Rani Ink (Pty) Ltd

Business Location: Township
Province Gauteng
Branch: Seda Johannesburg Branch
Business Start Date: 2018-12-03
Busniess Type: Company

Business Dynamics and Challenges

Business Activities: The business manufactures high-quality condiments that are developed from unique recipes .
Challenges/Needs: A business model canvas assessment tool was conducted on the business, and the following key Challenges that hinder the growth of the business were identified: 1. Limited financial resources for scalable packaging production, 2. Restricted market penetration due to insufficient branding and marketing investment, 3. Need for improved distribution channels, 4. Lack of business skills such as financial management, business planning, administration, and marketing 5. Access to funding

Intervention Insights and Results

Intervention Details: A Business Model Canvas Assessment was conducted, and the following recommendations and
interventions were agreed upon with the client:
1. Design and Supply of Packaging and
2. Facilitation of Exhibitions (Access to Local markets) and
3. Facilitate access to Funding
Outcome Details: Sedfa interventions have highly assisted the business in the following manner:
- The client was supplied with attractive packaging that adheres to retail requirements, and they are now listed with Meatworld (Vereeniging) Meat Suppliers. The packaging has also helped reduce their internal costs, allowing them to lower their markup, which has made the company’s products more attractive, especially to their reseller clientele.
- A funding application was submitted to Sedfa for Asset Assist Grant Funding.
- As a result of the new packaging, the business was able to increase its Turnover by 89% and created 2 new jobs.

Client Feedback

Client Comments: Thank you Sedfa
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