*Seminar Recap On The Treasured Entrepreneurship Association TEA Hall Of Wealth General Active Group Page 1 & 2*
👉🏼 Theme:
❤ *How To Set Up A Mini Sachet And Bottled Water Company In Nigeria*…..
💚 *Processing, Packaging, Marketing And Sales*
🎤 Speaker/Facilitator/Discussant
🗣Mrs Aminah Junaid
*HOW TO SET UP A MINI SACHET AND BOTTLED WATER COMPANY IN NIGERIA*
WHAT IS WATER?
Water as we all know that our life depends on it.
Water is the most widespread mineral substance on the earth surface. It covers nearly 70% of the earth crust and it is estimated that about 330million m^3 of it is available on earth.
Water forms the earth’s hydrosphere, appearing mostly in oceans and polar ice caps. It is also present in clouds, rain water, rivers, lakes, springs, freshwater aquifers, etc.
Water in these bodies perpetually moves through a constant cycle of evaporation, precipitation, condensation and run off to the sea in what is known as the WATER CYCLE.
ANALYSIS TO MAKE IN SETTING UP A BUSINESS
Before embarking on any business, be it large or small scale, some analysis must be put forward and these are known as SWOT analysis.
You might be wondering what SWOT analysis is, I will explain;
👉S – Strength of the area
👉W – Weakness of the area
👉O – Opportunities of the area
👉T – Threats of the area, you are setting up your business. If all these are well looked into then you are fine to go.
CONDITIONS USED IN SELECTING WATER SOURCE
1. Topography of the area
2. Population targeted
3. Velocity of the water
4. Dump sites and
5.Industrial areas.
Dump sites and industrial areas are the most paramount things to watch out for, because of the health hazards associated to these areas.
PROCESSING AND PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER
I tell you some people are into poverty today because they are still unsure of which profitable business to do, even though they have enough capital unlike those who are certain of a business idea but do not have capital.
Whichever category you fall on, this business guide will benefit both categories.
Nigeria is indeed a blessed country which has a high open market demands for the production of goods and service which are highly required and consumed by her citizens. One of the prominent required commodities which it company products are highly consumed by Nigerians is “Bottled water/ Pure water production business” in Nigeria.
And this is because man as part of a living creature can’t do without water, so therefore needs water to survive.
With the high population of Nigeria’s citizen there is a massive high demand for this. So even though there are many bottled water/ pure water companies in Nigeria, your business can still be very profitable.
In some way, I don’t think a lot of people know that this business is a very good business opportunity that has the capability of feeding you and your family ‘healthy’, providing for their needs and also have some extra cash to save for future needs.
Why most people do usually ignore this business opportunity is because the purchasing cost of bottled water/pure water in Nigeria is low (#100 per bottle and #150 per bag representatively).
So they feel no need of setting up this business because they feel they won’t be making much money from it. But that is where they got it all wrong; you see most commodities which are sold in little/few prices tends to move faster than most commodity which has high prices.
Have you ever had about this theory which states “The lower the price, the higher the amount of purchase”?
This theory is not just a mere quoting theory, but a practical one for that matter.
Am not here to prove or argue on any economic theories or so, all am trying to do is to show you the high possibility of setting up a bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria and making an income from it; that is, a feasibility study on bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.
For some of us who might have interest solely on how to start pure water business in Nigeria or how to start a bottled water business in Nigeria solely should worry less because this guide covers the two business setup because it’s interwoven.
Estimated cost for setting up a Bottled water/Pure water production company in Nigeria
One of the problems that one might encounter when one wants to set up bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria is the costs. The analyzed cost of running a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria cannot be determined because it varies and can be influenced by set out plans; most people start up small while others people start up big.
In this guide, I will list out and explain the steps, facilities, and equipment from there, you can personal estimate your business startup cost.
How to get capital for starting your bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria
Like I stated earlier, some people who intend to start this business may have capital while others do not. If you happen to fall at the latter, here are few places where you can seek for loan or funds to set up your business.
The government; government have set up organizations which do assist individuals with funds to set up meaningful business provided you have a good business proposal.
