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DEDICATION
I dedicate this document to my family and friends. A special feeling of gratitude to my prayerful
loving mother Eunia Nanjala whose words of encouragement and push for higher limits keep
propelling me. My sister Elizabeth Andeta who always applaud every single step I make in my
academic endeavor.
I also dedicate this to my friends Fides Muthoni for supporting me throughout the process by
offering me to entirely use her laptop, acting as a stepping stone towards my skills in technology
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First of all, I would like to show my gratitude to the Almighty God who makes able to successful
compilation of this business plan. I would also like to thank our supervisor Mrs. Mary Kairo for
guiding us throughout our task completion and for always making sure that she is available
where we need her assistance. I would also extend the same gratitude to my family, especially
my parents for being prayerful and encouraging me through thick and thin.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
opportunity, goals and objectives, industry, form of ownership entry and growth strategy.
personnel duties and wages paid, recruitment, training and promotion, renumeration and
and maintenance proposed workshop layout, production strategy, production process and
balance sheet, working capital, projected cashflow statement, desired financing, proposed
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DECLARATION..............................................................................................................................i
DEDICATION................................................................................................................................ii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT..............................................................................................................iii
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY............................................................................................................iv
1.0 CHAPTER ONE: BUSINESS DESCRIPTION.......................................................................iv
2.0 CHAPTER TWO: MARKETING PLAN................................................................................iv
3.0 CHAPTER THREE: ORGANISATION PLAN......................................................................iv
4.0 CHAPTER FOUR: OPERATION PLAN................................................................................iv
5.0 CHAPTER FIVE: FINANCIAL PLAN...................................................................................iv
CHAPTER ONE..............................................................................................................................1
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION...........................................................................................................1
1.0 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................1
1.1 BUSINESS NAME................................................................................................................1
1.2 BACKGROUND OF THE OWNER.....................................................................................1
1.3 LOCATION AND ADDRESS OF THE BUSINESS............................................................2
1.3.1 ADDRESS OF THE BUSINESS....................................................................................2
1.3.2 MAP SHOWING LOCATION OF THE BUSINESS....................................................3
1.4.1 PRODUCTS....................................................................................................................4
1.4.2 SERVICES......................................................................................................................4
1.5 FORM OF BUSINESS..........................................................................................................4
1.5.1 SOURCES OF CAPITAL...............................................................................................5
1.5.2 TYPE OF BUSINESS.....................................................................................................5
1.6 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES................................................................................................5
1.6.1 GOALS............................................................................................................................5
1.6.2 OBJECTIVES.................................................................................................................6
1.7 THE INDUSTRY...................................................................................................................7
1.8 JUSTIFICATION OF OPPORTUNITY................................................................................7
1.9 ENTRY AND GROWTH STRATEGY................................................................................8
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1.9.1 ENTRY STRATEGY......................................................................................................8
1.9.2 GROWTH STRATEGY..................................................................................................8
CHAPTER TWO.............................................................................................................................9
MARKETING PLAN......................................................................................................................9
2.0 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................9
2.1 CUSTOMERS........................................................................................................................9
2.1.1 LOCAL CUSTOMERS...................................................................................................9
2.1.2 INDIVIDUAL CUSTOMERS........................................................................................9
2.1.3 INSTITUTIONAL CUSTOMERS..................................................................................9
2.2 COMPETITORS..................................................................................................................10
2.3 MARKET SHARE...............................................................................................................11
2.4 PRICING STRATEGY........................................................................................................12
2.4.1 MARKET RESEARCH................................................................................................12
2.4.2 PRICE BENCHMARKING..........................................................................................13
2.4.3 PRICE MATCHING OR BEATING............................................................................13
2.5 SALES TACTICS................................................................................................................13
2.5.1 DIRECT SELLING.......................................................................................................13
2.5.2 INDIRECT SELLING...................................................................................................13
2.5.3 PERSONAL SELLING.................................................................................................14
2.6 METHODS OF PROMOTION AND ADVERTISING......................................................14
2.6.1 METHODS OF PROMOTION.....................................................................................14
2.6.2 METHODS OF ADVERTISEMENT...........................................................................15
2.7 DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL..............................................................................................15
2.7.1 DELIVERY SERVICES...............................................................................................15
2.7.2 TRACKING AND NOTIFICATIONS.........................................................................15
2.7.3 RETURN PROCESS.....................................................................................................15
2.7.4 IN-HOUSE DELIVERY TEAM...................................................................................16
CHAPTER THREE.......................................................................................................................17
ORGASATION OF MANAGEMENT PLAN..............................................................................17
3.1 INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................17
3.2 ORGANISATION...............................................................................................................17
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3.2.1 `ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE...............................................................................18
