_Business Model Development
Module 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship 4Hr
1. Definition of Entrepreneurship –
1. Entrepreneurship refers to the process of starting and running a new business venture.
2. It involves identifying opportunities and converting them into profitable businesses.
3. Entrepreneurs take calculated risks to bring innovations to the market.
4. It includes organizing resources such as capital, labor, and technology.
5. Entrepreneurship requires creativity, leadership, and decision-making skills.
6. It results in new product development, services, or improved processes.
7. Entrepreneurs act as change agents in society and the economy.
8. It is a continuous learning and improvement process.
9. Entrepreneurship is driven by a desire for independence and achievement.
10.It contributes to solving customer problems through innovative solutions.
2. Role of Entrepreneurship in Economic Development –
1. Generates employment opportunities at local and national levels.
2. Promotes innovation and technological advancement.
3. Contributes to GDP growth through new products and services.
4. Encourages industrialization and modernization of markets.
5. Helps in regional development by starting businesses in rural/semi-urban areas.
6. Increases national income through taxes and revenue creation.
7. Enhances export potential and foreign exchange earnings.
8. Encourages competition, improving quality and reducing prices.
9. Helps uplift living standards by offering better products and services.
10.Supports economic diversification, reducing dependence on a single sector.
3. The Entrepreneurial Process –
1. Identifying and evaluating a business opportunity.
2. Conducting market research and feasibility analysis.
3. Developing a business plan outlining goals and strategies.
4. Arranging resources such as finance, manpower, and technology.
5. Designing the business model for value creation.
6. Setting up the enterprise (legal, operational, infrastructure).
7. Launching the product/service in the market.
8. Managing business operations and monitoring performance.
9. Adapting to market feedback and making improvements.
10.Scaling and growing the venture for long-term sustainability.
4. Women Entrepreneurs –
1. Women who initiate, organize, and manage business enterprises.
2. Contribute significantly to economic and social development.
3. Often start small and medium-scale enterprises.
4. Face challenges like financial constraints and societal biases.
5. Increasing government schemes encourage women-led startups.
6. Women entrepreneurs promote gender equality and empowerment.
7. Known for skills in multitasking and people management.
8. Popular sectors include fashion, food, education, healthcare, and retail.
9. Many women adopt digital platforms for business growth.
10.Women entrepreneurship boosts family income and socioeconomic status.
5. Corporate Entrepreneurship (Intrapreneurship) –
1. Entrepreneurship practiced within established organizations.
2. Employees innovate new products, services, or processes.
3. Helps companies stay competitive in dynamic markets.
4. Encourages creativity and idea generation within teams.
5. Reduces risk by innovating inside an existing organization.
6. Increases employee motivation and job satisfaction.
7. Leads to business diversification and growth.
8. Involves support from top management.
9. Requires an internal culture that encourages experimentation.
10.Examples include Google’s 20% rule, Apple’s product innovations.
6. Entrepreneurial Mindset –
1. Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities.
2. Willingness to take calculated risks.
3. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
4. Persistence and resilience in facing challenges.
5. Future-oriented thinking with a growth mindset.
6. Self-motivation and positive attitude.
7. Adaptability in dynamic environments.
8. Passion for innovation and improvement.
9. Customer-centered thinking.
10.Continuous learning and self-improvement.
7. Self-Learning Topics (Henry Ford & Tatas) –
Henry Ford –
1. Founder of Ford Motor Company.
2. Introduced mass production through the assembly line system.
3. Reduced car manufacturing time drastically.
4. Made automobiles affordable for common people.
5. Focused on efficiency and productivity.
6. Believed in innovation and continuous improvement.
7. Paid workers higher wages (the $5 workday).
8. Revolutionized transportation and manufacturing.
9. Strong advocate of industrial automation.
10.His innovative mindset transformed the global industry.
The Tatas –
1. The Tata family built one of India’s largest business groups.
2. Started with textile mills under Jamsetji Tata.
3. Focused on nation-building industries like steel, power, and hospitality.
4. Emphasis on ethics, integrity, and social responsibility.
5. Established Tata Steel, Tata Power, Tata Chemicals, Tata Motors, etc.
6. Played a key role in India’s industrialization.
7. Pioneered employee welfare and social schemes.
8. Expanded globally through acquisitions (e.g., Jaguar Land Rover).
9. Consistent focus on innovation and long-term vision.
10.Tata Trusts contribute heavily to social development.