Microfinance banks; these banks lends out funds to loan seekers with interests.
Make sure you have a good business proposal for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.
Cooperative societies; there are some known societies which are known for allocating loans with interests. They could also be of help.
Nigeria Financial Institution; First Bank, Wema Bank, Zenith Bank etc. are known for granting loans with fair interest.
Feel free to walk up to any of these banks and enquiry the procedure for seeking loans, to know if you meet up with the requirement.
Personal Loan lenders; there are lots of personal loan lenders online who can lend out loans with interest and without collateral. They might require some information’s like national ID, Bank verification Numbers (BVN), driving license etc. if you intend to borrow from them, make sure you properly and vigorously research about them before you deal with them because some fraudster are using this opportunity to scam people to mention but few.
STEPS AND PROCEDURE ON HOW TO START A BOTTLED WATER/SACHET WATER PRODUCTION BUSINESS IN NIGERIA
1. Write a Business Proposal
Whenever you want to setup any business, you should setup a good business plan/proposal.
This plan should include the step by step procedure.
The right equipment’s to buy, the amount of workers needed. The amount you intend to start with, and also a possible estimated income.
This plans/proposal can also aid in the collection of loan if needed.
2.Proper Research
This step is not just specifically for only a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria but can also be applied to any other business too.
Before setting up any business you should do a vigorously research on it; meet experts and if possible consult entrepreneurs who are already expert in it.
3.Get a Good Business Site
After laying down your plans and developing your research, it is now time to find a good site layout or land for your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.
Depending on the capital, some people might want to buy a land then build a four or five bungalow with toilet in it. While others might choose to lent it.
Why go far, a standard room and parlour self contain is enough to start.
But whichever one you choose, you must need a bungalow, because you will need rooms for many activities like;
👉A big finished
product room for storage
👉Spacious production room directly in front of (1) above.
👉A raw material store
👉A mini laboratory room
👉Production Manager Office/quality control room
👉A waste material room which should be separately built.
👉A waiting room for visitors
👉Director’s office.
👉Clock room; where your workers can change their clothes.
👉And finally a toilet and bathroom (do not overlook this because it part of the requirements of NAFDAC for approval in bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria).
As you can see, my listing is up to ten, which shows, its left for you to manage your resources according to your standard.
Also, the house should be well ventilated and also make provision of a stand-by electricity provision; it could PHCN, Solar or diesel generator. It all depends on your choice.
When choosing the land or site which is suitable for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria; you should get an area which is not near a cemetery, waste dumps, sewage deposit, petrol, chemicals or anything that can contaminate your water source. In this business, aside seeking for NAFDAC approval, you need to be extremely neat, remember you are feeding a lot of people; and you don’t want to spread typhoid cholera or diarrhea as earlier said.
SOURCE OF WATER
The water source should be a proper dug borehole water, which should be deep enough for the source of clean water (Confined aquifer)
Do not even consider paying for water tankers provider to provide you water.
You should dig a proper borehole, remember this is the number one raw material of your business and shouldn’t be joked it.
You should also get about one or two overhead tank which you can use to store up water.
These tanks should be watched periodically and be taken proper care of.
PRODUCTION EQUIPMENTS
These are equipment’s which you will require for your bottled water/pure water production business.
These items are highly needed and have its own importance. Before or when you intend to get this equipment’s, make sure you make a proper research of them to know the perfect ones that will fit in your business.
These are;
1. Industrial water filters and distiller
These are high custom designed equipment’s which can provide you high quality water treatments and equipment to handle high water volumes under extreme conditions.
Like I said earlier, this equipment is a must have and will provide your bottled water/pure water company a high clean water.
The one mistake most bottled water/pure water company owners make is trying to install this equipment’s by themselves.
If you are absolute sure of how to install them, then you are good to go but if you are new to it, then its highly advisable to seek the help of an expert in this.
There are companies whose work is to provide installation service of this and getting paid. Do not try to experiment with this equipment’s, because doing it wrong can attract, money wastage, contamination of your water, queries from NAFDAC officials.
And most especially, you are dealing with people’s life so you should handle this with care.