3.3 QUALIFICATION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY OF PERSONNEL......................19
3.4 RECRUITMENT, TRAINING AND PROMOTION.........................................................26
3.4.2 RECRUITMENT...........................................................................................................26
3.4.2 TRAINING....................................................................................................................27
3.4.5 PROMOTION...............................................................................................................28
3.5 RENUMERATION AND INCENTIVES...........................................................................29
3.5.1 RENUMERATION.......................................................................................................29
3.5.2 INCENTIVES...............................................................................................................29
3.6 LICENCES, PERMITS AND BY-LAWS...........................................................................30
3.6.1 LICENCES....................................................................................................................30
3.6.2 PERMITS......................................................................................................................31
3.6.3 BY-LAWS.....................................................................................................................31
3.7 SUPPORT SERVICES........................................................................................................31
3.7.1 INSURANCE SERVICES............................................................................................32
3.7.2 BANKING SERVICES.................................................................................................32
3.7.3 POSTAL SERVICES....................................................................................................32
3.7.4 ELECTRICITY SEVICES............................................................................................33
3.7.5 DELIVERY AND PICKUP SERVICES......................................................................33
3.7.6 SECURITY MEASURES.............................................................................................33
3.7.7 WATER SERVICES.....................................................................................................33
CHAPTER FOUR.........................................................................................................................34
4.0 PRODUCTION /OPERATION PLAN................................................................................34
4.1 INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................34
4.2 PRODUCTION FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT...............................................................34
4.3 MONTHLY, MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT.................................................................35
4.3.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT..............................................................................35
4.3.2 MONTHLY LABOUR REQUIREMENTY.................................................................37
4.3.3 TOTAL COST OF PRODUCTION..............................................................................38
4.4 PRODUCTION PROCESS..................................................................................................38
4.4.1 SOURCING AND PROCUREMENT..........................................................................39
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4.4.2 QUALITY CONTROL.................................................................................................39
4.4.3 INVENTORY MANAGEMENT..................................................................................39
4.4.4 CUSTOMER ORDERS................................................................................................39
4.4.5 RENTAL AGREEMENT..............................................................................................39
4.4.6 GADGET PREPARATION..........................................................................................39
4.4.7 DELIVERY AND PICKUP..........................................................................................40
4.4.8 USAGE AND RETURN...............................................................................................40
4.4.9 BILLING AND PAYMENT.........................................................................................40
4.5 REPAIR AND MAINTANANCE.......................................................................................40
4.6 BUSINESS LAYOUT.........................................................................................................40
4.7 PRODUCTION AND SERVICE STRATEGY...................................................................41
4.7.1 PRODUCTION STRATEGY.......................................................................................41
4.7.2 SERVICE STRATEGY................................................................................................42
4.8 REGULATIONS AFFECTING BUSINESS OPERATIONS.............................................43
4.8.1 INTERNAL REGULATION........................................................................................43
4.8.2 GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS..............................................................................44
4.8.3 INSURANCE RIGHTS.................................................................................................44
4.8.4 HEALTH REGULATIONS..........................................................................................44
4.8.5 ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS.......................................................................44
4.8.6 SAFETY REGULATIONS...........................................................................................44
CHAPTER FIVE...........................................................................................................................45
FINANCIAL PLAN......................................................................................................................45
5.0 INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................45
5.1 PRE-OPERATIONAL COST..............................................................................................45
5.2 INCOME AND EXPENDITURE STATEMENTS.............................................................46
5.3 PROJECTED BALANCE SHEET......................................................................................47
5.4 WORKING CAPITAL........................................................................................................49
5.5 PROJECTED CASHFLOW STATEMENTS..................................................................49
5.5.1 PROJECTED CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2025..........................50
5.5.2 PROJECTED CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2026..........................52
5.5.3 PROJECTED CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2027..........................54
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5.6 BREAK EVEN ANALYSIS................................................................................................56
5.7 DESIRED FINANCING......................................................................................................57
5.8 PROPOSED CAPITALIZATION.......................................................................................58
5.9 PROFITABILITY RATIO...................................................................................................58
APPENDIX 1.................................................................................................................................59
MAP SHOWING BUSINESS LOCATION..............................................................................59
APPENDIX 2.................................................................................................................................61
BUSINESS LAYOUT...............................................................................................................61
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CHAPTER ONE
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise is an aspiration solution specializing in providing
convenient and affordable tech gadget rental services. My business aims to bridge the gap
between the rapid advancement in technology and the need of individuals and business seeking
to explore the latest gadgets without the gadget of ownership. At Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental
Enterprise, we understand the evolving nature of technology and strive to offer flexible rental
solutions that cater to a diverse range of customers within Narok town and extend nationwide.
