1.

0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 NAME OF BUSINESS

Gates the Tailors

1.2 NATURE OF BUSINESS

Fashion is one of the basic human needs besides food and boards. Fashion is needed by

everyone, both men and women. In this modern era, many people are fond of fashion and are

always up to date to follow fashion trends. So fashion can indirectly become a feature of

modern lifestyle. Hence, today fashion is widely present and easy to find in shops, malls,

boutiques and markets. Fashion fans are pretty much, especially women. But with

technological developments many women are beginning to be interested in shopping online for

various reasons; for example more practical, because of their busy schedule, they rarely have

time to shopping to the mall / store. For that reason, we present an online shop that allows

shoppers to shop at anytime and anywhere by providing the latest fashion that is not less

interesting with the products in the market. About our prices are also not inferior to the market.

The price we offer is consistent with the pockets of students and non-working housewives.

1.3 INDUSTRY PROFILE

Our company is characterized by tailor-made services we do business selling Muslim clothes

and garments. We also accept orders individually or in large groups. In the same time we also

make a limited design of Kurta and we produce only for the occasion example Hari Raya

Aldilfitri. We also accept suit orders or blazers for any design and material.
LOCATION OF BUSINESS

Gates the Tailors is located at Kampung Batu Muda, 51100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory

of Kuala Lumpur. The location is strategic because it is at the center of a housing where there

are mosque and condominium . This way our company will be easily recognizable and attentive

to public because the traffic front of the shop is very heavy then this road is also the main road

of workers from Kuala Lumpur to return to Gombak or Batu Cave also that indeed they are our

main target.

1.4 DATE OF ANNOUNCEMENT

5 JANUARY 2008

1.5 FUTURE PROSPECTS OF THE BUSINESS

Once the business is financially stable, we plan to open other branches and expand our business

in whole country. Besides that, we would also like to improve and upgrade the quality of service

and workers to make customer more confident. Other than that, we also will cooperate with

non-governmental organizations to distribute sewn clothes to distribute to anyone in need. As

a conclusion, this business can help many parties in need and also adolescents who are keen on

earning income.
2.0 PURPOSE OF PREPARING BUSINESS PLAN

This business plan is prepared to upgrade the services in the company. Since this is a old

company, a guide is very important to assist us in understanding the new way of business which

is use online marketing or e-commerce site and the working components of the company. In

preparing this business plan, we have listed down the plans and strategies of the business in

order to achieve the companys goals.

3.0 BUSINESS / COMPANY BACKGROUND

3.1 Name of Business : Gates the Tailor

3.2 Business Address : Kampung Batu Muda, 51100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal

Territory of Kuala Lumpur

3.3 Telephone Number : 03-2267236

Fax Number : 03-2267237

E-mail Address : gatestailorsrgmail.com

3.4 Form of Business : Owning Business

3.5 Main Business Activity (ies) : Provides tailoring services

3.6 Date of Registration : 11/12/2008

Registration Number : 000621749-D

Initial (Loan) Capital : RM 150 000

3.7 Name of Bank : Bank Islam Berhad

Bank Account Number : 1300 2214 6788

4.0 Background of Owner / Partners

Name Muhammad Faris Bin Muhd Yusuf

Position Board of Director in Gates the Tailors
IC Number 860326-08-6360
Address A-8-1, Block A Aman Putra,
Jalan Aman Putra, Taman Aman Putra,
52000 Gombak, Kuala Lumpur.
Email Address faristailors@yahoo.com
Phone No. 017-3312656
Date Birth 26 March 1986
Age 31
Marital Status Married
Academic Qualification Diploma of Mechanical Engineering , IKM Jasin
Melaka
Skills Experts in leadership skill
Expert in cloth material
Experience Supervisor at Mercedes Malaysia (Gombak)

Name NurHanani Binti Norbaini

Position Head of Administrative in Gates the Tailors
IC Number 870604-03-5416
Address Lot 132, Lorong Alhijrah, Jalan Pasir Puteh, 16400 Kota
Bharu, Kelantan.
Email Address nhanani4694@gmail.com
Phone No. 017-9484025
Date Birth 04 June 1987
Age 29
Marital Status Single
Academic Qualification Bachelor of Human Resource Management, UiTM
Shah Alam
Diploma of Business Studies, Kolej Professional
MARA Beranang, Melaka.
Skills Able to communicate with other people and expert in
computer programmed and data processing.
Experience 2 years worked as Assistant of Administrative
Department at KFC Holding (Malaysia) Bhd.

