Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Many of the world’s finest creations trace back to classical and ancient times. Papyrus and hieroglyphics came from ancient Egypt, and the Romans, aside from aqueducts and military tactics, are thought to have given us all used types of pastry. Using natural sweeteners, it’s thought that the Romans, Greeks, and ancient Egyptians used a filo-type pastry when creating sweet tarts, fruits pastries, and honey cakes, as well as dumplings stuffed with nuts and dates. (Desel, 2018). Pastries gain a massive sale in London streets. It became an accessible business and adopted by lots of people. Moreover, the first cafeteria which sold baked goods was established in Paris. (Rahul, 2017). As a nation tied to vibrant food culture, beloved staples have become a huge part of the Filipino lifestyle. Apart from history, socio-cultural practices, cooking methods, and traditions, it also carries stories that must be preserved and passed on to elevate one’s sense of pride in local culture and enable one to support local industries. (Times, 2017) According to the 2013 Annual Survey of Philippine Business and Industry (ASPBI), released by Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in 2016, bread, cakes, pastries, pies and similar ‘perishable’ bakery products were accounted for the most number of manufacturing establishments in the formal sector of the Philippine economy. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 2 Cupcake is considered to be one of the best and popular desserts in the world. It was then introduced in the United States in the 19th century, and it was revolutionary because of the amount of time it saved in the kitchen. The name of the cupcake originated from two theories: the cakes were originally cooked in cups and the other one the ingredients used to make the cupcakes measured out by cups (Food Timeline Web). On the early part, cupcakes were called “number” cakes, for reasons that they were easy to remember by the measurements of ingredients it took to create them but today cupcakes have expanded to a wide variety of ingredients, measurements, shapes and decorations. Cupcakes were convenient because they cooked much quicker than larger cakes. When baking was down in heart ovens, it would consume a lot time to bake a cake, and the final product would often be burned. Since their creation, 201th century, cupcakes have become a pop culture trend in the culinary world. (DMCA, 2017) . Polvoron is a Filipino-style shortbread made of toasted flour, powdered milk, sugar, and butter. Sweet, buttery, and easy to customize with different flavors, it’s a delicious snack or dessert and great for gift giving, too. Polvoron is a type of shortbread popular in Spain and its former colonies in Latin America and the Philippines. As its name which comes from the Spanish word polvo (“powder” or “dust”) suggests, it’s a soft, crumbly confection made of flour, milk, sugar, fat, and nuts. While the traditional Filipino version uses powdered full cream milk, toasted flour, sugar, and butter or margarine, other ingredients such as ube (purple yam), strawberry, pinipig (crispy rice), cashew, and cookies are also commonly added as flavor variants. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 3 The mixture is shaped into small portions using tin molds and then wrapped individually in colorful cellophane or Japanese paper to maintain freshness. (Lalaine, 2017). In both Norway and Sweden they called pastries as “lussekartt” and “lussebulle”. It consists of plain flour, butter, yeast, caster sugar, currants and sultanas. It originally came from England (Cornwall). The Netherlands and Sweden. The “revel bun” from Cornwall is baked from special occasion, such as anniversary feasts (revels), or the dedication of a church in the west of Cornwall large saffron buns are also known as “tea treat buns” and are associated. In Sweden and Norway no cinnamon or nutmeg is used in the bun, and raisin are used instead of currants. The burns are baked into many traditional shapes, of the simplest is a reversed S-shape. (Go, 2017) The word “shake” first appeared in print in 1885. At this time, shakes were an eggnog-like drink made with whiskey. However, by the turn of the century, shakes were no longer alcoholic and were made with flavored syrups, such as vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry. By 1930, shakes referred to the sweet treat we know today, with ice cream, milk, and syrup blended together. The evolution of this drink has a lot to do with the invention of electric blenders. Before blenders were widely available, shakes were hand-shaken, which is why they were an eggnog-like texture. In 1911, Hamilton Beach invented a drink mixer that was adopted by soda fountains, making shakes easier than ever to make. In 1922, Steven Poplawski invented the blender, and that was when shakes began to be made in their whipped, modern form. (Soda Shop, 2019). Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 4 Momordica charantia or locally known as “Ampalaya” is known for its antidiabetic properties. Ampalaya or bitter gourd is an herbal plant popular for its bitter taste but contain medicinal properties and numerous health benefits to the body. Ampalaya (Bitter Gourd) is a climbing vine and the tendrils of which grow up to 20 centimeters long. This vegetable usually grows in tropical countries in Asia such as the Philippines. It belongs to the family of Cucurbitaceae which originated in India and later introduced to China in the 14th century. (Health, 2015). Ampalaya leaves are heartshaped, which are 5 to 10 centimeters in diameter. The fruits of the ampalaya vine are fleshy green with pointed ends at length. It can never be mistaken for any other variety because its ribbed and wrinkled surface had always been ampalaya’s distinct physical structure. The bitter taste of the ampalaya fruit had also been the distinguishing factor from the rest of the fruits with medical value, and this is due to the presence of a substance known as momorcidin. (Ladera, 2017) Ampalaya is oblong in shape and its skin is smooth. This fruit is a best source of vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. It is also rich in iron, calcium and full of dietary fiber. This bitter fruit has magnesium, folate, zinc, manganese and phosphorus. It contains three active substances with anti-diabetic properties, including charantin which has been confirmed to have a blood glucose-lowering effect, vaccine and an insulin-lie compound known as glucose. (Brewster, 2018) It is also safe for pregnant women to eat Ampalaya because it has high folate and fiber content, anti-oxidant, regulates good vowel movement, great source of nutrients needed by the fetus and it is source of other nutrients. Ampalaya has a positive effect on diabetes, blood pressure, cancer, pneumonia, infection and in immune system. Some Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 5 people think that this kind of product may not work because of its taste and possibly the majority will not take a risk to eat. Because of this mind set, it is very challenging for the researcher to create this study to prove that the bitterness of the Ampalaya would not exist. Also through this, both respondents and researchers have a knowledge about the best effects of Ampalaya in our lives including its benefits in the economy and in our health. (Agron, 2010) Health awareness is the prime investment, ingenuity is the investor’s joining effort and wellness is the net gain. Most people think that they buy a product that is appealing to them and adapting a healthy and well-conditioned life is expensive and difficult to achieve especially for those who are having financial problems. The significance is just how one responsibility and used the cheap, natural abundance of nature in many ways. Ampalaya is rich in vitamins and minerals. It contains less of the Vitamin C content present in oranges but it’s sufficient enough for everyday consumption. Vitamin C help us in improving your immunity and thus keep your body healthy and protects it from pathegons that cause infections. Being diagnosed with cancer can be a person’s nightmare. Being rich in Vitamin C and anti-oxidants like lycopene, eating ampalaya can protect your cells from damage and reduce your chances of getting cancer. (Carreos, 2015) Statement of the problem Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 6 This study aims to determine the feasibility of Bitter Gourd to producing nutritious cupcakes, polvoron and shakes from Ampalaya in terms of the marketing, management, technical financial and socio-economic aspects of the business. Specifically, this study seeks to answers the following questions: 1. What market strategies for the proposed products are to be used in order to meet customer’s satisfaction in the market? 2. What management plan can be designed and formulated to attain a successful operation? 