The business is designed to be seamless and user-friendly. Customers can conveniently browse
any online catalog, select the desired gadgets, choose the rental duration and complete the
reservation process within a few clicks. The enterprise will provide for in-store pickups or fast
attaining grade B- (minus) in KCSE and later joined Stylus computer services and stationaries at
Kilgoris town as a casual worker in the early 2015. During this period, I had opportunity to
interact with computers, printing machines, digital cameras and all the accessories associated
with computers. My interest developed on computer use and all that is associated with the
current technology and merging trends on internet use hence the birth of Elixsam Tech Gadget
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Rental Enterprise dream with the urge to provide efficiency and accessibility to technology to all
PO BOX 321
NAROK
Website: www.elixsam.ac.ke
Email: elixsam87@gmail.com
Facebook: eliakimandesa@yahoo.com
Twitter: @eliakimandesa
Tiktok: Elixsam
Instagram: Elixsam
YouTube: Elixsam
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1.3.2 MAP SHOWING LOCATION OF THE BUSINESS
The business will be located along Narok-Bomet Highway in Oltalet mall, 1st floor room no 7,
opposite National Bank, Grand Rivers Bar and restaurant, Tours Hotel and adjacent to topline
BOBONGO
SECONDARY
SCHOOL
BOBONG
BOBONGO ROAD
SECONDARY
TOPTINE
SCHOOL
COMPANY OLTALET MALL
BOBONG ROAD
ELIXSAM TECH
GADGET RENTAL
ENTERPRISE
NAROK-BOMET HIGHWAY
NAROK-BOMET HIGHWAY
NATIONAL
SUMMER BANK
HOTEL
SASA
MALL
GRAND
RIVERS
WAGETHUMO RESTARANT
COMPUTER
SERVICE MAASAI
MARA
MWANGI UNIVERSITY
X STUDIO
MUSIC
PRODUCER
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1.4 PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
1.4.1 PRODUCTS
The business will also offer products like digital cameras, drones, tripod and bipod stands,
laptops and tablets, home entertainment system systems, fitness trackers and smart watches,
Audio Equipment, Electric scooters and bicycles, gaming consoles, Vitality (VR) headsets,
1.4.2 SERVICES
Various services will be offered to Narok people such as rent the Runway, Grover which is the
short term rental periods for items like VR headsets, Lumois which is camera services and
accessories like lens, Joy mode which is the subscription services for rental gadgets like drones
entertainment, borrow lenses services which is the photography and video graphic equipment
rentals, Lumzag it offers smart backpacks and bags for rent, Rent-A- center flexible renting
outstanding services and stay updated with industry trends to ensure the success of the business
enterprise. The owner will contribute to the business from family members, inheritance, personal
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1.5.1 SOURCES OF CAPITAL
DETAILS AMOUNT
Loans 1,000,000
Inheritance 400,000
and relatives
TOTAL 1,900,000
capital is initiated and deal with both retail and wholesale in products.
1.6.1 GOALS
The goal of Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise is to achieve the following;
i. Convenience and flexibility: Tech gadgets rental will offer convenient and flexible rental
options to customers by providing easy booking processes multiple pickups and delivery
locations.
ii. Cost-effectiveness: Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will offer cost effective solutions to
customers who may not want to in purchasing expensive tech gadgets outright.
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iii. Adaptability to market trends: Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will operate on up-to-date
iv. Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise aims like any other business to achieve sustainability
and growth over time. This involves managing operational costs, optimizing rental
utilization rates and exploring opportunities for expansion such as partnering event
industries.
1.6.2 OBJECTIVES
Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will focus on the following objectives;
i. Profitability: The Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will aim to establish a suitable revenue
model insuring that the income from renting our gadgets exceeds the expenses associated
ii. Customer satisfaction: Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will aim for higher
customer satisfaction levels through excellent services reliable gadgets and efficient
iii. Brand awareness and marketing: Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise aims at building
brand awareness that will attract customers and retain existing ones. The business will
focus much on marketing initiatives such as online, advertising, social media campaigns,
iv. Continuous improvements: Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will strike for
Regularly assessing and optimizing processes, seeking customer feedback and investing
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in employee training and staying updated with industry advancements are key objectives
years, tuple by the increasing demand for the latest tech gadgets and the desire for more flexible
ownership options.
effective solutions which will provide alternative to purchase to the tech gadgets and solve the
solutions of many high-end electronic devices that come with price tags making them
Additionally, business and event solutions will be catered with Narok town due to availability of
Maasai Mara University which has many students with smaller financial muscles to purchase
new gadgets and thus going for rental ones which will be affordable. On the other hand, Maasai
Mara reserve that is frequently visited by tourist will have a large number of locals since all the
Moreover Try-Before-Buy approach will be initiated by Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise
to enable customers to try out different evaluate gadgets features, performance and sustainability
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1.9 ENTRY AND GROWTH STRATEGY
specific needs to understand the demand for tech gadget rental in the area. The business will
further be advertised through a developed user-friendly website with an online booking system.