2. Commercial Water Softeners and Filters
3. High Volume Reverse Osmosis Skid and Mobile Units (it’s one of the most widely used, highly effective and it’s easier to install.)
4. Distillers
Storage Tanks
Pressure Vessels
5. 3 Phase Pumps and Control Panels
6. Metering Pumps
7. Resins and Other Filter Media
8. Ultra Violet lights
9. Ozonizer (if needed).
10. Ultra air sterilizer
Note: Most installation company may have their own different mode of installation and may not use all this equipment’s and yet provide a perfect job.
Don’t be cheated, most installation companies are known to make you install more unnecessary machines which may not be required; be alert! You should make a proper research and use companies who know what they are doing and also collect cheaper rates. If possible, you should ask for previous installed works they have done and question their previous consumers for any negative or positive feedbacks to avoid wasting money.
PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER
👉Automated form and sealing machine also for Nylon bags/plastics bottles); this is a highly effective automatic production machine for sealing your products.
This machine is a must have in your bottled water/pure water production business.
Depending on your budget you might get two or more but nevertheless one machine is okay.
In Nigeria, the recommended sealing machine to buy is Koyo sealing machine which is the most used and advanced machine. This Koyo advanced machine can produce packing bags or plastics bottles (depends on the type of machine).
These are items for filling in water for bottle water and pure water. This advanced Koyo machine can also be used in bag making, filling, sealing, printing, cutting and counting. It is also controlled by microprocessor and automatic photocell.
HUMAN RESOURCES AND OTHERS
These are other resources that you will need for your bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.
These are;
1. LABOURERS
These bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria is not something you can do alone, these production business needs division of labor to make production and work effective.
These laborers are helpers whom you will need that will also boost the production of your bottled water/pure water production business.
2. CLEANERS/JANITORS
These are people whom you will pay to keep the industry clean.
3. OPERATORS
These are machine operators whose duty are to operate the machine for quicker production.
4. PACKERS
These are workers who will pack the pure water or bottled water neatly into the packs to be distributed to consumers.
5. DRIVER(S)
You can have one or two. These drivers will be the one to transport the truck to various destinations to your costumers.
6. MOTOR BOYS
These are workers whom follow the truck wherever it goes when supplying bottled water/pure water. Some people might want to have only driver without a motor boy but know that it will exhaust the driver especially when you have a big truck.
These are the various list of workers you might need depending on your project, it might varies.
7. TRUCK
Know that you will also need a truck for marketing and disturbing to your costumers. In case if you cannot afford a truck a portable tricycle can also serve as an alternative.
8. NAFDAC REG. NO
Before you start distributing or marketing your product you must get a NAFDAC registration number. This is highly required and sometimes do take up to three to five month to achieve. To attain this you can start by going to their website to download their registration requirements or feel free to walk into their office for a face to face contact.
Know that this stage is the most difficult part and without this registration number, you can’t sell.
MARKETING OF YOUR PRODUCT
If there is no problem with NAFDAC, then you are free to sell your product.
As you know that a lot of producers are into bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria but do not be afraid you can still boom.
Since your water is clean, odorless and tasteless, just take a vigorous marketing of your product and watch it selling in no time.*Seminar Recap On The Treasured Entrepreneurship Association TEA Hall Of Wealth General Active Group Page 1 & 2*
👉🏼 Theme:
❤ *How To Set Up A Mini Sachet And Bottled Water Company In Nigeria*…..
💚 *Processing, Packaging, Marketing And Sales*
🎤 Speaker/Facilitator/Discussant
🗣Mrs Aminah Junaid
*HOW TO SET UP A MINI SACHET AND BOTTLED WATER COMPANY IN NIGERIA*
WHAT IS WATER?
Water as we all know that our life depends on it.
Water is the most widespread mineral substance on the earth surface. It covers nearly 70% of the earth crust and it is estimated that about 330million m^3 of it is available on earth.
Water forms the earth’s hydrosphere, appearing mostly in oceans and polar ice caps. It is also present in clouds, rain water, rivers, lakes, springs, freshwater aquifers, etc.
