The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the loss of 225 million jobs around the world. COVID-19 has resulted in reduced customer demand, lack of employee availability and disrupted supply chains, all of which have threatened business survival. The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the loss of 225 million jobs around the world.
Due to high levels of unemployment and the magnifying power of the web, we find ourselves in an age where we see an eruption of start-ups as we have not seen in decades.
Amid such uncertainty, starting a new venture is more challenging. Turning an idea into a viable and sustainable business model is more complex.
The SAIL Business Accelerator Programme has been established to assist and support start-ups and struggling businesses now and post-pandemic as these entrepreneurs will need support to survive and thrive.
To shape the future of new businesses, the SAIL Business Accelerator Programme has an array of learning tools and mentors that will focus on:
DIGITALISATION
Leveraging new tools for online support services.
AGILITY
Diversifying business models for additional revenue streams, client segments, new markets, and enabling swift operational response-mechanisms for crisis management and rapid decision-making.
HUMAN FACTOR
Connecting the innovation ecosystem to help entrepreneurs navigate uncertain times. Creating networks are key pillars towards shaping connectedness.
IMPACT DRIVEN SOLUTIONS
Promoting and scaling of inclusive networks of social, financial, and knowledge capital, providing the foundation for scalable, impact-driven start-ups.
Develop new business models and operate with resilience!