3. Is the proposed business technically feasible? 4. How much is the capital needed to put up the business? 5. What socio-economic contributions and benefits can the proposed business provide? 7 Scope and Limitation of the Study Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy This study focuses on determining the feasibility of producing Ampalaya (Bitter Gourd) cupcakes, polvoron and shakes with aspect to, marketing, management, technical, financial and socio-economic aspects of the business. The respondents of the study will be the faculty and students of Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus for academic year 2019 – 2020. Also, the research only covered on the production of Ampalaya (Bitter Gourd) cupcakes, polvoron and shake and other problems found on the study will not be discussed. This study will be conducted in August to November 2019. 8 Significance of the study Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy This study will be significant to the identified individuals and groups below. Customers. This study give some health benefits because of its best source of vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. It also has rich in iron, calcium and full of dietary fiber. This bitter fruit has magnesium, folate, zinc, manganese and phosphorus. Academe. This study will serve as an additional reference in the school library. The findings may help the academe in enhancing, improving and developing the knowledge of the school community in terms of the proper handling of business. Proponents. The result of this study will provide insights and understanding to the proponents on how to apply the strategies, knowledge, and methods gained on the real business operation. Government. This proposed study can help to the government buy paying taxes. Farmers. The proposed study will help the farmers to engage in producing more vegetables. We are not only selling but also helping the farmers to promote their product. Future Researchers. In doing this study, the researchers will acquire new skills and knowledge that they can use in their profession. 9 Definition of terms Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy To establish clear and understanding of the study, the following terms are arranged alphabetically, in conceptually and operationally defined: Ampalaya - Conceptually, a tropical annual vine (Momordica charantia) native to Asia, having yellow flowers and orange, warty fruits that open at maturity to expose red-coated seeds. (Farlex, 2019) Operationally, it is the main ingredients for the production of cupcakes, polvoron and shake. Customer - Conceptually, an individual or business that purchase another company’s goods or services (Bloomenthal, 2019) Operationally, the respondent and one of the beneficiaries of this study. Demand - Conceptually, is an economic principle referring to a consumer's desire to purchase goods and services and willingness to pay a price for a specific good or service. (Chappelow, 2019) Operationally, refers to customer’s wants to purchase ampalaya delicacies. Diabetes- Conceptually, is a disease in which your blood glucose or blood sugar levels are too high in Glucose that comes from the foods you eat. Operationally, it can lead to a buildup of sugars in the blood, which can increase the risk of dangerous complications . Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 10 Flour- Conceptually, a powder obtained by grinding grain, typically wheat, and used to make bread, cakes, and pastry. Operationally, it will be used to make Ampalaya cupcake and ampalaya polvoron. Operationally, refers to customer’s wants to purchase ampalaya delicacies. Marketing- Conceptually, it refers to activities undertaken by a company to promote the buying and selling of a product or service. (Twin, 2019) Operationally, this is the activity and processes for creating, communicating, distributing and exchanging offering that have value for customers. Pastry- Conceptually, any item of food of which such dough forms an essential part, as a pie, tart, or napoleon (Collins, 2017) Operationally refers to the small, baked food that usually sweets and creamy. Product- Conceptually, it can be service or an item that offered for sale. (Bennett, 2019) Operationally, this will be cupcakes, polvoron and shake. Cupcakes- Conceptually, is a small cake designed to serve one person, which may be baked in a small thin paper or aluminum cup. (Abril, 2014) Operationally, it refers to the small, well-rounded, cake-type of pastry. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 11 Polvoron- Conceptually, is a Filipino-style shortbread made of toasted flour, powdered milk, sugar, and butter. Sweet, buttery, and easy to customize with different flavors. (Manalo, 2019) Operationally, is a type of heavy and soft and made of flour, sugar and milk. Shake- Conceptually, a refreshing flavored, organic or fruit frozen drink. (Heinz, 2019) Operationally, the only drink in this study that made by the researcher. Tasty- Involves the communication of sensory concepts which are defined using standard stimuli. (R. Ishii and M. O'Mahony, 2010) Operationally, it refers of having a pleasing taste and a good flavor. Vitamins- Conceptually an organic compound required by an organism as a vital nutrient in limited amount. Operationally, it refers to substances that your need to grow and develop normally. CHAPTER II Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy MARKET STUDY This chapter present the objectives, methodology, results and discussions, demand and supply analysis, industry update, competition or competitor’s profile, market analysis, market strategy, and time table of action plan or marketing activities. Objectives of the Market Study The purpose of the study is to determine the acceptability of Ampalaya Delicacies in different variance that needs to be developed to meet the customer’s satisfactions and demands. Specifically, it aims to: 1. To find out the market acceptability of Ampalaya cupcake, ampalaya polvoron and ampalaya shake in terms of : a. Quality b. Price c. Packaging d. Branding 2. Determine the present demand and supply of the Ampalaya Delicacies. 3. Identify the possible competitors that are present in the market. 4. Formulate marketing strategies. 13 Methodology of the study Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy It deals with the method of research used in the study, the subject respondent, locale of the study, data gathering instrument used, the conduct of the study, the procedure in data analysis and statistical treatment of data. Results and Discussions of the Study This study use a researcher-made questionnaire to determine the feasibility of producing ampalaya cupcakes, ampalaya polvoron and ampalaya shake. The questionnaire contains information needed in this study filled out by 319 selected respondents in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College- Fortune Towne Campus. The self-made questionnaire was divided into three parts. Part 1 pertains to the respondent’s profile; type of respondents whether they are a student or faculty; their course and year level. On the other hand, Part 2 pertains to the market acceptability of the product in terms of the quality, price, packaging and branding. Questions in each part were answerable by Likert Five Point Scale: (5) Very Highly Acceptability, (4) Highly Acceptability, (3) Moderately Acceptable, (2) Less Acceptable, (1) Least Acceptable. Part 3 pertains to the buyer’s preference SCALE MEAN RANGE INTERPRETATION 5 4.21- 5.00 Very high acceptable (VHA) 4 3.41- 4.20 Highly Acceptable (HA) 3 2.61- 4.40 Moderate Acceptable (MA) 2 1.81- 2.60 Low Acceptable (LA) 1 1.00- 1.80 Very low acceptable (VLA) Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 14 BSMA 13% BSA 12% BSOA 13% BSBA 27% BSIS 19% BSE 7% BSACT 9% Figure 1. Respondents by Course Figure 1 shows the percentage population of respondents by their courses. Bachelor of Science in Accounting or BSA consists of 38 students and got 12%. While Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or BSBA consists of 87 students and got 87%. Bachelor of Science in Accounting Technology or BSACT got 9% consists of 29 students. Whereas, Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneur or BSE got 7% consists of 22 students. For Bachelor of Science in Information Technology or BSIS got 19% consists of 61 students. While 13% or 41 students are from Bachelor of Science in Office Administration. And last the Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting or BSMA got 13% consists of 41 students as well. The total of respondents are 319 students from Carlos Hilado Memorial State College in different courses. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 15 Table 1. Market Acceptability of the Ampalaya Delicacies as to Quality Appearance Indicators N Sd Mean Interpretation Ampalaya Cupcake 319 .640 4.44 Very High Acceptable Ampalaya Polvoron Ampalaya Shake 319 319 .639 .727 4.48 4.31 Very High Acceptable Very High Acceptable Table 1 shows the result of the study in market acceptability of the ampalaya delicacies as to quality of appearance. As to appearance of ampalaya cupcake, the product obtain the SD score of .640 with mean score of 4.44 interpreted as Very High Acceptable. As to appearance of ampalaya polvoron, the product obtain .639 SD score with the mean score of 4.48 interpreted as Very High Acceptable. Whereas, the ampalaya shake obtain the SD score of .727 with the mean score of 4.31 interpreted as Very High Acceptable. There were the result of the data gathered from 319 students from different courses in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus. Table 2. Market Acceptability of the Ampalaya Delicacies as to Quality of taste Indicators Ampalaya Cupcake Ampalaya Polvoron Ampalaya Shake N 319 319 319 Sd .634 .629 .836 Mean 4.49 4.50 4.27 Interpretation VeryHigh Acceptable VeryHigh Acceptable Very High Acceptable 16 Table 2 shows the result of the study in market acceptability of the ampalaya delicacies as to quality of taste. For ampalaya cupcake, the product obtain the SD score of .634 with mean score of 4.49 interpreted as Very High Acceptable. As to taste of ampalaya polvoron, the product obtain .629 SD score with the mean score of 4.50 interpreted as Very High Acceptable. Whereas, ampalaya shake obtain the SD score of .836 with the mean score of 4.27 interpreted as Very High Acceptable. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy There were the result of the data gathered from 319 students from different courses in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus. Table 3. Market Acceptability of the Ampalaya Delicacies as to Quality of Smell Indicators N Sd Mean Interpretation 319 .633 4.47 Very High Acceptable Ampalaya Cupcake 319 .676 4.47 Very High Acceptable Ampalaya Polvoron 319 .885 4.18 Highly Acceptable Ampalaya Shake Table 3 shows the result of the study in market acceptability of the ampalaya delicacies as to quality of smell. For ampalaya cupcake, the product obtain the SD score of .633 with mean score of 4.47 interpreted as Very High Acceptable. As for ampalaya polvoron, the product obtain .676 SD score with the mean score of 4.47 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. Whereas, ampalaya shake obtain the SD score of .885 with the mean score of 4.18 interpreted as Highly Acceptable. The overall result of the data gathered from 319 students from different courses in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus. 17 Table 4. Market Acceptability of the Ampalaya Delicacies as to Pricing Indicators N Sd Mean Interpretation Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Ampalaya Cupcake: P15 at 35 grams. Ampalaya Polvoron:P10/15 grams. Ampalaya Shake: P25 for 12 oz. and 35 for 16 oz. Price value of all product 319 .699 4.32 Very High Acceptable 319 .787 4.23 Very High Acceptable 319 .788 4.25 Very High Acceptable 319 .715 4.35 Very High Acceptable Table 4 indicates that as to price marketability of the products, ampalaya cupcake for P15 at 35 grams got a SD score of .699 with a mean score of 4.32 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. As for ampalaya polvoron for P10 at 15 grams, it obtain SD score of .788 with mean score of 4.25 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. In ampalaya shake for P25 for 12oz. and 35 for 16oz., obtain mean score of 4.25 with SD score of .788 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. For price value of all product, it obtain SD score of .715 with mean score of 4.35, interpreted as Very High Acceptable. The overall result of the data gathered from 319 students form different course in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Campus. Table 5. Market Acceptability of the Ampalaya Delicacies as to Packaging Indicators N Sd Mean Material components of the 319 .773 4.28 packaging 319 .761 4.21 Creativeness of the packaging 319 .819 4.19 Attractiveness of the packaging 319 .797 4.24 Readability of the label Interpretation Very High Acceptable Very High Acceptable Highly Acceptable Very High Acceptable 18 Table 5 presents that as to packaging marketability of Ampalaya delicacies, the material components of the packaging got a SD score of .773 with mean score of 4.28 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. Creativeness of the packaging obtain SD score of .761 with mean score of 4.21 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. In attractiveness of the packaging, obtain mean score of 4.19 with SD score of .819 is interpreted as Highly Acceptable. For readability of the label it obtain SD score of .797 with mean score of Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 4.24, interpreted as Very High Acceptable. The overall result of the data gathered from 319 students form different course in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Campus. Table 6. Market Acceptability of the Ampalaya Delicacies as to Branding Aspect N Sd Mean Interpretation 319 .756 4.39 Very High Acceptable Uniqueness of the brand name 319 .751 4.38 Very High Acceptable Recognition of the brand name Suitability of the brand name 319 .859 4.35 Very High Acceptable Table 6 presents that as to branding marketability of Ampalaya delicacies, the uniqueness of the brand name got a SD score of .756 with mean score of 4.39 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. Recognition of the brand name obtain SD score of .751 with mean score of 4.38 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. In suitability of the brand name, got mean score of 4.35 with SD score of .859 is interpreted as Very High Acceptable. The overall result of the data gathered from 319 students form different course in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Campus. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 19 once a week 32% once a month 38% twice a week 20% 10% never tried to eat Figure2. How often the Respondents eat Ampalaya Figure 2 presents how often the respondents eat ampalaya. The result shown above indicates that out of 319 respondents, 38% or 121 respondents eats ampalaya once a week, 32% were 102 respondents that eats ampalaya once a month, while 20% were 64 respondents that eats ampalaya twice a week, and the 10% or 32 of respondents have never tried to eat ampalaya. 55% 45% Yes No Figure 3. No. of respondents who already heard about delicacies made of Ampalaya. Figure 3 presents the number of respondents who have heard about Ampalaya delicacies. Based on the result, 55% or 175 of respondents haven't heard yet of delicacies made of ampalaya, while the 45% or 144 respondents have already heard about ampalaya delicacies. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 20 11% Yes No 89% Figure 4. No. of respondents willing to buy Ampalaya Delicacies Figure 4 shows the number of respondents who are willing to buy Ampalaya delicacies. The result indicates that out of 319 respondents, 89% or 284 students are willing to buy delicacies made of ampalaya, while 11% of respondents or 35 students are not interested. 50 below 8% 32% 22% 51-100 101-150 151-200 38% 200 above Figure 5. Daily Allowance of Respondents Figure 5 indicates the gathered range amount of the daily allowances of the respondents. Survey result shows that out of 319 respondents, 38% or 121 respondents have the daily allowances range from 51-100 pesos, 32% or 102 respondents have allowances range 50 pesos and below, 22% or 70 respondents who have allowances range from 101-150 pesos, and 8% or 26 respondents have allowances range from 151-200 pesos. Based on data gathered, there are no respondents who have allowances range from 200 pesos above. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 21 11% 30 below 45% 24% 31-40 41-50 50 above 20% Figure 6. The Amount the Respondents usually spent for their snacks Figure 6 shows the amount of the respondents spent for their snacks, according to the results presented above 45% or 144 respondents spend 30 pesos and below for their snacks, 24% or 76 respondents spend 41-50 pesos for their snacks, and 20% or 64 respondents spend 31-40 pesos for snacks, while the remaining 11% or 35 respondents spend 50 pesos above for their snacks. 7% P15 per piece 17% P50 for 4 pcs. 76% P40 for 3 pcs. Figure 7.0 Price Preferences of Respondents for Ampalaya Cupcake Figure 7.0 shows the price preferences of respondents for the ampalaya cupcake. The results indicates that the 76% or243 respondents would prefer the price of 15 pesos per piece for ampalaya cupcake, while 17% or 54 respondents would prefer to buy ampalaya cupcakes at a price of 50 pesos for 4 pieces, and the 7% or 22 respondents would prefer a price of 40 pesos for 3 pieces of cupcakes. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 22 21% 2% P10 per piece P45 for 5 pcs. P85 for 10 pcs. 77% Figure 7.1 Price Preferences of Respondents for Ampalaya Polvoron Figure 7.1 shows the price preferences of respondents for the Ampalaya Polvoron. The results indicates that 77% or 246 respondents would prefer the price of 10 pesos per piece for ampalaya polvoron, while 21% or 67 respondents would prefer to buy ampalaya polvoron at a price of 45 pesos for 5 pieces, and the remaining 2% or 6 respondents would prefer a price of 85 pesos for 10 pieces of polvoron. 2% 16% P25 for 12oz. P35 for 16oz. P50 for 22oz. 82% Figure 7.2 Price Preferences of Respondents for Ampalaya Shake Figure 7.2 shows the price preferences of respondents for the Ampalaya Shake. The result shows that 82% or 262 respondents would prefer to buy a 12oz ampalaya shake at the price of 25 pesos, while the 16% or 51 respondents would prefer to buy 16oz ampalaya shake at the price of 35 pesos, and 2% or 6 respondents would prefer to buy the 22oz ampalaya shake at a price of 50 pesos. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 23 26% Paper Wrap 74% Aluminum wrap Figure 8.0. Packaging Preferences of Respondents for Ampalaya Cupcake Figure 8.0 shows the packaging preferences of respondents for the Ampalaya Cupcake. The results above indicates that 74% or 236 respondents would prefer the paper wrap packaging for the ampalaya cupcakes, while the 26% or 83 respondents would prefer the aluminum wrap packaging. 40% Paper Wrap 60% Cellophane Wrap Figure 8.1 Packaging Preferences of Respondents for Ampalaya Polvoron Figure 8.1 shows the packaging preferences of respondents for the Ampalaya Polvoron. The results above shows that 60% or 191 respondents would prefer the paper wrap packaging for the ampalaya polvoron, while the 40% or 128 respondents would prefer the cellphone wrap packaging. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 24 24% Paper Cup Personal Tumbler 76% Figure 8.2. Packaging Preferences of Respondents for Ampalaya Shake Figure 8.2 shows the packaging preferences of respondents for the Ampalaya Shake. The results above indicates that 76% or 242 respondents would prefer the paper cup to be use for the serving of ampalaya shakes, while the 24% or 77 respondents would prefer to use personal tumbler. Demand Analysis The proponent conducted a study of the present demand of Ampalaya Delicacies based on the population of students in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Campus. Table 7. Demand of Ampalaya Cupcake Year Per piece Per pack of 4 pcs. Per pack of 3 pcs. Annually Present Demand 35,405 32,120 9,855 77,380 Based on the result of the recent survey, there is a total demand of 77,380 pieces of ampalaya cupcake annually; seventy-six (76%) of which is demand for the ampalaya cupcake sold per piece, seventeen (17%) of which is demand for the ampalaya cupcake sold per pack of 4 pieces and seven (7%) of which is demand for the ampalaya cupcake sold per pack of 3 pieces. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 25 Table 8. Projected Demand of Ampalaya Cupcake Year Per piece Per pack of 4 pcs. Per pack of 3 pcs. Annually 1 2 3 35,396 42,129 50,141 31,670 37,694 44,863 9,781 11,641 13,855 76,847 91,463 108,860 4 59,678 53,396 16,490 129,565 5 71,029 63,552 19,626 154,208 This demand was projected to increase proportionally with the population of the students from Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus. Thus, the proponents used the growth rate 19.02 percent (19.02). Therefore, there is project demand of 76,847 for the first year of the operation; 91,463 for the second year, 108,860 for the third year, 129,565 for the fourth year and 154,208 for the fifth year respectively. Table 9. Demand of Ampalaya Polvoron Year Per piece Per pack of 5 pcs. Present Demand 35,770 9,855 Per pack of 10 pcs. Annually 730 46, 355 Based on the result of the recent survey, there is a total demand of 46,355 pieces of ampalaya polvoron annually; seventy-seven (77%) of which is demand for the ampalaya polvoron sold per piece, twenty-one (21%) of which is demand for the ampalaya polvoron sold per pack of 5 pieces and two (2%) of which is demand for the ampalaya polvoron sold per pack of 10 pieces. Table 10. Projected Demand of Ampalaya Polvoron Year Per piece Per pack of 5 pcs. Per pack of 10 pcs. 1 35,862 48,903 9,315 2 42,683 58,204 11,086 3 50,801 69,274 13,195 4 60,464 82,450 15,705 5 71,964 98,132 18,692 Annually 94,079 111,973 133,271 158,619 188,788 This demand was projected to increase proportionally with the population of the students from Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus. Thus, the Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 26 proponents used the growth rate 19.02 percent (19.02). Therefore, there is project demand of 94,079 for the first year of the operation; 111,973 for the second year, 133,271 for the third year, 158,619 for the fourth year and 188,788 for the fifth year respectively. Table 11. Demand of Ampalaya Shake Year 12oz. 16oz. Present Demand 38,325 7,300 22oz. 730 Annually 46,355 Based on the result of the recent survey, there is a total demand of 46,355 ampalaya shake annually; eighty-two (82%) of which is demand for the ampalaya shake sold for 120z., sixteen (16%) of which is demand for the ampalaya shake sold for 16oz., and two (2%) of which is demand for the ampalaya shake sold for 22oz. Table 12. Projected Demand of Ampalaya Shake Year 12oz. 16oz. 1 38,191 7,452 2 45,455 8,869 3 54,100 10,556 4 64,390 12,564 5 76,637 14,954 22oz. 931 1,109 1,320 1,570 1,869 Annually 46,574 55,432 65,976 78,524 93,459 This demand was projected to increase proportionally with the population of the students from Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus. Thus, the proponents used the growth rate 19.02 percent (19.02). Therefore, there is project demand of 46,574 for the first year of the operation; 55,432 for the second year, 65,976 for the third year, 78,524 for the fourth year and 93,459 for the fifth year respectively. 27 Supply Analysis Fresh bitter gourd (amargoso) were harvested by farmers in the half-hectare land located in the upland area of Salvador Benedicto. As part of SM Foundation Inc.’s (SMFI) Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Kabalikat Sa Kabuhayan (KSK) Farmers’ Training Program on Sustainable Agriculture, the 50-member Don Salvador Benedicto Agro Forest Farmers Association (DSBAFFA) were taught various skills and techniques in planting and growing of plants that can provide them livelihood and food security. In partnership with Harvest Agribusiness Corporation, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Agriculture, and the local government, the farmers are hopeful that this project can help them provide for their daily needs and uplift their economic conditions. For this reason the researchers agree to use the bitter gourd as the main ingredient in the production of ampalaya cupcake, ampalaya polvoron and ampalaya shake which is pioneer in Bacolod City. Unfortunately the product is not yet available in the market of Negros Occidental only abundant product of cupcake, polvoron and shake in different pastry in Bacolod city which are also made by vegetables and fruits. The supplier of the Ampalaya was JUNJUN VEGETABLE MARKET which is located at Brgy. 39, Bacolod City Negros Occidental, the unit cost of Ampalaya per kilo is 60 pesos and the supplier for other material was kits store which is a grocery store inside the libertad market. 28 Demand and Supply Analysis People demand food products to satisfy their needs and wants. The demand for the products defined the willingness as well as the capability of the consumer to acquire the food product that they are craving for. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy The demand analysis studied how well the respondents reacted to ampalaya delicacies, and their degree of willingness to try it. The supply analysis looked into the current industry to provide the sufficient supply and service to the market. Based on the results of the survey with the assumption that the sample represents the population, it is determined that 89 % of the respondents from Carlos Hilado Memorial State College who are interested in ampalaya delicacies. Industry update Bitter gourd was being used in different kinds of cooking despite its unflattering appearance and bitter flavor, it is most nutritious gourd and has integral uses. In Southeast Asia bitter gourd is mostly grown for the local market. Cupcake a delicious treat which has a mild sweetness that can be enjoyed solo by snack lovers of all ages. Its soft texture and small size make it easy to pack and carry, allowing people to enjoy the food while they’re on the go. 29 Polvoron we can never loathe the original flavor of polvoron but we cannot deny that we want something new, something innovative and something that would astonish our taste buds. