the first 12 months. -4. Differentiate our services by offering in-network local server options as an upsell for clients with security concerns or limited internet reliability. - -## Services Offered - -**1. Core Packages** -Three primary tiers of document digitization services are offered to suit different client needs and budgets. - -- **Basic Package (Good):** - - 1,000 pages scanned - - Files delivered on a thumb drive - - 1 year of Paperless-NGX hosting - - **Price:** $500 - -- **Standard Package (Better):** - - 2,500 pages scanned - - Files delivered on a thumb drive and backed up in cloud storage - - OCR for searchable PDFs - - 3 years of Paperless-NGX hosting - - **Price:** $1,250 - -- **Premium Package (Best):** - - 5,000 pages scanned - - Files delivered on thumb drive, cloud backup, and optionally integrated with the client’s network system - - OCR and advanced metadata tagging for easy search and categorization - - 5 years of Paperless-NGX hosting - - Priority scanning and customer support - - **Price:** $2,500 - -**2. "Fit in a Box" Service** - - **Description:** Clients fill a USPS Priority Mail Medium or Large box with documents, using a pre-paid shipping label provided by the business. This service offers a flat-rate, all-inclusive price for digitization. - - **Medium Box:** Up to 1,000 pages for $150 - - **Large Box:** Up to 1,500 pages for $225 - - **Benefits:** Ideal for clients with smaller document volumes; easy, predictable pricing; convenient shipping with a pre-paid label. - -**3. Add-On: Local Server Solution** -A compact small-form factor PC preloaded with Paperless-NGX, configured for in-network-only access. - -- **Local Server Add-On Package:** - - Preloaded Paperless-NGX on a secure, local server for in-network access - - On-site installation, staff training, and 1-year support/maintenance - - **Price:** $1,500 (upfront) + optional $500/year for ongoing support - -**4. Additional Services and Upsells** - -- **Document Preparation Services:** $0.10/page (for stapled, clipped, or irregular documents) -- **On-Site Scanning Service:** $75/hour + travel expenses (for clients preferring documents not to leave the premises) -- **File Organization and Metadata Tagging:** $0.15/page (to aid in advanced categorization) -- **Backup Solutions:** Local backups to external drives, priced per drive or as an annual subscription (starts at $250/drive) -- **Emergency Document Recovery Scanning:** Priced per project, based on urgency and scope. - -## Market Analysis - -**Target Market:** -The primary target market includes businesses, healthcare providers, legal firms, local governments, historical societies, and small organizations in rural areas. This segment values document security, reliable access, and cost-effective digitization due to their large volumes of records and limited digital solutions locally available. - -**Competitive Advantage:** -Our unique selling proposition is a localized, secure digitization solution tailored to clients in rural and semi-rural locations. By offering in-network-only server access and convenient options like the “Fit in a Box” service, we provide a flexible, secure alternative to cloud solutions, catering to the specific needs of rural clients. - -## Financial Projections and Capital Requirements - -#### Fixed Costs - -1. **Equipment:** $1,500 -2. **Software and Hosting:** $340 -3. **Marketing and Advertising:** $1,500 -4. **Office Supplies:** $350 -5. **Legal and Administrative Fees:** $890 -6. **Utilities:** $1,200 - -**Total Fixed Costs (Year 1): $5,780** - -#### Working Capital and Contingency Fund - -Working capital: $4,500 -Contingency fund: $1,000 - -**Total Startup Capital Needed:** $11,280 - -#### 12-Month Revenue Projection - -| Revenue Stream | Price Per Unit | Monthly Volume | Monthly Revenue | Annual Revenue | -|----------------------------|----------------|----------------|-----------------|----------------| -| Basic Package | $500 | 4 | $2,000 | $24,000 | -| Standard Package | $1,250 | 2 | $2,500 | $30,000 | -| Premium Package | $2,500 | 1 | $2,500 | $30,000 | -| Local Server Add-On | $1,500 | 1 | $1,500 | $18,000 | -| Document Prep Services | $0.10/page | 25,000 pages | $250 | $3,000 | -| On-Site Scanning Service | $75/hour | 10 hours | $750 | $9,000 | -| File Organization Services | $0.15/page | 20,000 pages | $300 | $3,600 | -| Fit in a Box Service (Med) | $150 | 5 | $750 | $9,000 | -| Fit in a Box Service (Lg) | $225 | 3 | $675 | $8,100 | - -**Total Annual Revenue (Year 1):** $124,700 - ---- - -## Conclusion - -This document digitization business plan provides a comprehensive strategy to capture an underserved rural market, emphasizing security, accessibility, and tailored client options. The addition of the “Fit in a Box” service enhances our offerings, providing a convenient, entry-level option for smaller digitization projects. With the combination of high-value product tiers and targeted upsells, the business can grow sustainably and profitably over the next five years.