Business Management
Business Management includes resources and documents to improve existing stores efficiency and operations. This section contains store assessment documents, case studies for expanded service, and resources to cut operational costs.
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Coping With High Costs of Energy CECD RGI Challenge Document; Coping with High Costs of Energy. This document is a summary page created by the KSU Center for Engagement and Community Development detailing the challenge and possible solutions related to addressing high energy costs. For additional support, see energy efficiency assistance grants listed in this tool kit under the Financial circle. |
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Rural Grocery Initiative Challenge Document; Dealing With Labor Issues This document, created by the KSU Center for Engagement and Community Development, summarizes research detailing the challenge and possible solutions related to rural labor issues. |
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Meeting Minimum Buying Requirements Rural Grocery Initiative Challenge Document; Meeting Minimum Buying Requirements. This document is a summary page created by the KSU Center for Engagement and Community Development detailing the challenge and possible solutions related to meeting minimum buying requirements for wholesalers. |
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Improving Quality of Labor: Customer Service Training This tool is a compilation of web links and resources related to employee recruitment and retention for rural grocery owners. |
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The Affordable Care Act in Kansas for Small Businesses and Rural Communities This document helps interpret the Affordable Care Act as it impacts small businesses and rural communities in Kansas. For ongoing information on health reform, visit the Issues in Health Reform site at K-State Research and Extension or visit the KSRE Specialist Blog site. |
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This rubric is designed to help a store owner self-assess business practices. By completing an honest business assessment, goals can be established to improve operations. |
![]() Kansas SBDC Online Business Plan Tool and Training This tool contains online training and orientation resources including video training on the key elements of creating a business plan, operations plans, industry analysis, contingency plans, budgeting, numerous templates and worksheets for planning marketing campaigns, cash flow, sales forecasts, break even analysis, and more! A useful link when getting ready to start a business! |
![]() Resources to Support Nebraska Business This website hosted by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development Business Development Division, provides resources for business expansion, retention, and manufacturing assistance. |
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Nebraska Small Business Resource This 2013 Nebraska SBA magazine provides current information and connections for business development in Nebraska. |
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Created by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, this guide details the regulations for food production and handling for establishments in Nebraska. |
RedTire Program |
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