Module 2: Entrepreneurship Development 5Hr
1. Types of Business Ownership
1. Refers to legal forms of business organization.
2. Determines liability, control, and profit-sharing structure.
3. Common types include Proprietorship, Partnership, Companies, Cooperatives.
4. Ownership type affects taxation and compliance requirements.
5. Influences ability to raise capital.
6. Impacts the continuity or lifespan of the business.
7. Proprietorship is simple and owned by one individual.
8. Partnerships involve two or more owners.
9. Companies have a separate legal identity from owners.
10.Cooperatives operate for mutual benefit of members.
2. Proprietorship
1. Owned and controlled by a single individual.
2. Easiest and cheapest form of business to start.
3. Minimum legal formalities or compliance.
4. The owner has unlimited liability.
5. Profits belong entirely to the owner.
6. The owner makes all decisions.
7. Suitable for small-scale businesses.
8. Limited capital availability.
9. Business life depends on the owner's existence.
10.Examples: small shops, salons, freelancers.
3. Public and Private Companies
Public Company
1. Can raise capital by issuing shares to the public.
2. Must follow strict regulations under Companies Act.
3. Shares traded on stock exchanges.
4. Higher transparency and disclosure requirements.
5. Suitable for large-scale operations.
Private Company
1. Cannot issue shares to the public.
2. Limited number of shareholders (as per law).
3. Shares not freely transferable.
4. Lower compliance requirements.
5. Suitable for medium-scale or family businesses.
4. Co-operative Businesses
1. Owned and operated by a group of members.
2. Formed for mutual benefit and common goals.
3. Members pool resources to run the business.
4. Democratic control – one member, one vote.
5. Profit shared among members.
6. Promotes community welfare.
7. Common in agriculture, dairy, banking, housing.
8. Lower taxes and government support.
9. Encourages savings and financial security.
10.Example: Amul Dairy Cooperative.
5. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)
1. MSMEs are businesses categorized based on investment and turnover.
2. Micro: Lowest investment; Small: moderate; Medium: higher limits.
3. Backbone of the Indian economy.
4. Provide large-scale employment at low cost.
5. Encourage entrepreneurship and innovation.
6. Support rural and semi-urban economic development.
7. Receive financial schemes and subsidies from the government.
8. Help in export promotion.
9. Improve supply chain efficiency for large industries.
10.Contribute significantly to GDP and industrial output.
6. Role of MSMEs in Economic Development
1. Create employment opportunities, especially in rural areas.
2. Support balanced regional development.
3. Promote innovation and skill development.
4. Increase industrial diversification.
5. Strengthen supply chains by supporting large industries.
6. Foster manufacturing and service sector growth.
7. Enhance export competitiveness.
8. Encourage youth entrepreneurship.
9. Promote equitable income distribution.
10.Contribute over 30% to India’s GDP (approx.)
Module 3 : Startup financing 4Hr
⭐ 1. Start-up Funding: Cost and Revenue Models
1. Start-up funding helps new businesses cover initial expenses like product development,
marketing, and operations.
2. Cost models define how much money a start-up needs to build, launch, and run its
business.
3. Costs are generally divided into fixed costs (rent, salaries) and variable costs (materials,
utilities).
4. A clear cost model helps founders estimate the total investment required before
generating revenue.
5. Revenue models describe how a start-up will earn money from its product or service.
6. Common revenue models include subscription, advertising, commission, SaaS, and
direct sales.
7. The right revenue model ensures financial sustainability and long-term business growth.
8. Investors evaluate the cost and revenue models to understand profitability and risk level.
9. A scalable revenue model attracts more funding because it promises higher returns.
10.Cost and revenue models together form the financial blueprint of a start-up, guiding
decisions and investment planning.
⭐ 2. Sources of Start-up Funding
1. Start-ups need funding to cover initial costs, build prototypes, hire teams, and enter the
market.
2. Funding sources vary depending on the stage of the start-up—ideation, early stage, and
growth stage.
3. Internal funding like personal savings and money from friends/family is often used at the
beginning.
4. External funding offers more capital but may involve equity sharing or repayment
obligations.
5. Some funding sources support only innovative or high-growth start-ups.
6. Funding may be provided as equity (ownership), debt (loan), or grants (no repayment).
7. Start-ups must choose funding sources based on risk, scalability, and financial need.
8. Different funding sources have different eligibility criteria and documentation
requirements.