enhance growth and optimize digital presence through active social media, informative blog
consent and regular email marketing campaigns. Additionally, with good progress the business
will expand cautiously and ensure that each new location or service addition is well researched
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CHAPTER TWO
MARKETING PLAN
2.0 INTRODUCTION
This chapter comprise of customers, competitors, market share, license strategy, market strategy,
2.1 CUSTOMERS
considering demographics such as age, occupation, interest and technology adaptation behavior.
segmentation approach which will base factors such as age, interest, tech services and rental
preferences that will create targeted marketing messages that resonate with each segment.
Social media advertising like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter will be adapted by Elixsam Tech
gadget rental enterprise to advertise and display gadget rental services to the individual customer
segment.
Academy, Kim’s institute, Fanaka schools, XY studio, event organizers and government
agencies. On this note industry events and conferences will be on offers, special promotion and
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Characteristics of customers
Regular customers:
Repeat purchases, this are customers with a demonstrated repeat purchase at the enterprise
Have high customer lifetime value hence contribute more revenue over an extended period due
Have high loyalty and trust due to the confidence in the products and services that will be offered
They have personal connection with the business enterprise and staffs establishing good rapport
and experience
Part-time customers:
Have price sensitivity immune and are more inclined to seek the best deal or lowest price when making
a purchase.
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2.2 COMPETITORS
The business will meet various competitors and they include:
Entertainment
Large quality Management is
Hub
good
base
and products
products personnel
User friendly
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2.3 MARKET SHARE
Elixsam Tech gadget rental enterprise will be located within Narok Central at the CBD which is
also the county headquarters of Narok county with approximate population of 60,000 and the
ENTERPRISE
10%
22%
50%
competitive pricing strategy which will involve setting the rental gadget prices based on what the
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2.4.1 MARKET RESEARCH
By conducting thorough market research to identify key competitors in the gadget industry and
rental services by determining what gadget they offer their pricing structures and any unique
value repository.
range of rates for similar gadgets paying attention to pricing for different rental duration basing
competitors around. The enterprise will either match competitors’ price or offer a slight discount
drive business growth in the competitive rental tech industry by adopting the following tactics.
order to rent or sale refurbished gadgets to customers directly. Customers will have the
opportunity to view the prices and also do consultation before renting the gadgets.
establish affiliate partnership with tech bloggers, influencers or websites related to the business
niche thus promote the rental services and earn commission for each successful referral. On the
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other hand, the business will partner with tech repair shops to refer customers who damaged
devices need repair and also rent gadgets while waiting for theirs to be fixed.
businesses, event organizers or educational institutions in order to identify the types of customers
However, there will be a sales team to establish rapport with potential clients, understand their
to target audience and marketing objectives. Here are some methods of promotion for Elixsam;
Elixsam Tech gadget rental enterprise will play the part of sponsoring local events and
community initiatives within Narok town and its environs to increase brand recognition and
This will involve maintaining an active presence on social media platforms in Facebook, twitter,
YouTube, Tiktok, threads for sharing engaging posts industry news and customer testimonials.
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For this case the business enterprise will build an email list of potential clients and send regular
news letters with updates, special offers and informative content related to gadget rentals.
bloggers channel which will cost 10,000 shillings. Social media platforms like Facebook,
Instagram and LinkedIn will also be used to make sure all audience is reach so that they are
conversant with the new services and product to slow their tech problems.
to move products to various customers from different locality. Here’s how the products will be
transported.
delivery and logistic companies for the business enterprise well Fargo carrier is accessible within
Narok town and therefore will be rendered to transporting goods from the rental company’s
storage facility to customers location to ensure timely and secure deliveries. Additionally,
shipping fee of ksh 300 will be inclusive on the product to customers who will require home
deliveries due to high fuel rates but adjustable in relation to EPRA report on fuels.
location of their deliveries in real time and sending automated notifications about delivery
schedules.
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2.7.3 RETURN PROCESS
Elixsam Tech gadget rental enterprise will establish a clear and user-friendly process for labels,
consider maintaining an in-house delivery team. This will allow for more control over the
Retailor Customers
Retailor Wholesaler
Wholesaler Retailor
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CHAPTER THREE
will be adopted to serve as a valuable read map for the success of the enterprise.
3.2 ORGANISATION
Elixsam tech gadget rental enterprise will need 14 employees that will be recruited based on their
area of specialization on matters relating to information technology the employees who meet the
following characteristics will be selected through interview and admitted to the business
enterprise.