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Shake a blended drink intended to be healthful for one to consume and some are commercially marketed for the purpose. Competition or Competitor’s profile People are very aware when it comes to competition especially in business competition gives an idea to improve one's business. It is also one factor why researchers are having a good idea to improve their business. This chapter is designed to assist the strategist understand how to gather and analyze information about competitors, which is useful in the strategy understand development process. The ultimate objectives of competitor profile is to know enough about how competitors think so that the firm’s competitive strategy can be formulated to take into account the competitors’ likely actions and responses. From practical viewpoint, a strategist needs to be able to live in the competitors’ strategic shoes. The strategist needs to be able to understand the situation as the competitor see it and analyze it to know what actions the competitors would take to maximize their outcomes to be able to calculate the actual financial and personal outcomes of the competitor’s strategic choices. The proponents of this proposed business are quite aware that in order to gain market relevance in the food industry, they must come up with unique strategies/ideas that will stand out in the market. 30 In Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus, there are very limited competitors from this area, only that cafeteria inside this institution which offers variety of food. They also sell cupcake and polvoron which they get from their supplier. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Marketing Analysis Opportunities Production and Distribution of Ampalaya Delicacies can offer to the consumers a new kind of cupcake, polvoron and shake which is different from a common cupcake, polvoron and shake that is usually found in the market. It also attracts the attention of the consumers because of its uniqueness. Another opportunity of the Ampalaya delicacies is the affordability of the purchasing power which is cheaper than the other cupcake, polvoron and shake. Aside from that, Ampalaya delicacies production and distribution will provide good quality and healthy product at a reasonable price. The uniqueness of the materials, healthy benefits, and the availability of the raw materials being used can produce business prospect. Threats There were a lot of ways of an inexperienced company to falter in its early business operation but at any given time, business firms also face a number of common challenges. The increase of numbers of the competitors is the common threat in every business. The threat that Ampalaya delicacies may face is the fact that the businesses that has already existing business producing similar produced and have already marked their named in the business industry. 31 Another threat is that Ampalaya delicacies would be the competitor that can produce higher demand of supply than other competitors who are engaged in the same business. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Marketing Strategies Product Strategy Ampalaya is common known as a bitter fruit. The survey shows that 89% of the respondents are willing to buy the Ampalaya Delicacies because of its affordability. The proponent made up a delicacies which the main ingredient is the Ampalaya but despite of its bitterness they came up a product delicacies that have also a good benefits to the consumer. There are 3 variety of Ampalaya delicacies: Ampalaya cupcake, Ampalaya polvoron and Ampalaya shake. The delicacies was using a natural Ampalaya. This product is made for those people who did not like to eat Ampalaya because of its bitter taste but want the benefits of the Ampalaya. Even the people who did not eat Ampalaya they can obtain benefits from these delicacies. In these product the consumer can’t taste the bitterness. The packaging was made attractive to catch the attention of the target consumers but made off of materials that good for environment. 32 Pricing Strategy Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Nowadays, it is hard to find a money and because of the inflation rate the commodities became expensive. People are very particular in their daily expense on how they budget their money for their everyday lives. This product was made affordable in price yet delicious in taste and full of nutritious benefit of Ampalaya so that anyone can afford to buy and experience its delicious taste. The pricing strategy used by the proponents is cost base strategy, were in proponent’s base their price of material used to produce the product. Table 13. Price of Ampalaya Delicacies according to Price Strategy Product Ampalaya Cupcake Per piece Per pack of 4pcs. Ampalaya Polvoron Per piece Per pack of 5pcs. Ampalaya Shake 12oz. 16 oz. Price Php. 15.00 Php. 50.00 Php. 10.00 Php. 45.00 Php. 25.00 Php. 35.00 Place Ampalaya delicacies is a business that located in Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Fortune Towne Campus. The production of the said product was made at the food stand in CHMSC-FT. They are open every Monday-Friday. 33 Promotion Strategy Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Market strategy is needed to gain and attract more customers. Promoting the product is one of the best way to be known in the public and there’s a lot of ways to promote the product. The business shall start promoting by using the most basic promotional tools which are the flyers, free taste and word of mouth marketing. Flyers will be used to serve information guide and benefits of these delicacies. A free taste will also be given in order for the customer to determine the taste of Ampalaya Delicacies. Lastly, word of mouth is an effective and priceless promotion. The more popularity of your product in the market the more chances that people will patronize the product. The business offers a value pack for those who don’t have enough money to spend, where customers can save. And for more information just visit our Facebook page gourdusefoodstall@email.com Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy CHAPTER III TECHNICAL STUDY This chapter discusses the technical aspect of the business. The objectives of the technical, product description, production process, production flow and operational flow that shows production and business operation schedule. It also present the project site, site development plan. It also shows the legal requirements and the cost, the machineries and equipment, utilities, raw materials, man power requirements and waste disposal method. Objectives of the Technical Study This study aims to determine the technical aspect of the business. Specifically it determines the following: 1. The product description and the process in production of Ampalaya Delicacies; 2. The production, business operation schedule and operational flow adopted or must be conducted; 3. Project site, site development plan and the manpower requirements. 4. Machineries and equipment, utilities and raw materials used by the business; and 5. Waste disposal method used. 35 Process flow Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Demonstrated below are the processes in cleaning, slicing, shredding, soaking and draining the ampalaya for Ampalaya Cupcake. Step 1: e ½ kilo of Ampalaya. Step 2: Wash the Ampalaya with clean water. Step 4: Use scraper to mince it Step 5: Deep the Ampalaya in water with salt. Step 3: Cut the Ampalaya vertically Into two halves and remove the seed. Step 6: Remove the excess water by putting it in a bowl with tissue. In just 2 minutes Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 36 Product Description Ampalaya cupcake, polvoron and shake are the kind of dessert that offers like pastry shops. The color of the ampalaya cupcake is brownish like a normal bread but our cupcake has a color green spots which is the ampalaya. The polvoron has a light brown color and the shake has a sage green color which intend to provide unique face in the category of desserts in the pastries that customer will encourage to buy. Ampalaya has an oblong shape and its skin is smooth. This fruit is a best source of vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. It also rich in iron, calcium and full of dietary fiber. This bitter fruit has magnesium, folate, zinc, manganese and phosphorus. It contains three active substances with anti-diabetic properties, including charantin which has been confirmed to have a blood glucose-lowering effect, vaccine and an insulin-lie compound known as glucose. (Brewster, 2018) Ampalaya Cupcake ingredient for 100 pcs. ½ kilo of ampalaya 1 butter 1 kilo of cake flour 440g Eden cheese 5pcs egg 2 tbs. of vanilla extract 3 tbs. of baking powder 1 cup of vegetable oil 2 evaporated milk ½ kilo of refine sugar 2 cup of condense milk Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 37 Production Flow Ampalaya cupcake is easy to make. Following the process correctly can produce the best Ampalaya Cupcake that can give satisfaction to the nutritional needs of the consumer. With this ingredients, researchers came up with the product that can satisfy the taste and health benefits of the customers. Presented below is the process in making the Ampalaya cupcake: Step 1: Mix the 10 cups of flour, ½ cup of baking powder, and 2 tablespoons of baking soda in a large bowl. . Step 2: Beat the 8 eggs and mix with ½ cups of sugar and 3 cut cubes of butter and 2tbs of vanilla extract and mix together. Then, add the 2 cans have condense and evaporated milk. Step 3: Mix the 2 large bowl that you made in step 1 and 2. Step 4: Mix it well until it become creamy. Then; Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 38 Step 5: Add the minced ampalaya and mix it well. Step 6: Transfer it to the prepared cupcake molders Step 7: And bake it in the oven in 3-5 minutes. At 45 degree heat Step 8: Your delicious Ampalaya Cupcake are ready to serve! Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 39 AMPALAYA SHAKE INGREDIENTS FOR 12OZ, 16OZ AND 22OZ Evaporated milk (1 cup for 12oz, 1 ½ cups for 16oz and 2 cups for 22oz.) Sugar (1 cup for 12oz, 1 ½ cups for 16oz and 2 cups for 22oz.) Ampalaya ½ kilo (1 cup for 12oz, 1 ½ cups for 16oz and 2 cups for 22oz.) Water (1 cup for 12oz, 1 ½ cups for 16oz and 2 cups for 22oz) Banana (1pc. for 12oz, 1 ½.pcs for 16oz and 2 pcs. for 22oZ) Production Flow Presented below is the process or steps in making the Ampalaya shake: Step 1: Blend well the sliced Ampalaya until it become juicy Step 2: Slice the banana. Step 3: Add the banana that you slice in blender. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 40 Step 4: Gradually add the milk for 1 cup for 12oz; 1 ½ cups for 16oz; and 2 cups for 22oz. Step 5: Add some water, 1 cup for 12oz, 1 ½ cups for 16oz and 2 cups for 22oz.) Step 6: Put some ice cubes. Step 7: Blend it well. Step 8: Serve your delicious and nutritious Amplaya Shake. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 41 AMPALAYA POLVORON INGREDIENTS FOR 200 PCS Flour 4 cups Sugar 3 cups Powdered milk 3 cups Ampalaya ½ kilo Butter 4 cubes Production flow Presented below is the process or steps in making the Ampalaya shake: Step 1: Mix the 3 cups of sugar and 3 cups of powdered milk in a large bowl. Step 2: Cook the flour to the frying pan without oil when it became brownish it’s already cooked. Step 3: Melt the butter on the pre heat frying pan when the butter get melted transfer it into the small bowl and set aside. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 42 Step 4: Mix the milk and sugar than you made in step 1 to flour that you cooked in step 2. Step 5: Mix the melted batter to the pre-mix flour sugar and milk. And put ½ cup of minced ampalaya Step 6: Transfer the mixture to the clean bowl and wait until it warm down Step 7: After a few minutes, your delicious Ampalaya polvoron are ready to serve! Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 43 Table 14.0 Five Years Projected Product for Ampalaya Cupcakes Year 1 2 3 4 5 Projected product(X)projected increase in population Total 120,000 X 1.10 132,000 X 1.10 145,200X 1.10 159,720X 1.10 120,000 132,000 145,200 159,720 175,692 505,812 Total product On the first year of operation, the projected is 120,000 pieces: 132,000 for the second year; 145,200 for the third year; 159,720 and 175,692for the fourth and the fifth year respectably and for the total projected product is 505,812 pieces. Table 14.1 Five Years Projected Product for Ampalaya Shake Year Projected product(X)projected increase in population 1 130,000 X 1.10 2 143,000 X 1,10 3 157,300 X 1.10 4 173,030 X 1.10 5 Total product Total 130,000 143,000 156,300 173,030 190,333 792,663 On the first year of operation, the projected is 130,000 order: 143,000 for the second year; 156,300 for the third year; 173,030 and 248, 832 for the fourth and the fifth year respectively and for the total projected for ampalaya shake product is 737,992 order. Table 14.2 Five Years Projected Product for Ampalaya Polvoron Year Projected product(X)projected increase in population 1 2 200,000 X 1.10 3 220,000 X 1,10 4 242,000 X 1.10 5 266,200X 1.10 Total product Total 200,000 220,000 242,000 266,200 292,820 1,023,020 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy On the first year of operation, the projected is 200,000 order: 220,000 for the second year; 242,000for the third year; 266,200 and 292,820 for the fourth and the fifth year respectively and for the total projected for ampalaya shake product is 1,023,020 order. Table. 15The Production and Business Operation Schedule Time Time Activities Personness responsible duration Store Opening, 30 minutes All Employees 7:00-7:30 AM Time-In Preparing the Raw Materials and 30 minutes Production Crew 7:30-8:00AM Utilities 8:30-9:00AM 9:00AM-12:00PM 12:00 PM 1:00-5:00 PM 5:30-6:00 PM Slicing, soaking in water with salt and 30 minutes draining the ampalaya. Start of Production Process and 3 hours Package by variety per order Lunch Break 1 hour Production Crew Production Crew All Employees Continuation of Production Process 4 hours and Production Crew and Package by 30 minutes variety per order Cleaning Prescribed Are and Waste 30 minutes All Employees Disposal 6:30-7:00 PM Store Closing 30 minutes 7:30PM Inventory of the ----------sale for the day All Employees Owner 44 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Project Site The proposed project is located inside the CHMSC- fortune town. The proponents rent a space for production and services of the business. The space is vacant and ready for occupancy, rented for Php 1,800 per month not including the electricity and water bills. The proponents will renovate and improved the area to be more accessible, presentable and organized for the fast growing of the business which is Ampalaya delicacies. TERMS AND CONDITION: 1. The lessee agrees to rent the space for business purposes. 2. The lessee must pay monthly. 3. Monthly rental is One Thousand Eight Hundred Pesos (Php. 1,800.00) per month not included of water bills and electricity. 4. Payment should be made every end of the month. 5. The lessee must take good care of said properties and unit. 45 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Table 16 Cost and Enhancement Description of materials Hardi flex Concrete nails Ceiling receptacle Outlet Light bulb Single switch Double switch Total material cost Labor cost Estimated total direct cost 46 Quantity 2pcs 1 ½ kilo 4pcs 4pcs 4pcs 4pcs 4pcs Unit cost(PHP) 1,354.00 30.00 25.00 80.00 Total cost (PHP.) 2,708.00 45.00 100.00 320.00 30.00 75.00 120.00 300.00 P4,393.00 P2,500.00 P6,893.00 Legal requirements In business there should be a legal requirements that should be complied before the operation start legally. This is based on the information given by the City office. Legal forms and other pertinent documents can be affixed and seen in the appendix. Table 17Cost of legal requirement License/Permits Business permit Mayor’s permit Sanitary permit DTI Registration fee Documentary stamp BIR Registration fee Documentary stamp Total Organizational Fee Cost Php. 500.00 260.00 200.00 500.00 20.00 500.00 20.00 Php 2,000.00 Table 17 reflects the cost of license and permits of the business. The payment for business permit, mayor’s permit and sanitary permit is amounted to Php. 500.00, Php. 260.00 and Php. 200.00 respectively. For the registration fee in Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is amounted to Php 500.00 with a Php. 20.00 documentary stamp each. The overall cost for the licenses and permit is Php. 2,000.00. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 47 Table 18. List of raw materials producing the Ampalaya cupcakes (100 pcs.) Item and Picture Total Cost (Php) Source Quantity Unit Cost Libertad Market 2 15.00 Libertad Market 1 ½ kilo 30.00 45.00 Libertad Market 5 pcs. 7.00 35.00 Libertad Market ½ kilo 54.00 27.00 Libertad Market 1 can 26.00 26.00 Libertad Market 1 cup 15.00 15.00 Libertad Market ½ of slice 48.00 24.00 Libertad Market 1 pc. 65 65.00 Libertad Market 3table spoon 5 15 Libertad Market 1cup 14.00 14.00 Libertad Market 1 can 32 32.00 30.00 Ampalaya Backing Flour Egg Refine Sugar Evaporated milk Baking powder Butter Cheese Vanilla Oil Condense milk Total P328.00 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Table 19. List of raw materials producing the Ampalaya shake 100pcs. 12oz cup. Item and Picture Source Quantity in one day Unit Cost Total Annual Cost (Php) Libertad Market 10 pcs. 15.00 150.00 Libertad Market 3 bunch 10.00 30.00 Libertad Market 5 cans 26.00 130.00 Libertad Market 2 kilos 60.00 120.00 Ampalaya Banana Evaporated milk Refine sugar Total P430.00 Table 20. List of raw materials producing the Ampalaya polvoron. Quantity for Unit Item and Picture Source 100 pcs Cost Total Annual Cost (Php) Libertad Market 2 30.00 30.00 Libertad Market ½ 48.00 24.00 Libertad Market ½ 54.00 27.00 Libertad Market 1 kilo 30.00 30.00 Libertad Market 160 grams 45.00 45.00 Ampalaya Butter Sugar Flour Powdered Milk Total P156.00 48 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 49 Table 21 List of Product Equipment Item and picture Chopping Board Spoon Knife Fry Pan Sources Quantity Unit Cost Total Cost Unitop 1 pc. 65.00 65.00 Unitop 1pack 55.00 55.00 Unitop 2 pcs. 60.00 120.00 Unitop 1 pc. 186.00 186.00 Unitop 1pc. 749.00 749.00 Unitop 1pc. 49.55 49.55 Unitop 1pc. 30.00 30.00 80.00 80.00 1 pc. 2,700.00 2,700.00 1pc. 59.75 59.75 3pc. . 