9. Investors look for strong business ideas, market potential, and capable founders.
10.Effective use of multiple funding sources can help a start-up grow sustainably.
⭐ 3. Angel Investors
1. Angel investors are wealthy individuals who invest their personal money into early-stage
start-ups.
2. They usually invest smaller amounts compared to venture capitalists.
3. Angels take higher risks by funding start-ups that are not yet proven.
4. They provide funding in exchange for equity (ownership shares) in the company.
5. Many angel investors also offer mentorship and business guidance.
6. They help founders build networks by connecting them to industry experts.
7. Angel funding is often used for prototype development and early market testing.
8. Angels generally invest based on the founder’s vision and potential, not just revenue.
9. Investment amounts typically range from ₹5 lakh to ₹2 crore.
10.Angel investors are crucial for transforming ideas into working start-ups.
⭐ 4. Venture Capitalists
1. Venture capitalists (VCs) are professional investment firms that fund high-growth
start-ups.
2. They invest large amounts of capital compared to angel investors.
3. VCs usually invest in start-ups that have proven traction, customers, or revenue.
4. Venture capital funding is given in exchange for significant equity.
5. VCs conduct detailed analysis before investing—market size, founder capability,
competition.
6. They often join the board of directors to guide strategic decisions.
7. VC funding helps start-ups expand rapidly, scale operations, and enter new markets.
8. VCs expect high financial returns because of the high risk involved.
9. Venture capital is provided in multiple rounds: Seed, Series A, B, C, etc.
10.VCs are key players in building billion-dollar start-ups and unicorns.
⭐ 5. Crowd Funding
1. Crowdfunding collects small amounts of money from a large number of people.
2. It is done online through platforms like Kickstarter, Ketto, and Wishberry.
3. Anyone can contribute—individuals, supporters, or customers.
4. It works for creative projects, products, social causes, and early-stage start-ups.
5. There are different types: reward-based, donation-based, equity crowdfunding, and debt
crowdfunding.
6. Start-ups pitch their idea through videos, descriptions, and prototypes.
7. Contributors receive rewards, early access, or small equity depending on the model.
8. Crowdfunding also validates market demand before full product launch.
9. It reduces dependency on banks or big investors.
10.Successful campaigns help start-ups build a loyal early customer community.
⭐ 6. Government Schemes for Start-up Funding
1. The government provides various schemes to promote entrepreneurship and innovation.
2. These schemes offer loans, grants, subsidies, training, and incubation support.
3. “Startup India” is a flagship initiative supporting new ventures with tax benefits and
funding.
4. SIDBI Funds of Funds supports start-ups through approved venture capital firms.
5. Stand-Up India provides loans to SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.
6. MUDRA loans offer funding up to ₹10 lakh for micro and small businesses.
7. MSME schemes support manufacturing, technology upgrades, and innovation.
8. Atal Innovation Mission funds innovators, incubation centres, and early-stage start-ups.
9. Some schemes offer collateral-free loans, making them accessible to young
entrepreneurs.
10.Government funding boosts innovation and helps start-ups grow without heavy financial
burden.
Module 4 :Intellectual Property Rights (IPR): 4Hr
1. Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights
1. Patents protect new inventions, processes, or technologies for a fixed period
(usually 20 years).
2. A patent grants the inventor exclusive rights to make, use, and sell the
invention.
3. Patents require the invention to be novel, useful, and non-obvious.
4. Trademarks protect brand identifiers like names, logos, symbols, taglines, and
sounds.
5. A trademark helps consumers identify the source of goods or services.
6. Trademark protection can last indefinitely as long as it is actively used and
renewed.
7. Copyright protects creative works such as books, music, software code, films,
and art.
8. Copyright arises automatically at creation; no registration is required (but
registration helps legally).
9. Copyright generally lasts for the creator’s lifetime + 60 years (varies by
country).
10.These three IPR types collectively protect innovation, branding, and creativity.
2. Patent Search and Analysis
1. Patent search involves finding existing patents related to an invention.
2. It checks whether the idea is already patented, avoiding duplication.
3. Helps assess if the invention meets the novelty requirement for patenting.
4. Patent databases include Google Patents, WIPO, USPTO, EPO, and national
databases.
5. Keywords, IPC (International Patent Classification) codes, and inventor names
are used in the search.
