This section should convince the reader that you can produce a quality product in sufficient quantities to meet demand. It must also demonstrate you know how to produce the product.

Discuss:

1. Facility

Size of facility needed with a plant layout sketch.

2. Location

City, state and address where plant will be located.

3. Production

Production methods and the state of art of your production process. Discuss how the manufacturing operation will help make the business a success. Detail production capacity versus sales needs. Include product literature on key pieces of equipment you will purchase and why you are buying that piece. Discuss how you will produce or provide the service or product.

4. Staffing

Describe number of workers needed, the skills needed and training programs.

5. Inventory

Inventory policy for raw material and finished goods.

6. Quality

Quality control, quality assurance plans and plans to implement ISO 9000 or QS 9000.

7. Material

Raw materials needed and sources of supply. List key suppliers.

8. Environmental Issues

Environmental issues and any anticipated environmental factors. Discuss your environmental compliance program.

9. Condition of Production Assets

Condition of production facilities and equipment

10. Manufacturing Process Advantages

Unique competitive advantage in the manufacturing process.

11. Government Requirements

Discuss how you intend to comply with governmental agencies requirements such as OSHA for safety and air quality permits for the state of Iowa.

12. Key Assumptions