Business plans for machinery moving are typically used by a contracting firm that hauls heavy equipment on behalf of construction companies or other agencies. There are many companies that use heavy machinery but don't necessarily have the means to transport it from one site to another. A small construction company for example might own a bulldozer but not a hauler, and it's more cost-effective to hire a moving company than to purchase the necessary unit for the move. A buyer and a seller, too, might find that transporting a dirt mover or scraper is best outsourced to a third party. A plan for a company like this one needs to show a few things:
• The number of prospective customers
• The weight range/size of equipment that can be moved
• A list of equipment types eligible
• The cost of a given project/engagement
• The maximum distance you will travel
The plan also needs to account for the little details that bankers will harp on. Are you able to assess a fuel surcharge? What permits and licensing issues do you need to pass in order to incorporate and begin working? Are there specific needs you'll face in start-up that you will require extra capital to cover? Beyond showing a complete use of funds, the plan will need a revenue forecast (with underlying assumptions), a break-even point, a profit and loss table, a cash flow analysis, and a balance sheet for each of 3-5 years, depending on your funding source (bank vs. investor). MasterPlans has written thousands of business plans for construction companies, moving companies, and the like and we can develop a great business plan for you too. Call us at 877-453-2011 to learn more!
