The goal of this stage is to quickly maximize revenue and profit through a streamlining of processes, application of technology or other sustainable efficiencies.

Milestones

The milestones of this stage are outlined below along with a clear purpose and description as well as a list of support partners who offer resources for each milestone. 

Scaling Operations

To prepare the business to handle operational considerations of expansion efficiently. This may include impacts related to human resources, and documentation of processes, policies and procedures.

 Support partners
 
  1. Sandbox Centre
  2. DMZ Innisfil
  3. Georgian Bay Accelerator
  4. Georgian College – Research & Innovation
  5. Barrie, Simcoe County & Orillia SBEC
  6. Fuel Innovation
  7. Orillia CDC
  8. Community Futures South Georgian Bay
  9. Nottawasaga Futures

Scaling Technology

To equip the business for substantial growth through the implementation of technology. This can include the onboarding of new software and hardware, the digitization of processes, forms and functions and/or standardizing products and services for compatibility with new technology.

 Support partners
 
  1. Georgian College – Research & Innovation
  2. Lakehead University
  3. Sandbox Centre
  4. Georgian Bay Accelerator
  5. DMZ Innisfil
  6. Fuel Innovation

Lean Processes

To find efficiencies which may improve the bottom line of the business. This could include streamlining internal processes and implementing lean methodologies to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

 Support partners
 
  1. Georgian College – Research & Innovation
  2. Sandbox Centre
  3. DMZ Innisfil
  4. Georgian Bay Accelerator
  5. South Georgian Bay SBEC