30 May 2022
The Business Planning Tool is a free web app for Victorian businesses that can help you set goals, plan tasks, track your progress and learn new skills no matter what stage your business is at.
Acting as a 'mentor in your pocket', the tool provides guidance on how to start and run a business in Victoria, including steps and reminders to help you manage staff, improve cash flow, increase profitability and improve work–life balance.
Who is the Business Planning Tool for?
The Business Planning Tool is designed for Victorian businesses at all stages of the business life cycle, whether you're:
- planning or starting a business
- sustaining your business as it is now
- growing your business
- responding to challenges
- exiting or closing your business
How does the Business Planning Tool work?
The Business Planning Tool breaks up complex activities into smaller, easier tasks, including what steps to take and where to find more information. Create an account, select your business stage and choose priorities that align with your business goals.
Through the tool, you can then access and complete:
- quick wins – easy tasks for quick improvement
- priorities and task lists – goals broken down into a series of actions to get you where you need to go
- upskills and learning opportunities – free and low-cost learning opportunities such as courses, workshops and webinars
- resources – free tools such as guides, templates and calculators to help you plan and make good business decisions
How to access the Business Planning Tool
Access the Business Planning Tool for free from any device through your browser. There’s no need to download an app.
Visit plan.business.vic.gov.au or hit the button below to get started.