II. Tech survey; give the nature of the business employees will be required to know
III. Adaptability; take on market trends change rapidly so employees are required to
IV. Communication skills; effective communication with customers and within the
VI. Sales and marketing skills; employees will be required to have sales and
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VII. Ethical and trust worth; trust will be critical when handling customer data and
valuable gadgets.
business ideas.
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3.2.1 `ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
OPERATION MANAGER
LOGISTIC
CLEANERS FINANCE AND
SECURUTY OFFICER OPERATIONS
GUARDS
TEA GIRL
IT
SPECIALIST MARKETING AND
PROMOTION
OFFICE MANAGER
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
AND MAINTAINANCE
CUSTOMER
CARE
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3.3 QUALIFICATION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY OF PERSONNEL
PERSONNE QUALIFICATIONS DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES SALARY
Order rentals.
Budget and
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Should have a forecasting cashflow statement.
degree in Finance
Expense Develop and manage
and marketing
management the enterprise budget
receivable
Ensure timely
management
Compile with all tax
Payroll
administration
Investment
management
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Inventory
procurement
Safety and
compliance
security
Cyber security
Administer servers,
User support
maintain their health
Hardware and
and security
software
Implement data
procurement
recovery
Cloud service
Maintain security
management
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Technology against cyber threats
upgrade
Marketing Should be a Kenyan Branding and Plan and execute line 25,000
marketing
Customer
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English fluently feedback processing orders
Education rental
calendar documents
Travel operations
arrangement
Record keeping
Security Should have a good Security patrols Manage large crowds 15,000
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Kenya Certificate of response activities
procedures security
Crowd control
maintenance
Window
cleaning
communication on time
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TOTAL 236,000
3.4.2 RECRUITMENT
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will manage the recruitment process by hiring personnel
A. Job Posting
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will create and post job vacancies on various platforms,
B. Candidate Sourcing
Actively sourcing candidates through online searches, professional networks and referrals.
C. Interviewing
By conducting interviews both in person and virtually to access candidate qualifications, skills
D. Skill Assessment
This will be conducted in administering skills test or assessments to evaluate technical and job
specific skills.
E. Resume- Screening
This will be enhanced by reviewing resumes and applications to shortlisted qualified candidates.
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This will be achieved by implementing strategies to promote diversity and inclusion in the
3.4.2 TRAINING
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will have a bigger role that revolve around developing
and delivering training programs to employees to enhance their skills, knowledge and job
The business enterprise will be conducting workshops, seminars annually and hands on training
b) E-learning
This will be initiated through developing online courses or e-learning modules to facilitate
c) Leadership Development
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will be developing leadership and management training
d) Technical Training
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will be doing technical training on gadgets, equipment’s
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The enterprise will be conducting training areas such as customer service, communication,
3.4.5 PROMOTION
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise will focus on promoting employees in critical aspect of
talent management and organizational development after every two years based on the following
aspects;
I. Performance Evaluation
It will involve assessing employee performance through regular reviews and feedback
sessions.
By identifying employees’ skills, competencies and potential for growth within the enterprise
The enterprise will be identifying and grooming potential candidates for key positions to
Recognizing and celebrating employee achievements and promotions to boost morale and
motivation will be given a high priority every time a promotion will be conducted.
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By collaborating with the HR and Finance officer management, salaries, adjustments,
3.5.1 RENUMERATION
Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will be paying its employees on monthly basis through bank
1) Job Evaluation
Job roles within the enterprise will vary and so the salary levels due to factors sch as
2) Salary Reviews
By conducting regular salaries reviews and adjustments to account for inflation, cost of living
and performance
3) Salary structure
Developing and maintaining a competitive and equitable salary structure that aligns with industry
3.5.2 INCENTIVES
Incentives play a crucial role in motivating both customers and employees and so Elixsam Tech
Gadget Enterprise will adopt the following incentives for different stake holders.
EMPLOYEE INCENTIVES
a. Performance bonuses
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Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will be rewarding employees for meeting or exceeding
performance targets such as achieving high customer satisfaction ratings or increasing rental
bookings.
Recognize outstanding employees with awards, certificate, or additional paid time off.
Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will provide access to health and wellness benefits such as gym
3.6.1 LICENCES
Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will require several licenses to operate legally depending on its
locality within Narok town. The following licenses will be required to operate.
i. Business license
This business will be required to ensure compliance with local regulation, zoning laws and
taxation requirements. The business license will cost worth Ksh. 10000 at the county revenue
of Narok.
The rental license will be accessed from the county government of Narok and the cost Ksh
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3.6.2 PERMITS
The following permits will be required by Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise to ensure full
Since Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will store gadgets and will be a public place to access
fire safety permits will be applied worth Ksh 3500 to ensure compliances with fire codes.
