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Entrepreneur’s Guide to Computer RecyclingTelecommunicationsBBUILDING THE PROJECT | FACILITIES AND UTILITIESThe centre must be equipped with effective means of communication(phone, fax, Internet connection) to be able to communicate efficiently withcustomers, suppliers and subsidiaries. A low-bandwidth Internet connectivitymay not be sufficient to run an active centre. It is recommended tohave a high-speed Internet connection.In areas not covered by cable or ADSL, there is the possibility to establisha high-speed Internet connection via satellite, which guarantees arapid, reliable and permanent Internet access. This type of connectionrequires specific outdoor equipment (satellite dish, cable, etc.) as well asa computer (with DVB-s card). There are several types of subscriptionoffers for satellite connection, providing different bandwidths. The transmission/receptionmaterial required is generally specific to the provider.Advantages for each type of subscription must be carefully considered, inorder to select the best offer with the best bandwidth.ToolsTo perform sorting and dismantling operations, several pieces of equipmentare required, all of which need to be purchased before launching theenterprise. The most important are workbenches, shelves, small tools,containers (boxes, roller bins, etc.) and a set of scales (mechanical orelectronic).The minimum set of tools per workbench recommended consists of:28Minimum set of tools per workbench• 1 cutter• 1 set of cruciform screwdrivers• 1 set of flat screwdrivers• hex head keys• torx screwdrivers• 1 screw gun• 1 hammer• 1 sledgehammer• 1 chipping chisel (or air chisel)• office lamps• 1 drilling machine• 1 grinder• security goggles and gloves• 1 kitchen scale• 1 tape measure• cutting pliers• 1 multimeter• 1 set of keys• 1 table for internal communication• various pliers
Volume 1: Basics for starting up a computer recycling businessc h a p t e r 4COST ANALYSISBBefore launching a business, the entrepreneur must establish a budget,identifying the various costs the company will have to take into account.There are two parts to the budget: a start-up budget, which gives thebreakdown of the one-time costs necessary to set up a recycling centre,and the operating budget, which details the on-going costs of running thecentre. This analysis will also enable the entrepreneur to plan the activityand to establish the prices, in order to be profitable and able to sustain thecentre over the long term.Start-up budgetInvestmentsThe start-up budget comprises all costs necessary to launch an activity.It includes spending related to capital and to the creation of the legalstructure, but also all the expenses and investments essential for theopening of the premises, i.e. renovations, purchase of equipment andfurniture, and guarantees paid to phone and electricity providers.BUILDING THE PROJECT | COST ANALYSISContributions in cash and in kindThe entrepreneur and his partners have several possible ways to contributeto the capital: they may put money into the business thanks to personalloans, microloans, aids and grants. These are contributions in cash. Theentrepreneur and his partners may also provide equipment: vehicles,materials, furniture, premises, etc. These are contributions in kind.Operating budgetThe operating budget includes all recurring expenses, such as rent,salaries, insurance and supplies. In the case of a pilot project of creating29
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