This paper has been produced to assist in preparing an SME to raise capital from the market or to obtain loan funds.
The paper is presented under the headings:
- Selection Of Consultants
 
- Market Research
 
- Management Team
 
- Intellectual Property Strategy
 
- Mentors
 
- Prototype
 
- Technical Evaluations
 
- Getting Investment Ready Training
 
- Marketing Plan
 
- Business Plan
 
- Business Valuation
 
- Information Memorandum
 
- Due Diligence Check List
 
- Investment Pitch
 
- Coaching The Applicant
 
The paper also contains a number of Addendums including work briefs for professional consultants.