Name Noorasyikin Binti Ishak

Position Head of Marketing in Gates the Tailors
IC Number 940925-07-5646
Address Lot 758, Mk 19,
Jalan Kuala Mengkuang,
14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang.
Email Address syikinishak_94@yahoo.com
Phone No. 019-4085446
Date Birth 25 September 1987
Age 29
Marital Status Single
Academic Qualification Master of Marketing Management, Universiti Utara
Malaysia.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing,
UniKL Business School.
Skills Able to communicate with other people and expert in
marketing.
Experience 2 year worked as Assistant of Marketing Officer at
Munchy Food Industries Sdn. Bhd.
Name Nur Qasyrina Binti M.R.Azmi
Position Head of Financial in Gates the Tailors
IC Number 871112-03-5334
Address Pt5765, Taman Lati Murni,
17000 Pasir Mas, Kelantan.
Email Address nqasyrina94@gmail.com
Phone No. 014-5121696
Date Birth 12 November 1987
Age 29
Marital Status Married
Academic Qualification Bachelor in Accounting, UniKL Business School
Diploma in Business Studies, Universiti Malaya
Skills Able to communicate and experts in calculation and
technology advancement.
Experience One year work as Financial Planning at HSBC Amanah,
Kuala Terengganu.
5.0 BACKGROUND OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT

5.1 Physical location

Gates the Tailor is located at Lot 53, Kampung Batu Muda, 51100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal

Territory of Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. Generally, the premise is a shop house situated in a

housing area with many facilities nearby.

5.2 Price of premise

Since the premise is a commercial business premise owned by MARA, the rent is lower than

market rate. Expenses for the rent cost about RM200 per month.

5.3 Distance from the source of raw materials

We get the raw materials from suppliers around the Klang area. Our main supplier is Hassan

Tailoring Supplier which is located at Meru, Klang. The supplier always guarantees that the

materials are not faulty.

5.4 Availability of manpower

Since this business requires skilled workers, the search for available manpower needs to be

expanded to other areas. I plan to maintain the number of workers in the first year and search

for more staff from local training institutes in Gombak.

5.5 Transportation facilities

Customers can reach our premise by bus and taxi. The location is also convenient for our

supplier to deliver the raw materials.

5.6 Distance from customers

Our company is located 500 meters from the nearest school and housing area which makes it

very easy to frequent.

5.7 Basic amenities (electrical, water and telephone facilities)

Our office is completed with water and electricity supplies, Internet connection and telephone

lines. These basic amenities are provided in order for all workers to perform and accomplish

their jobs more efficiently and productively.

6.0 ORGANIZATION/MANAGEMENT/ADMINISTRATION PLAN

6.1 Organizations vision, mission and objectives

Table shows the logo used by Gates the Tailor and describes the companys vision, mission

and objectives.

Table 1: Logo, vision, mission and objectives of Gates the Tailor..

Logo of the business

Tailored to Your Needs

Companys vision To become a successful tailoring service provider and training

institute in Malaysia.

Companys mission A) To maximize profit

 Our companys long-term goals are to maximize profits.

This is important to ensure that we are successful.

B) To open new branches all over Malaysia in 10-15 years

time in order to become a known brand name

It is important to expand our business by opening new

branches at other locations to enable others to know our

business.

C) To increase the number of employees and services

Our company wants to increase its number of employees

when the number of customers increases. This is important

to ensure that we can continue giving good quality services

to our customers.

D) To open tailoring training center

Our company wants to open a training centre in the future

to train people who are interested in tailoring by providing

study modules and fees that are affordable.

Companys objectives Our companys objectives are:

A) To achieve consistency in our companys cash flow

This is important to ensure that we have good cash flow and

a smooth running business.

B) To give the best tailoring services to customers

A) To offer reasonable prices to customers

 Price is very important for customers. The price and quality of service must be parallel with

each other. Therefore, reasonable prices are very important in order to make customers

continue using our tailoring services.

B) To achieve monthly profit targets

Our objectives is to achieve our monthly profit targets to ensure that we make a reasonable

amount of profit every month. This can help enhance our financial position.

C) To ensure the order is completed on time

Our company wants to ensure that the customers orders are completed on time.

D) To provide excellent and effective tailoring training services

6.2 Organizational Chart

The organizational chart for our company is quite simple given that it contains only one level

of management. As the business grows, the levels of management and number of employees

may be increased.

Table 2.1: Organizational structure of Gates the Tailor.

MANAGER

MUHAMMAD FARIS

HEAD OF ADMIN HEAD OF MARKETING

NUR HANANI NOR ASYIKIN

HEAD OF FINANCIAL

NUR QASYRINA
6.3 Manpower Planning

Gates the Tailor has one manager and two experienced tailors to manage and execute the

operations of the business as shown in table.

Table 2.2: Position and number of personnel in Gates the Tailor.

Position Number of Personnel

Manager 1

Head of department 3

Total 4
6.4 Schedule of Task and Responsibilities

Table describes the task and responsibilities of every position. The following functions and

responsibilities have been identified and will be delegated to the respective individual to ensure

the smooth operation of the business.

Table 2.3: Schedule of tasks and responsibilities of employees.

