BUSINESS_MODEL

Category: 14. Open Innovation / Corporate
Section: Phase 2: Technical Blueprint

5. BUSINESS_MODEL.md

Purpose: To define the value proposition, revenue model, and corporate alignment.

Act as a senior business strategist.
Using the PRD and System Architecture below, create a Business Model document for this corporate hackathon project.

PRD: [PASTE PRD]
ARCHITECTURE: [PASTE SYSTEM_ARCHITECTURE]

Provide:
1. Value proposition (One sentence)
2. Problem-solution fit
3. Target customer segments (Internal, External)
4. Revenue model (If applicable: Subscription, Licensing, Internal cost savings)
5. Cost structure (Build, Run, Maintain)
6. Key partnerships (Vendors, Integrators)
7. Key activities and resources
8. Distribution channels (How the solution reaches users)
9. Corporate alignment (How it fits the sponsor's strategy)
10. Competitive advantage (Why this solution is better)
11. Scalability potential (From hackathon to enterprise)
12. A checklist for verifying business model before the demo

Explain each concept in beginner-friendly language.
Keep the business model simple and realistic for a hackathon.
Focus on demonstrating clear business value to judges.