The business sale tax permit since it involved in rental of permit which will be acquired the
c) Environmental permit
Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise will involve variety of gadgets, sometimes they will become
hazardous and therefore the need to have environmental permit worth Ksh 500 through the
3.6.3 BY-LAWS
The following bylaws will be adapted by Elixsam Tech Gadget Enterprise.
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3.7 SUPPORT SERVICES
Elixsam tech gadget rental enterprise will use the following support services
following insurance types and services will cover the business enterprise.
1) BRITAM INSURANCE
P.O.BOX 800-20500
NAROK.
NAROK
NAROK
NAROK
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P.O BOX 10-20500
NAROK
NAROK
NAROK
NAROK
NAROK
CHAPTER FOUR
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4.0 PRODUCTION /OPERATION PLAN
4.1 INTRODUCTION
This chapter comprises of production facilities, equipment materials, monthly labour
requirement, production process, repair and maintenance, business layout, production layout
highway on the right side in Oltalet mall adjacent to top time printers and directly opposite to
K.C.B Bank, National Bank and Grand Rivers Bar and restaurant along the highway.
The business enterprise will have two different rooms located at Oltalet mall first floor room no
8. Which will be partitioned into two. The front room of the furniture and equipment’s rented
inclusive of the offices will be laid. The second portioned room will consist of a storage area to
store the business stock that is not yet entered into inventory.
The business will deal with diverse range of tech gadgets to rent out which include laptops,
cameras, alarms and secure locks. This will go in hand with services like small training on the
use of gadgets at a small affordable fee. Installation will also be charged for hi-tech gadget plus
The gadgets will be processed from three different supplies in Nairobi namely, Hi-tech suppliers,
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1 Computers Hi-Tech 14 35,000 490,000
P.O BOX 27
NAIROBI.
castles
Technologies
NAIROBI.
castles
Technologies
NAIROBI.
cameras
P.O BOX 89
NAIROBI.
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cameras
P.O BOX 89
NAIROBI.
P.O BOX 89
NAIROBI.
and cameras
accessories
P.O BOX 89
NAIROBI.
company
P.O BOX 72
NAIROBI.
TOTAL 1,360,000
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Operation Manager 40,000 40,000
manager
officer
officer
Total 236,000
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4.3.3 TOTAL COST OF PRODUCTION
PARTICULAR AMOUNT
Land 400
Total 1,960,000
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4.4 PRODUCTION PROCESS
Elixsam Tech Gadget Rental Enterprise production process will involve the following
enterprise will acquire variety of tech gadgets such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, drones and
other electronic devices from Hi-tech suppliers, bouncy castles and zoom cameras suppliers.
good working condition and free from defects before exposed to customers.
customers will use to place their orders and selecting the gadgets they want to rent and their
duration time.
be retrieved from the inventory. They will be cleaned, sanitized and fully charged before
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4.4.7 DELIVERY AND PICKUP
The gadgets will be delivered to the customers specified location or customer to pick them up
from physical rental location which is the Oltalet mall. Both options will be offered to customers
conveniently.
they will have to return the gadgets, either by shipping them back or dropping them off at
designated location.
replacements of parts will be made to maintain the quality of the gadget at cost of ksh 2,000.
SECURITY GUARD
OPERATION
MANAGER
FINANCE
MANAGER
ENTRANCE
SECTRETARY’S
CUSTOMER’S OFFICE
WAITING BAY 40
INVENTORY
4.7 PRODUCTION AND SERVICE STRATEGY
smooth running of the business and deliver exceptional customer service. They will include:
By continuously expanding and updating the range of available gadgets to cater to the need of
different customer needs and preferences. The business will stay up-to-date with the latest tech
2. Quality Assurance
The business enterprise will maintain strict quality control standards to ensure that all rented
gadgets are in excellent condition and fully functional-Regular maintenance schedules and
3. Inventory management
Efficient and effective inventory management systems will be put in place to track gadgets
availability, minimize overstocking, understocking and reduce the risk of obsolete gadgets.
The business will offer flexible rental durations options, including daily, weekly and monthly
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4.7.2 SERVICE STRATEGY
1. User-friendly platform
The business enterprise will maintain user friendly website and mobile app for easy gadget
The business enterprise will offer convenient delivery and pickups options including same-
day or next day delivery and establish partnership with reliable courier services for
nationwide coverage.
3. Transparent pricing
The business will clearly communicate pricing structures including rental fees, security
deposits and any additional charges upfront. No hidden fee will be included to build
customers trust.
4. Damage protection
The business will offer optional damage protection plan for customers to reduce their liability
Elixsam tech gadget rental enterprise will use digital marketing strategies, social media and
partnership with tech influencers or bloggers to promote rental series and reach a wider
influence.
