Business Model Canvas

Business Model Building Blocks

  • An organization's business model can be described with nine basic building blocks:
    • Customer segments
    • Value proposition for each segment
    • Channels to reach customers
    • Customer relationships
    • Revenue streams
    • Key resources
    • Key activities
    • Key partners
    • Cost structure

Business Model Canvas

  • A tool to map, discuss, design, and invent new business models.

Nine Building Blocks

  • Customer Segments: People or organizations for whom you're creating value (users and paying customers).
  • Value Proposition: Bundles of products and services that create value for specific customer segments.
  • Channels: Touch points through which you interact with customers and deliver value.
  • Customer Relationships: Type of relationship established with customers.
  • Revenue Streams: How and through which pricing mechanisms your business model captures value.
  • Key Resources: Indispensable assets in your business model.
  • Key Activities: Things you need to perform well.
  • Key Partners: Entities that help leverage your business model.
  • Cost Structure: The costs associated with operating the business model.

Business Model Canvas Benefits

  • Allows mapping out the entire business model in one image.
  • Useful for both start-up entrepreneurs and senior executives.