6. Patent analysis studies technical details, claims, and drawings of similar
patents.
7. It helps understand existing solutions and identify gaps or improvements.
8. Analysis helps in drafting stronger claims for new patent applications.
9. It also supports business decisions, such as technology investment or
licensing.
10.Patent search reduces the risk of IP infringement and costly legal disputes.
3. Strategies for IPR Protection
1. Register patents, copyrights, and trademarks to gain legal rights.
2. Keep innovations confidential until official filing (NDA, internal security).
3. Use Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) when sharing ideas with outsiders.
4. Apply Digital Rights Management (DRM) for software, media, and online
content.
5. Monitor the market for potential violations using online tools and legal watch
services.
6. Use trade secrets to protect confidential business information.
7. Maintain proper documentation of designs, code, and research work.
8. P Conduct regular audits of intellectual property assets.
9. Take legal action promptly against infringement to maintain protection.
10.Educate employees about IP policies and secure handling of proprietary
information.
4. Ethics in Technology and Innovation
1. Ethical technology ensures that innovations are safe, fair, and beneficial to
society.
2. Developers must respect privacy, especially when handling user data.
3. AI and automation should avoid bias and discrimination.
4. Products should be designed with security to prevent misuse.
5. Transparency is key—users should know how their data is used.
6. Innovations must follow environmental responsibility and sustainability
principles.
7. Technology creators must consider long-term social impact before deployment.
8. Respect for intellectual property and avoiding plagiarism is essential.
9. Ethical innovation requires honesty in research, testing, and reporting data.
10.Technology should aim to improve human life without harming individuals or
communities.
Module 5: Business Model Development
1. Types of Business Models
1. A business model describes how a company creates, delivers, and captures
value.
2. Product-based model: Company sells physical goods (example: mobile
phones).
3. Service-based model: Company provides services (example: consulting,
salons).
4. Subscription model: Customers pay periodically (monthly/yearly) for access
(Netflix).
5. Freemium model: Basic service is free, advanced features are paid (Spotify,
Canva).
6. Marketplace model: Business connects buyers and sellers (Amazon, OLX).
7. On-demand model: Services delivered instantly when requested (Uber,
Zomato).
8. Franchise model: Business allows others to use its brand and operations
(McDonald's).
9. Advertising model: Revenue from ads displayed to users (YouTube, Facebook).
10.Licensing model: Company licenses its technology or content to others
(Microsoft).
2. Value Proposition
1. Value Proposition is the unique value a product or service provides to
customers.
2. It explains why customers should choose your solution over competitors.
3. It focuses on solving a specific customer problem or need.
4. Should highlight benefits, not just features (e.g., convenience, low cost).
5. May include performance improvements, time savings, or ease of use.
6. Should communicate what makes the product distinctive or innovative.
7. Can focus on quality, price, design, experience, or speed.
8. Helps attract and retain customers by providing clear advantages.
9. Must be aligned with the company’s target market and capabilities.
10.A strong value proposition increases market competitiveness.
3. Customer Segments
1. Customer segments are groups of people or organizations a business targets.
2. Each segment has specific needs, behaviors, and preferences.
3. Segmentation can be demographic (age, gender), psychographic, or
geographic.
4. Helps create personalized marketing strategies.
5. Allows businesses to focus on high-value customers.
6. Supports better product and service customization.
7. Some businesses target mass markets, others niche segments.
8. Identifying segments helps in efficient resource allocation.
9. Enables companies to design tailored value propositions for each group.
10.Essential for starting and scaling a successful business model.
Mass Market and Niche Market:--
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1. Target Targets a large and Targets a small, specific
Audience broad group of group with unique needs
customers
2. Product Products are Products are highly
Customiza standardized for customized for a specific
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3. Very high competition Lower competition, but
Competitio due to many players more specialized
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4. Uses general Uses focused marketing
Marketing advertising (TV, (digital, community,
Strategy newspapers, mass word-of-mouth)
media)
5. Pricing Lower price, profit from Higher price, profit from
& Profit high volume sales premium value
Example
● Mass Market: Soap, toothpaste, smartphones
● Niche Market: Organic skincare, luxury watches, gaming keyboards
4. Customer Relationships
1. Customer relationships explain how a business interacts with its customers.
2. Goal is to build long-term trust and loyalty.
3. Can be personal assistance, automated services, or self-service.
4. Strong relationships reduce customer churn.
5. Relationship strategies depend on customer expectations and business goals.
6. Includes after-sales support, helplines, and feedback systems.
7. Personalization in communication improves customer satisfaction.
8. Social media engagement is part of modern customer relationships.
9. Maintaining relationships increases lifetime customer value.
10.Helps companies gain repeat business and referrals.
