The Internet exchange business plan describes the development or commercialization of a new physical infrastructure point that Internet service providers (ISPs) can use to route their traffic. Usually developed by a subsidiary of the ISP or by a licensed contractor working on behalf of the Internet company, the exchange point (often referred to as “IX†or “IXPâ€) involves extensive fiber optics and other data-intensive networking equipment. They need to be fast, secure, and reliable for all users. The business plan you'll need to get funding for one should show:
• The potential user base and their payments for the IXP
• The capital requirements for the development
• A timeline from inception to launch
• The implementation/marketing plan, as needed
• Competitive elements and threats/risks to completion
Your Internet exchange business plan will also need a financial model, though you can approach this aspect from a couple of different angles. If you only need to build the network point in order to sell its hardware, show the start-up costs weighed against the one-time sale. If you license its use, make a full model with 3-5 years of revenues and ongoing expenses and be sure to show the schedule of any loan repayment or the terms you'd offer to investing parties. A management section and full service description is also wise. Need assistance with this plan? MasterPlans is the industry's leading business plan writing firm and has worked on all nature of tech projects. Call us today to learn more by dialing toll-free (877) 453-2011.
