Business Model Canvas

Transform your hackathon project into a viable business model using our comprehensive canvas framework.

What is a Business Model Canvas?

The Business Model Canvas is a strategic management template for developing new business models or documenting existing ones. It offers a visual chart with elements describing a firm's value proposition, infrastructure, customers, and finances, helping you to align and evaluate your business activities.

Key Partners

Identify the network of suppliers and partners that make your business model work. Consider:

  • Strategic alliances
  • Supplier relationships
  • Joint ventures

Key Activities

Define the most important activities your business must perform to succeed. Focus on:

  • Production
  • Problem solving
  • Platform maintenance

Value Propositions

Describe the bundle of products and services creating value for customers:

  • Problem solution
  • Innovation
  • Customer benefits

Customer Relationships

Establish the types of relationships with customer segments:

  • Personal assistance
  • Self-service
  • Automated services

Customer Segments

Define the different groups of people or organizations you aim to reach:

  • Mass market
  • Niche market
  • Segmented market

Key Resources

List the most important assets required to make your business work:

  • Physical resources
  • Intellectual resources
  • Human resources

Channels

Describe how you communicate with and reach your customers:

  • Direct channels
  • Indirect channels
  • Partner channels

Cost Structure

Outline all costs incurred to operate your business model:

  • Fixed costs
  • Variable costs
  • Economies of scale

Revenue Streams

Identify how your business generates income from each customer segment:

  • Asset sale
  • Subscription fees
  • Usage fees

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