25.50 76.5 Blender Spatula Strainer Unitop Mixer Oven Unitop Unitop Mixing bowl Unitop 1pc. Polvoron Molder Total Table 22. List of direct material Item and picture Source Php 4,170.80 50 Quantity Unit cost Total Cost Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Portia 10 Packs 20.00 200.00 Portia 5 packs 35.00 175.00 Portia 5 packs 20.00 100.00 16 oz. Paper Cups Portia 5 packs 30.00 150.00 22 oz. Paper Cups Portia 5 packs 45.00 225.00 Portia 100 pcs. 200.00 200.00 Portia 20 6.00 120.00 Cellophane Paper Paper Straw 12 oz. Paper Cups Paper Molder Paper Bag Total Php, 1,170.00 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Table 23. Stall supplies Item and picture 51 Sources Quantity Unit Cost Total Cost Php Unitop 3pcs. 4.00 12.00 File folder Unitop 5pcs. 5.00 25.00 Journal/ columnar New ChinaMart 22.00 22.00 Record Book Gaisano 1pc. 54.00 54.00 Short – 125.00 Long – 150.00 H Ballpen 1pc. Bond Paper Long and Short Gaisano 1pc. Short – 125.00 Long – 150.00 Cash Voucher Unitop 1pc. 8.00 8.00 Paper Clips Unitop 1pc. 15.00 15.00 Time Card Daniel merchandisin g 6pcs. 48.00 288.00 Mongol Pencil Unitop 1pc. 6.00 6.00 Stapler Wire Total Unitop 1pc. 10.75 11.00 Php 716.00 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 52 Table 24. List of stall equipment Item and picture Source Quantity Unit cost Total Cost Php NOVO 1pc. . 120.00 120.00 Unitop 1pc. 115.00 115.00 NOVO 1pc. 175.00 175.00 Lopues San Sbeastian 1pc. 1,300.00 1,300.00 Novo 1pc. 72.00 72.00 Unitop 1pc. 35.00 35.00 Expressions 1pc. 150.00 150.00 Rubber Mat Cotton Mop Wall Clock Asahi Stand Fan Stapler Office Scissors Calculator Total Php.1,967.00 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Table 25. List of stall Furniture’s and fixtures Item and picture Source Quantity 53 Unit cost Total annual cost Unitop 1 1,099.00 1,099.00 Unitop 2 149.00 298.00 Unitop 1 798.00 798.00 Cabinet Monobloc Chair Table Total PHP.2,195.00 Table 26. List of Miscellaneous items Item and picture Source Quantity Unit cost (php) Total annual cost (php) Unitop 6 150.00 900.00 Save more 6 55.00 330.00 Unitop 3 85.00 255.00 Unitop 20 10.00 200.00 Unitop 6 10.00 60.00 Hand soap Dishwashing liquid Apron Dishwashing sponge Hair net Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 54 Unitop 1 125.00 125.00 Unitop 1 89.00 89.00 Unitop 1 99.00 99.00 Dust pan Brush Trash Bin Total P2,058.00 Table 27. Cost of promotion activities advertisement Activities Total Cost (PHP) Feasibility cost 2,000.00 Total P2,000.00 UTILITIES Table 28. Equipment requirement electricity QTY Electric Equipment Kwh Consumption Estimated Hours of Consumption Per Day Days of Operation Per Month Rate Per Hour Total Rate Per MONTH Total Consumption Per month 1 Stand Fan 130watts 8hrs 22 6.6550 176 152.2664 4 Light Bulb 10watts 8hrs 22 6.6550 176 46.8512 1 Oven 145watts 8hrs 22 6.6550 176 169.8356 1 Blender 65watts 8hrs 22 6.6550 176 76.1332 1 Refrigerator 215watts 8hrs 22 6.6550 176 251.8252 Total P696.92 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Waste and Waste Disposal Ampalaya bread and pastries will not just built and established a business for the welfare and for the owner himself but also for the environment as a whole. The production of ampalaya bread and pastry itself practiced the “3R’s” which is (reduce, recycle and reuse). In recycling waste the cans of the condense and evaporated milk can be sold to the junkshop, and the plastic bottle can be reused by refilling like cooking oil and the paper cups will be disposed properly . It does not give off pollution to the surroundings since the business will be practicing the right way of disposal methods specifically Reusing, Reducing and Recycling and all waste will be disposed accordingly. 55 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy CHAPTER IV MANAGEMENT STUDY This chapter presents the Company’s Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives. Also includes what form of business organization will be used, the illustration of organization chart, assignment of duties and responsibilities of the respective personnel and their qualifications. The management policies, rules and regulations and management control system are also presented in this chapter. Company Vision To be the leading producer and distributor of Ampalaya Delicacies in Bacolod City. Company Mission The business is committed to provide nutritious pastries product at affordable price that could surely satisfy every consumer’s taste preference. Business Goals 1. To ensure the nutritional value and high quality of Ampalaya Delicacies at affordable price; 2. To expand the production not only in Bacolod City but as well as the neighboring towns, cities and provinces all over the Philippines; 3. To gain higher return of investment; and, 4. To be the best in the eye of the customers and employees. 57 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Business Objectives 1. Increase sales annually by 10%; 2. Increase customer’s satisfaction through on-time delivery; 3. Identify quality measures that will minimize defects for the year; 4. Improve capacity by adding a product line to respond more quickly to customer demands; and, 5. Improve productivity continuously for the next five (5) years. Forms of Business Organization Production of Ampalaya cupcake, polvoron and shake will be a sole proprietorship to be owned by Ms. Ericka Rose Cabatas. Since she has an experience about pastry shops business, there is a passion in her part in terms of baking and making desserts. The prospective owner is very particular of the dessert she provides to her family and friends specifically in cupcakes, polvorons, and shakes. The proponents have chosen this type of business because it suits to an individual who is venture to put-up business. The operation of the business will be directed to the owner who will also be the manager. This is also a limited exposure to liability. The business can contribute to the sustainability of the environment and help for the health of the people. 58 Owner Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Book keeper Cashier Crew 2 Crew 1 Crew 2 Crew 2 Crew 2 Figure 9 Organizational Structure Crew 2 Organizational structure is typically the hierarchal arrangement of line of authority, communication rights and duties of an organization. It is also determine how roles, powers and responsibilities are assigned, controlled and coordinated, and how the information flow from different level of managements. (Dictionary, 2019) In this part, it shows the flow of approach from top-to-bottom. It will be composed of one manager, who is also the book keeper, cashier and also the owner, under the manager there are two department which is the production department and the marketing department, below the production department they are the bakers and helpers and for the marketing department they have the driver or distributors and also the helper. This organizational structureit functions equally. Manpower Requirements 59 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy The owner will be the manager, book keeper and cashier himself of the Ampalaya delicacies who will lead or manage the whole business and transaction. The management will hire 2 crew, one for the production that will be responsible for making the cupcake, polvoron and shake and maintaining their quality. The other one for packaging and serving to the customer. The salaries will be on a mandatory basis, excluding the crew 1 and crew 2 whose salary will be on a daily basis as provided by the Department of labor and employment. Employees must have a good records, physically fit, honest, hardworking and efficient in doing the job. 60 Table 29 Job Description and Specification Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Position Manager/ owner Cashier Book keeper Crew 1 Crew 1 Job description Responsible for implementing policies and procedures. Makes the schedule and the activities for the business and in-charge of the day to day production and operation of the business Receive the payment of the customer and efficiently operates the cash register. Ensure that there is sufficient cash in the cash drawer. Sort, count and wrap coins and currency. Communicate the company policies and procedures to the customers. In-charge of the filing all the documents of the business. Secure the files record transaction and checks the finances used by the business. Responsible for providing financial position for the business. In-charge of the processing of the food. Job specification Male or female at least 23 year old and above. Must be a graduate of any business related courses. Has an experience on related business and undergo training of a particular business