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6. Data security
The business will priorities and customer privacy especially when handling sensitive customer
The business will encourage customers feedback and reviews to gather insights for continuers
Improvement. Act on feedback and enhance services, gadgets and overall customer satisfactions
iii. Document gadget condition’s and functionality before and after each rental
v. Keep records
vii. Ensure that all rental agreement is clear comprehensive and compliant with applicable
laws
ix. Clearly communicate terms, rental fees and security deposit requirement to customer
x. No smoking
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4.8.2 GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
The business will only operate after acquiring all business permits, Kenya films permits and
regulations recycle programs and responsible disposal methods, compliance with e-waste
from accident and injuries. Fire safety which includes, installation of fire extinguishers will be in
place and employees trained on safety procedures. First aid and medical suppliers will be put in
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CHAPTER FIVE
FINANCIAL PLAN
5.0 INTRODUCTION
This chapter comprises of pre-operational cost income and expenditure account, projected
balance sheet, working capital, projected cash flow statement, desired financing proposed
2 Rent 20,000
4 Insurance 10,000
5 License 20,000
6 Advertisement 10,000
TOTAL 318,000
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5.2 INCOME AND EXPENDITURE STATEMENTS
INCOME YEAR 2025 YEAR 2026 YEAR 2027
EXPENSES
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Total amount 900,000 1,010,000 830,000
DECEMBER 2025
Equipment 500,000
Machinery 800,000
Land 500,000
Furniture 400,000
Debtors 400,000
DECEMBER 2026
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FIXED ASSETS CAPITAL 2,000,000
Equipment 600,000
Machinery 550,000
Land 500,000
Furniture 450,000
Debtors 450,000
DECEMBER 2027
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Equipment 700,000
Machinery 600,000
Plot 650,000
Furniture 550,000
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5.5.1 PROJECTED CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2025
PARTICULARS JAN FEB MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Bal/bf 141,000 173,000 148,000 156,000 193,000 124,000 148,000 171,000 147,000 153,000 176,000
CASH INFLOW
Sales 360,000 370,000 350,0000 360,000 380,000 360,000 340,000 360,000 350,000 360,000 370,000 380,000
Parking fee 12,000 10,000 12,000 10,000 16,000 12,000 12,000 14,000 12,000 12,000 14,000 16,000
Refurbished sales 10,000 12,000 8,000 12,000 20,000 10,000 12,000 10,000 8,000 10,000 12,000 20,000
Gadget rental 20,000 20,000 22,000 20,000 20,000 18,000 20,000 22,000 20,000 22,000 20,000 24,000
Security deposits 8,000 10,000 12,000 6,000 4,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 8,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
Late fees 4,000 6,000 4,000 5,000 4,000 6,000 3,000 5,000 4,000 6,000 5,000 2,000
Subscription fees 5,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 10,000 6,000 10,000 6,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 6,000
Tech support fee 10,000 12,000 10,000 12,000 8,000 12,000 8,000 12,000 16,000 10,000 12,000 16,000
TOTAL 439,000 444,000 423,000 431,000 470,000 434,000 415,000 439,000 422,000 423,000 451,000 474,000
CASH OUTFLOW
Taxes 100,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Rent 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Electricity bill 10,000 12,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 10,000 8,000 10,000 15,000 10,000 15,000 14,000
Water bill 2,000 3,000 4,000 4,000 6,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 6,000
Advertisement 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Accumulated 141,000 173,000 148,000 156,000 193,000 124,000 148,000 171,000 147,000 153,000 176,000 198,000
cash/profit
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5.5.2 PROJECTED CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2026
PARTICULARS JAN FEB MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Bal/bf 198,000 159,000 198,000 158,000 192,000 210,560 143,000 172,000 193,000 182,000 180,000 176,000
CASH INFLOW
Sales 380,000 390,000 360,0000 370,000 380,000 390,000 370,000 380,000 370,000 390,000 390,000 400,000
Parking fee 12,000 16,000 14,000 16,000 15,000 12,000 14,000 12,000 10,000 12,000 12,000 12,000
Refurbished sales 12,000 16,000 14,000 18,000 15,000 12,000 10,000 12,000 12,000 14,000 14,000 10,000
Gadget rental 25,000 20,000 22,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 22,000 20,000 20,000
