WGU Kimball Computer Group Business Plan & Balance Sheet Project I have revised section b3 already and D3. and E2 already. Need d4 down redone.. I can post

WGU Kimball Computer Group Business Plan & Balance Sheet Project I have revised section b3 already and D3. and E2 already. Need d4 down redone.. I can post original guidelines as well

A1. BUSINESS IDENTIFICATION
COMPETENT

A2. MISSION
COMPETENT

A3. BUSINESS GOALS
COMPETENT

A4. KEYS TO SUCCESS
COMPETENT

B1. INDUSTRY HISTORY
COMPETENT

B2. LEGAL FORM
COMPETENT

B3. LOCATION AND FACILITIES
APPROACHING COMPETENCE

Approaching CompetenceThe candidate provides an imprecise description of the location and type of facilities needed for the company.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The response identifies the location as a secure facility in the central business district in Columbus, OH. A detailed description of the facility is not provided.

B4. MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE
COMPETENT

B5. PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
COMPETENT

C1. TARGET MARKET
COMPETENT

C2. INDUSTRY ANALYSIS
COMPETENT

C3A. SWOT
COMPETENT

C3B. EXPLANATION OF SWOT ANALYSIS
COMPETENT

D1. FOUR PS
COMPETENT

D2. PRICE LIST
COMPETENT

D3. PROMOTIONAL STRATEGY
APPROACHING COMPETENCE

Approaching CompetenceThe candidate provides an appropriate promotional strategy, with insufficient detail, including specific tasks, target dates, and responsible parties.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

An overview of the promotional strategy is included in the response. A detailed discussion including specific tasks, target dates and responsible parties is not provided.

D4. SALES FORECAST
APPROACHING COMPETENCE

Approaching CompetenceThe candidate provides an appropriate monthly sales forecast, with insufficient detail, for the first year of operations, including a discussion of expected market conditions.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The response mentions that the marketing division has evaluated the financial viability of the market and provides a first year profit. A discussion detailing the expected market conditions is not fully developed and a 12 month forecast that ties to the income statement is not provided.

E1. OVERALL STRATEGY
NOT EVIDENT

Not EvidentThe candidate does not provide a summary of the overall strategy that will be utilized to launch the business, including target dates and goals for implementation.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The overall strategy will include direct mail, call backs, and sales management. A discussion of the overall strategy for launching the business that includes target dates and goals for implementation is not evident in the work.

E2. MONITORING PLAN
APPROACHING COMPETENCE

Approaching CompetenceThe candidate provides an imprecise post-launch monitoring plan to evaluate the success of the company in meeting milestones.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The response discusses monitoring quality control and customer satisfaction. Monitoring the financial aspect of the business is not addressed.

F1. PROFIT AND LOSS STATEMENT
NOT EVIDENT

Not EvidentThe candidate does not provide an appropriate month-by-month forecasted profit and loss statement using an estimate of revenues and operating costs based on the sales forecast.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The response includes a profit and loss statement. A 12 month forecast is not provided that ties to the P&L statement. Please note that the monthly interest expense is high in relation to the long term loan listed on the balance sheet.

F2. FORECASTED BALANCE SHEET
NOT EVIDENT

Not EvidentThe candidate does not provide an appropriate forecasted balance sheet for the end of year one.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

A balance sheet is provided. An owner investment and long term loan are included in the statement; however, a discussion of the investment needs is not provided. The profit and loss statement needs to be revisited which may indicate that the balance sheet may need updating. Please note that the anticipated profit should be listed as the retained earnings.

G1. FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS
APPROACHING COMPETENCE

Approaching CompetenceThe candidate provides an imprecise summary of the financial projections and assumptions used in estimating the financial statements.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The response address the balance sheet stability. A discussion of the assumptions used when constructing the financial statements is not fully developed.

G2. FINANCIAL POSITION
APPROACHING COMPETENCE

Approaching CompetenceThe candidate provides an imprecise description of the company’s financial position at the end of the first year.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The net profit of $75,300 is included in the discussion. Once the financial statements are revisited, this aspect can be fairly evaluated.

G3. CAPITAL/INVESTMENT NEEDS
NOT EVIDENT

Not EvidentThe candidate does not describe the company’s initial and future estimated capital/investment needs.

EVALUATOR COMMENTS: ATTEMPT 1

The response discusses the expenses of the company. The capital/investment needs are not addressed; however, the balance sheet includes a long term loan and an owner investment of $2,590,195.

H. SOURCES
COMPETENT

I. PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION
COMPETENT