5. Channels
1. Channels describe how products/services reach customers.
2. Can be physical (stores) or digital (websites, apps).
3. Channels include distribution, communication, and sales paths.
4. Ensures customers know about and can buy the product easily.
5. Examples: retail stores, e-commerce, social media, email marketing.
6. Effective channels provide a smooth customer experience.
7. Choosing the right channel reduces costs and increases reach.
8. Businesses often use multiple channels (omnichannel strategy).
9. Proper channel selection improves brand visibility.
10.Helps deliver the value proposition efficiently.
6. Key Partners
1. Key partners are external individuals or organizations that support business
operations.
2. Examples include suppliers, distributors, investors, and technology partners.
3. Partnerships reduce risk and cost.
4. They help access resources and expertise not available internally.
5. Strategic alliances improve competitive advantage.
6. Partners may help with manufacturing, logistics, marketing, or finance.
7. Good partnerships improve speed to market.
8. Businesses depend on partners for scalability.
9. Collaboration increases innovation through shared knowledge.
10.Helps focus internal resources on core activities.
7. Key Activities
1. Key activities are the critical tasks a business must perform to deliver value.
2. They depend on business type: manufacturing, selling, or providing services.
3. Activities may include production, marketing, distribution, or customer support.
4. Essential for maintaining quality and consistency.
5. Help achieve business goals efficiently.
6. Must align with value proposition and customer expectations.
7. Improve operational performance through process optimization.
8. Some activities may be automated or outsourced.
9. Key activities ensure the company stays competitive.
10.They form the basis for planning and resource allocation.
8. Key Resources
1. Key resources are assets a business needs to operate effectively.
2. They can be physical, financial, intellectual, or human resources.
3. Examples: buildings, machinery, patents, software, employees.
4. Resources enable creation and delivery of value.
5. Strong resources provide a competitive edge.
6. Human resources bring innovation and creativity.
7. Intellectual resources include brand, copyrights, and customer databases.
8. Financial resources include capital, credit, and cash flow.
9. Without adequate resources, business growth becomes difficult.
10.Must be managed carefully to ensure sustainability.
9. Prototyping
1. Prototyping is creating a sample or model of a product to test ideas.
2. Helps convert concepts into tangible forms for evaluation.
3. Can be low-fidelity (simple sketches) or high-fidelity (functional models).
4. Identifies design flaws and improvements early.
5. Saves cost by reducing errors during final development.
6. Allows users to give feedback before full production.
7. Encourages experimentation and innovation.
8. Speeds up product development process.
9. Helps visualize functionality, design, and user experience.
10.Useful for validating whether the solution solves the intended problem.
10. MVP – Minimum Viable Product
1. MVP is the simplest version of a product with only essential features.
2. The purpose is to test the product quickly with real customers.
3. Helps validate business assumptions early.
4. Reduces development cost and market risk.
5. Customer feedback is used to improve future versions.
6. MVP focuses on core functionality, not full design.
7. Enables faster market entry.
8. Helps understand actual customer needs and behavior.
9. Avoids wasting time on unnecessary features.
10.Essential concept in lean startup methodology.
6. Digital Business Management 04
1. Digital Business Models
1. Definition: Frameworks describing how digital companies create, deliver, and capture
value online.
2. Subscription Model: Customers pay recurring fees (monthly/yearly) for ongoing access
(e.g., Netflix).
3. Freemium Model: Basic services are free; premium features require payment (e.g.,
Spotify, Canva).
4. Marketplace Model: Platform connects buyers and sellers; revenue often from
commissions (e.g., Airbnb).
5. On-Demand Model: Services/products delivered instantly upon request (e.g., Uber).
6. Advertising Model: Revenue through ads shown to users (e.g., Google, Facebook).
7. Affiliate Model: Businesses earn by promoting products and earning a referral cut.
8. Sharing Economy Model: Users share or rent under-utilized assets (e.g., property,
cars).
9. Data-Driven Model: Companies generate value by collecting and monetizing user data.
10.Platform Ecosystem Model: Multiple user segments interact within a common digital
platform to create network effects.