Task Responsibilities/Job Description

Manager Monitor all activities came out by staff

Plan and organize the task

Make decisions and solve problem among staff

Control the overall management of the business

Plan and monitor the strategic progress of the business

Be accountable for the overall performances of the business

Head of Maintains administrative staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and

training employees.
Admin
Maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
Planning and coordinating administrative procedures and systems
and devising ways to streamline processes.
Assessing staff performance and provide coaching and guidance to

ensure maximum efficiency.

Head of Maintains administrative staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and

training employees.
Marketing
Maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
Planning and coordinating administrative procedures and systems
and devising ways to streamline processes.
 Assessing staff performance and provide coaching and guidance to
ensure maximum efficiency.
Head of Monitoring and interpreting cash flows and predicting future trends.
Allocating the financial resources of the business that minimizes the
Financial
wealth and profitability.
Handle the budgets and find ways to raise capital.
Arrange matters occur such as payment of salary, EPF, SOCSO and
expenses.
Prepare relevant weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports

6.5 Remuneration Plan

For our company, we have chosen the EPF scheme to be given to all employees. The table

show illustrates the remuneration plan for each employee in Gates the Tailor.

Table 2.4: Remuneration plan.

Position No Salary Allowances EPF SOCSO TOTAL (RM)

. (RM) (RM) (RM)

(RM)

Manager 1 5000.00 5000.00

Head of Admin 1 2200.00 286.00 37.60 2523.60

Head of 1 2200.00 286.00 37.60 2523.60

Marketing

Head of 1 2200.00 286.00 37.60 2523.60

Financial

Total 6 6600.00 5000.00 858.00 112.80 12 570.80

6.5.1 Salary

Basic wage or salary will be paid in cash as stipulated in the employment contract. Wages will

be paid once a month to the workers and the payment will be paid at the end of the month. The

salary will be debited to their accounts on the 27th of every month. Any increment in wages

will be given to all employees based on their qualification and working experience.

6.5.2 EPF and SOCSO contributions

EPF contribution will be deducted from all workers salaries. The company will also contribute

to SOCSO which is 2% of the workers basic salary.

6.5.3 Working hours

Every employee who works in Gates the Tailor has to work for nine hours a day, starting from

1.00 am until 8.00 pm every Monday to Friday. Lunch hour is from 12.30 pm until 1.30 pm.

6.5.4 Medical allowance

Medical allowance will be provided in the event of illness.

6.5.5 Maternity benefits

Female employees are entitled to 60 days maternity leave for every confinement period.

Allowance is not given to employees who have more than five surviving children.
6.5.6 Insurance

Insurance coverage will be given to all workers, the premises or buildings bought or rented as

well as all means of transportation.

6.5.7 Bonus

Bonus will be paid depending on the tailors job performance.

6.5.8 Compensation and benefits to workers

Compensation and benefits are given to workers to improve their performance and job

satisfaction.

6.5.9 Holidays

All workers are entitled to have at least two rest days that is on Saturday and Sunday every

week.

6.5.10 Annual leave and sick leave

Each worker will be given an annual leave of 16 days. In terms of sick leave, the medical

certificate has to approve by a registered medical practitioner. If an employee is hospitalized,

he/she is entitled to 60 days of sick leave whereby his wages will still be paid. But if the

employee is hospitalized more than 60 days, his/her wages will not be paid.
6.6 List of office equipment and supplies

Gates the Tailor has bought office equipment and supplies as listed in table below.

Table 2.5: List of equipment and supplies.

No. Type of Equipment Quantity Price Per Total Amount

Unit (RM) (RM)

1 Edging machine 1 1500.00 1500.00

2 Normal machine 1 250.00 250.00

3 High speed machine 2 2800.00 5600.00

4 Embroidery machine 1 3500.00 3500.00

5 Furniture 1 set 3000.00 3000.00

6 Air conditioner 1 3000.00 3000.00

7 Renovation 1 3000.00 3000.00

8 Sewing supplies (thread, buttons, etc.) 1 3000.00 3000.00

9 Signboard 1 1000.00 1000.00

10 Iron 2 125.00 250.00

Total 12 21 175.00 19 750.00

6.7 Administration budget

As indicated in table, the administrative budget includes rent, water, electricity and telephone

bills, transportation costs, clerical and promotional costs.

Table 2.6: Administrative expenditure.

ADMISTRATIVE EXPENDITURE

RM RM

Fixed Assets/Capital Expenditure

Working Capital/Monthly Expenditure

Manager allowance 5000.00

Workers salaries 6600.00

EPF 858.00

SOCSO 112.80

Sewing apparatus 500.00

Office maintenance 100.00

Office supplies 100.00

Rental 200.00

Water bill 30.00

Electricity bill 70.00

Telephone/Fax 100.00

Transportation 100.00

13 770.80
Other Expenditure

Clerical and promotion 200.00

200.00

Total 13 970.80