By the end of 2019 world witnessed a deathly virus known as COVID-19 or Corona Virus in China. In the beginning of 2020, it spread all over the world and every function came to a halt. Currently, not almost all of the countries are having any economical or commercial activities that affected the world economy to a major extent. All the perceptions and expectations to be recovered from the situation and controlling the virus left unfulfilled. In this scenario, not only the small businesses but also the larger companies suffered a lot.
However, things can be different and better in case we look for some transformations and adaptations. The COIVD-19 is giving us a hint of transforming our lives and business matters as well. for the businesses in this pandemic situation, following transformations are helpful. These remedies will not bring you the 100% profits but will be good to resume your business activities for a good reason.
Limit your target audience
The more area you will cover, the more resources you need to meet the consumer needs. It will automatically increase your expenses and you will not be able to meet the break even. The best is to limit your target audience and service area. It will help to control the viral spread and keep your business running.
Offer ecommerce facilities
e-commerce is not new to the industry. many of the companies are just working on e-commerce since their beginning. Right now, it I the more reasonable option that keeps you connected with your consumer in the first place. All you need is to have the online platform or offer the delivery services.
Use the gift cards
Gift cards are a great way for you to get some sales on your account. If you are unable to provide services of your business such as catering, food, photography, salon, grooming and much more then you can offer gift cards or vouchers. Using your accounting software, it will be easy to make entries of these gift cards or vouchers. The customers will be able to buy them, gift them in this time and can claim them lately when they need services or lockdown is over. Adding little discounts on these vouchers will help you to keep the sales on.
Prefer the local vendors
In case you have been working with the international vendors to ensure quality and making your products remarkable. Then, you need to now look for local vendors with best quality. It will work for you two ways, once you will be able to get the material easily in your state, secondly you can keep running production moreover you will be helping a person from your country. In pandemic situation, consumers are having alternative approach to promote local products so you will be in business.