Security deposits 10,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 15,000 8,000 10,000 12,000 10,000 12,000 12,000 10,000
Late fees 6,000 4,000 6,000 6,000 10,000 6,000 10,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 8,000 8,000
Subscription fees 8,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 5,000 5,000 10,000 10,000 12,000 8,000 12,000 8,000
Tech support fee 14,000 12,000 10,000 16,000 5,000 10,000 10,000 15,000 16,000 10,000 8,000 6,000
TOTAL 467,000 476,000 446,000 468,000 485,000 463,000 454,000 471,000 458,000 454,000 466,000 474,000
CASH OUTFLOW
Taxes 100,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Rent 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Electricity bill 12,000 16,000 18,000 16,000 12,000 18,000 20,000 18,000 12,000 12,000 16,000 16,000
Water bill 4,000 6,000 6,000 4,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 4,000 8,000 6,000 6,000 8,000
Insurance 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Advertisement 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
TOTAL CASH 308,000 271,000 275,000 275,000 277,000 310,000 267,000 268,000 275,000 270,000 275,000 276,000
OUTFLOW
Accumulated 159,000 198,000 158,000 192,000 210,560 143,000 172,000 193,000 182,000 180,000 188,000 194,000
cash/profit
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5.5.3 PROJECTED CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2027
PARTICULARS JAN FEB MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Bal/bf 194,000 132,000 185,000 206,000 195,000 185,000 154,000 166,000 197,000 204,000 195,000 208,000
CASH INFLOW
Sales 380,000 380,000 400,0000 390,000 370,000 390,000 360,000 380,000 390,000 380,000 400,000 400,000
Parking fee 14,000 12,000 10,000 16,000 14,000 12,000 12,000 14,000 10,000 12,000 16,000 14,000
Refurbished sales 12,000 10,000 12,000 14,000 16,000 10,000 12,000 14,000 12,000 14,000 12,000 16,000
Gadget rental 20,000 24,000 22,000 22,000 26,000 22,000 20,000 24,000 26,000 22,000 20,000 26,000
Security deposits 10,000 12,000 10,000 14,000 12,000 8,000 12,000 10,000 10,000 14,000 10,000 14,000
Late fees 4,000 6,000 8,000 6,000 6,000 8,000 6,000 6,000 4,000 6,000 4,000 8,000
Subscription fees 6,000 7,000 8,000 8,000 7,000 6,000 6,000 7,000 8,000 5,000 6,000 8,000
Tech support fee 12,000 10,000 14,000 14,000 12,000 10,000 14,000 10,000 10,000 12,000 14,000 10,000
TOTAL 448,000 461,000 482,000 473,000 463,000 466,000 442,000 475,000 476,000 467,000 482,000 486,000
CASH OUTFLOW
Taxes 100,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Rent 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Electricity bill 16,000 14,000 16,000 16,000 14,000 12,000 14,000 16,000 12,000 12,000 16,000 16,000
Water bill 4,000 6,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 4,000 6,000 6,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 6,000
Insurance 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
Advertisement 20,000 - - - - - - - - - - -
TOTAL CASH 316,000 276,000 276,000 278,000 278,000 312,000 276,000 278,000 272,000 272,000 276,000 278,000
OUTFLOW
Accumulated 132,000 185,000 206,000 195,000 185,000 154,000 166,000 197,000 204,000 195,000 208,000 208,000
cash/profit
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5.6 BREAK EVEN ANALYSIS
VARIABLE COST
PARTICULARS AMOUNT
Total 185,000
Variable costs*100
Total sales
185,000*100 = 51.20%
360,000
FIXED COST
PARTICULARS AMOUNT
Rent 240,000
License 20,000
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fixed costs *100
Total sales
210,000*100 =58%
360,000
Rent 240,000
Insurance 20,000
Advertisement 20,000
Total 444,000
FIXED ASSETS
Plot 500,000
Furniture 400,000
Total 2,200,000
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5.8 PROPOSED CAPITALIZATION
SOURCES OF CAPITAL AMOUNT
Loans 1,000,000
Land 460,000
Total 1,960,000
Sales
240,000*100 = 67%
360,0000
Year 2
260000*100 =68%
380,000
Sales
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300,000*100 = 71%
420,000
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APPENDIX 1
MAP SHOWING BUSINESS LOCATION
BOBONGO
SECONDARY
BOBONGO ROAD TOPTINE
SCHOOL COMPANY OLTALET MALL
ELIXSAM TECH
GADGET RENTAL
ENTERPRISE
NAROK-BOMET HIGHWAY
NATIONAL
SUMMER BANK
HOTEL
SASA
MALL
GRAND
RIVERS
WAGETHUMO RESTARANT
COMPUTER
SERVICE MAASAI
MARA
MWANGI UNIVERSITY
X STUDIO
MUSIC
PRODUCER
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APPENDIX 2
BUSINESS LAYOUT
SECURITY GUARD
OPERATION
MANAGER
FINANCE
MANAGER
ENTRANCE
SECTRETARY’S
CUSTOMER’S OFFICE
WAITING BAY
INVENTORY
MANAGEMENT
LOGISTIC AND
OFFICE
OPERATION
MANGER
EXIT
MARKETING AND
PROMOTION OFFICE
WASHROOMS
PARKING BAY
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