Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When it comes to writing a business plan, one style does not fit all. Different industries require different plans. A retailer isn’t much ...

The Business-to-Consumer (B2C) model encompasses the transactions and interactions between a business and the end-users of its products or services. The essence of a B2C company lies in its focus on ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Creating a successful business starts with a strong plan.

With so much to think about and plan for, when starting a new business it may be tempting to overlook creating a comprehensive business plan. However, it's important to remember that a business plan ...