position. Male or female at least 18 year old and above, high school graduate, college undergraduate or college graduate of any courses. Experience is an advantage. Male or female at least 23 year old and above. Must be a graduate of any accounting related courses and a licensed of the said profession. Experience is an advantage. Male or female at least 18 year old and above, high school graduate, college undergraduate or college graduate of any courses. Experience is an advantage. Primarily responsible in doing Male or female at least 18 year old the operation and maintenance of and above, high school graduate, the production site. Also in college undergraduate or college working the production. graduate of any courses. Experience is an advantage. Willing to be trained. Table 30 Man Power Requirements with Compensation Scheme Position No. of Daily Monthly Employee Salary Salary 61 Annual Salary Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Manager/ OWNER/ 1 ----------- ------------- --------- CREW I 1 365.00 8,030.00 80,300.00 CREW 2 1 365.00 8,030.00 80,300.00 CASHIER AND BOOK KEEPER Total P160,600 Table 31 Mandatory Benefits Benefits Employer Contribution Employee Contribution Total Monthly Contribution Total Yearly Contribution SSS (Php525.70) (Php254.30) (Php780.00) (Php9,360.00) Phil Health (Php100.00) (Php100.00) (Php200.00) (Php1,800.00) Pag-IBIG (Php100.00) (Php50.00) (Php150.00) (Php1,800.00) Total (Php725.70) (Php404.30) (Php1,130.00) (Php12,960.00) MANAGEMENT POLICIES, RULES AND REGULATIONS 62 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Scope of Policy The term policy shall be observed by this study in terms of store, employees, production and food stall. Objectives To establish a standard set of rules and regulations of the store, employees, management and production. Policies will be followed and adopted by the employees. Such each rules and regulations shall set a standard code of conduct. Period of Operation This policy in respect of conduct, store, employees, office, management, production and distribution, the rules and regulations shall remain in force until amended and approved by the management. Intent of Policy The purpose of this policy is to establish a uniform and standard procedure for the management of store, employees and production code of conduct. Code of Conduct (Rules and Regulations) 63 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy In Terms Of Store: 1. The store will be opened at 7:00am to 6:00pm from Monday to Friday. 2. The store should be organized and maintain the cleanliness all the time. 3. The equipment must use with care. 4. The store should observed proper segregation of waste. In Terms Of Employees: 1. Employees must report on time on their assigned schedule. 2. Employees who will be late or absent from work must inform at least 3hours prior to normal starting time. 3. No employees shall be under the influence or using alcoholic beverages during the work hours. 4. Employees should wear their proper uniform. 5. Employees should look neat and presentable all the time. 6. Employees who will be caught stealing and destroying company's image and properties is ground for termination. 7. Employees are not allowed to use cellphone and other gadgets during working hours. In Terms Of Management: 1. The management must be accurate in giving salary during 15th and end of the month. 2. The management implement a policy to be followed by the employees to lead in a growing company. 64 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 3. The management will not tolerate and give sanction for those who destroyed company's image and properties. 4. The management must implement a guidelines for employees in doing the standard operation of the business. In Terms Of Production: 1. Proper sanitary procedure during preparation must be observed and maintained. 2. The product must maintain its best of taste. 3. The product must be consumed before it lapse. 4. The product must use natural ingredients and not the artificial. 5. In packing, the product must handle with care to maintain its output. In Terms Of Absence 1. Implement the “no work no pay policy”. 2. The employee should inform the manager the day before he/she plan to absent. 3. Being absent for 3 days without notice would mean a warning for the job. 4. Absence for work should have a valid reason. In Terms Of Sick Leave 1. Sick leave must be verified and authenticated by a medical certificate. 2. The company allow 10 days for sick leave including Sundays and holidays but it is subject to charge depending on the sickness. In Terms Of Benefits 65 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 1. SSS and Phil health will be available by the employee for medical, emergency cases and security of their health. Management Control System The business will start from 7:00 am and end the day on 7:30 pm Mondays to Fridays and we are open half day for Saturday. Attendance of all employee will be monitored strictly through the use of logbook. Employees must write their full name, position, signature, and time in and time out in the logbook which will be checked regularly to ensure its commitments and responsibility. All sales must be recorded in the logbook. In terms of expenses every transaction should be recorded with supporting documents to avoid errors, missing statements and omission of financial reports. The company polices, rules and regulation should be observed by all employee strictly. There will be corresponding penalties if it is violated like 1st offense: Verbal reprimand, 2nd offense: Written reprimand, 3rd offense: Counselling, 4th offense: Suspension, 5th offense: Termination/Dismissal. Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy CHAPTER V FINANCIAL STUDY This chapter reflects the total project cost of the business, sources of financing, financial assumptions, and other capital requirements that were significant in the construction of the initial and financial investment, notes and schedules, and finally, the conveying financial analysis. Objectives of the Study This study aims to determine the financial status of Ampalaya Delicacies. Specifically, it seeks to answer the following objectives: 1. To determine the source of financing of the business; 2. To evaluate the company’s profit by its financial statements; and 3. To evaluate and analyze the different ratios such as ratio analysis, investment analysis and break-even point analysis. 67 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Source of Financing The business will be solely finance by Ms Cabatas, working as accountant at the private finance corporation, and relative of one of the proponents. To know the capacity of the owner to finance the business, the proponents gathered all the necessary information and as a result, Ms Cabatas can finance and provide the needed fund. Here are the list of financial capability and properties: 91 1. Resident of Villa Magdalena, Mansilingan, Bacolod City. 2. Owned a (4) hectare land in Cebu City. That land is used in agriculture. 3. Owned a 200 square meter lot in Villa Magdalena, Mansilingan, Bacolod City. 4. Acquired house and lot in San Sebastian, Libertad, Bacolod City. 5. Owned 2 vehicles. 68 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy Pre-operating Cost Organizational Cost 2,040 Total Pre-operating Cost 2,040 Machinery & Equipment 2,040 Office Supplies 1,080 Leasehold Improvements 6,980 Total Capital Expenditures 10,100 Initial Working Capital Manufacturing Cost 75,750 Operating Expenses 2,000 Total Initial Working Capital 77,750 Total Project Cost P 89,890 Financial Assumptions 1. Sales increase by 10% per annum. 2. Increase in sales price for each product is P2.00 per year 3. Promotion are done only on the first year of operation 4. Desired ending inventory is equal to 10% of the current year’s unit sold 5. PPE are depreciated in 5 years 6. Straight line deprecation is used 7. Rent expense, miscellaneous expense and Utilities expense increase by 10% per year. 8. Packaging supplies and Office supplies increase by 10% annually 9. Office supplies are replenished semi-annually and purchased every beginning of the semester. 10. Rent is P 1,800.00 per month 11. Employees will have 5 ½ working days per week 69 Carlos Hilado Memorial State College Alijis Campus | Binalbagan Campus | Fortune Towne Campus | Talisay Campus College of Business Management and Accountancy 12. Employees are paid with daily rate of P365. 13. The employee’s monthly benefit contributions will be remitted not later than the 10th day of the succeeding month 14. Annual salaries includes 13th month pay which is prorated for 10 months. 15. Percentage tax rate used is 3% of gross sales 16. The leasehold improvement on the beginning of operation is P6,093.00 17. The months of operation per year is equal to 10 months which is equal to two semesters 18. Owner’s initial capital is P200,000.00 19. Owner withdraws 50% of the net income every end of the operating year.