2. Digital Marketing: Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
1. Definition: The practice of optimizing web content to rank higher in organic search
results.
2. Keyword Optimization: Researching and using relevant search terms users type into
engines.
3. On-Page SEO: Improving title tags, meta descriptions, headings, and content relevance.
4. Off-Page SEO: Building external backlinks to boost domain authority.
5. Technical SEO: Optimizing site speed, mobile friendliness, and crawlability.
6. Content Quality: Creating valuable, engaging content that satisfies user intent.
7. User Experience: Good navigation, site design, and lower bounce rates improve SEO.
8. Local SEO: Targeting region-specific searches (important for local businesses).
9. Analytics & Tracking: Measuring rankings, click-through rates, and traffic sources.
10.Long-Term Strategy: SEO builds visibility gradually and sustainably over time
3. Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
1. Definition: Paid digital advertising to increase visibility on search engines.
2. Pay-Per-Click (PPC): Advertisers pay each time a user clicks their ad (e.g., Google
Ads).
3. Ad Auction: Bids by advertisers determine ad placement and cost.
4. Keyword Targeting: Ads show when users search specific keywords.
5. Quality Score: Search engines evaluate ad relevance and landing page quality.
6. Budget Control: Marketers set daily or campaign budget limits.
7. Ad Extensions: Extra information (links, phone numbers) can improve click rates.
8. Targeting Options: Location, demographics, device type, and interests can be set.
9. Immediate Traffic: SEM brings fast visibility compared to organic SEO.
10.Measurable ROI: Performance can be tracked precisely (cost per conversion, clicks)
4. Social Media and Influencer Marketing
1. Definition: Using social platforms to build brand awareness and engagement.
2. Content Marketing: Posting relatable, shareable content (images, videos, stories).
3. Community Building: Two-way engagement fosters fan loyalty and brand affinity.
4. Paid Social Ads: Sponsored posts reach targeted audiences (e.g., on Facebook,
Instagram).
5. Influencer Partnerships: Brands collaborate with individuals with loyal followers.
6. Micro-Influencers: Smaller audiences but higher niche engagement.
7. User-Generated Content: Fans create content that amplifies brand reach.
8. Social Listening: Brands monitor conversations to adapt strategy.
9. Analytics: Engagement metrics help refine campaigns.
10.Conversion Paths: Social media drives traffic to websites and increases sales.
5. Disruption and Innovation in Digital Business
1. Disruption: When a digital startup changes how an industry operates (e.g., Airbnb vs
hotels).
2. Innovation: Introduction of new technologies or models that create value.
3. Lower Barriers: Digital tools reduce entry costs for new competitors.
4. Customer Empowerment: Online platforms give customers more choices and
convenience.
5. Network Effects: More users increase platform value (e.g., marketplaces).
6. Data Insights: Real-time analytics inform better business decisions.
7. Agility: Digital firms adapt faster to market changes.
8. Automation: Technology reduces costs and improves efficiency.
9. Personalization: AI tailors products and experiences to users.
10.Ecosystems: Digital innovation often leads to interconnected services and partnerships.
6. Case Study: Airbnb
1. Platform Model: Airbnb operates a multisided marketplace connecting hosts and
guests without owning properties. (Prismetric)
2. Revenue Streams: It earns service fees from guests (~14%) and hosts (~3%) for
bookings and commissions (~20%) on Airbnb Experiences. (Prismetric)
3. Value Proposition: Provides travelers with unique, local stays and hosts with global
exposure. It also offers secure payments and customer support. (Prismetric)
4. Network Effects: More hosts attract more guests and vice versa — enhancing value for
both sides. ([Link])
5. Additional Services: Includes experiences, cleaning add-ons, insurance plans, and
future possible property management. (Prismetric)
6. Customer Relationships: Built through reliable support, verification, reviews, and
personalized service. (Prismetric)
7. Channels: Airbnb uses web and mobile apps to reach users globally. (Prismetric)
8. Technology: AI and algorithms improve search, pricing suggestions, and trust through
fraud detection. (BM Toolbox)
9. Innovation: Disrupted traditional hospitality by letting owners monetize unused space —
reshaping travel. ([Link])
10.Future Growth: Focus on responsible tourism, long-term stays, and stronger
partnerships with travel and tech services. (Prismetric)