The Coffee Shops Industry is part of the specialty eatery industry. Coffee shops usually sell specialty hot and cold drinks; some may also sell pastries and bakery products, specialty coffee equipment for the home roaster and coffee brewer, or bags of their own roasted coffee beans if the shop is a combination storefront and specialty roaster.
For those looking to start an auto dealership in Canada, this Overvew will provide important information on auto dealership trends and challenges.
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One thing you will need to do in the financials section of your business plan is discuss how you will price your products and/or services, and how this compares to your competitors. You will need to develop a financial plan that includes your projected revenues and net income. The following resources will help you find financial information on competitors in your industry.
To create a list of competitors and find basic information about them (e.g. number of employees, contact information) you will need to consult business directories. Many directories are available online for free, while others are fee-based commercial databases. You can find directories that are particular to an industry or geography. Your local library will likely have a good collection of directories that you can consult in person.