Water in these bodies perpetually moves through a constant cycle of evaporation, precipitation, condensation and run off to the sea in what is known as the WATER CYCLE.
ANALYSIS TO MAKE IN SETTING UP A BUSINESS
Before embarking on any business, be it large or small scale, some analysis must be put forward and these are known as SWOT analysis.
You might be wondering what SWOT analysis is, I will explain;
👉S – Strength of the area
👉W – Weakness of the area
👉O – Opportunities of the area
👉T – Threats of the area, you are setting up your business. If all these are well looked into then you are fine to go.
CONDITIONS USED IN SELECTING WATER SOURCE
1. Topography of the area
2. Population targeted
3. Velocity of the water
4. Dump sites and
5.Industrial areas.
Dump sites and industrial areas are the most paramount things to watch out for, because of the health hazards associated to these areas.
PROCESSING AND PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER
I tell you some people are into poverty today because they are still unsure of which profitable business to do, even though they have enough capital unlike those who are certain of a business idea but do not have capital.
Whichever category you fall on, this business guide will benefit both categories.
Nigeria is indeed a blessed country which has a high open market demands for the production of goods and service which are highly required and consumed by her citizens. One of the prominent required commodities which it company products are highly consumed by Nigerians is “Bottled water/ Pure water production business” in Nigeria.
And this is because man as part of a living creature can’t do without water, so therefore needs water to survive.
With the high population of Nigeria’s citizen there is a massive high demand for this. So even though there are many bottled water/ pure water companies in Nigeria, your business can still be very profitable.
In some way, I don’t think a lot of people know that this business is a very good business opportunity that has the capability of feeding you and your family ‘healthy’, providing for their needs and also have some extra cash to save for future needs.
Why most people do usually ignore this business opportunity is because the purchasing cost of bottled water/pure water in Nigeria is low (#100 per bottle and #150 per bag representatively).
So they feel no need of setting up this business because they feel they won’t be making much money from it. But that is where they got it all wrong; you see most commodities which are sold in little/few prices tends to move faster than most commodity which has high prices.
Have you ever had about this theory which states “The lower the price, the higher the amount of purchase”?
This theory is not just a mere quoting theory, but a practical one for that matter.
Am not here to prove or argue on any economic theories or so, all am trying to do is to show you the high possibility of setting up a bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria and making an income from it; that is, a feasibility study on bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.
For some of us who might have interest solely on how to start pure water business in Nigeria or how to start a bottled water business in Nigeria solely should worry less because this guide covers the two business setup because it’s interwoven.
Estimated cost for setting up a Bottled water/Pure water production company in Nigeria
One of the problems that one might encounter when one wants to set up bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria is the costs. The analyzed cost of running a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria cannot be determined because it varies and can be influenced by set out plans; most people start up small while others people start up big.
In this guide, I will list out and explain the steps, facilities, and equipment from there, you can personal estimate your business startup cost.
How to get capital for starting your bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria
Like I stated earlier, some people who intend to start this business may have capital while others do not. If you happen to fall at the latter, here are few places where you can seek for loan or funds to set up your business.
The government; government have set up organizations which do assist individuals with funds to set up meaningful business provided you have a good business proposal.
Microfinance banks; these banks lends out funds to loan seekers with interests.
Make sure you have a good business proposal for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.
Cooperative societies; there are some known societies which are known for allocating loans with interests. They could also be of help.
Nigeria Financial Institution; First Bank, Wema Bank, Zenith Bank etc. are known for granting loans with fair interest.
Feel free to walk up to any of these banks and enquiry the procedure for seeking loans, to know if you meet up with the requirement.
Personal Loan lenders; there are lots of personal loan lenders online who can lend out loans with interest and without collateral. They might require some information’s like national ID, Bank verification Numbers (BVN), driving license etc. if you intend to borrow from them, make sure you properly and vigorously research about them before you deal with them because some fraudster are using this opportunity to scam people to mention but few.
STEPS AND PROCEDURE ON HOW TO START A BOTTLED WATER/SACHET WATER PRODUCTION BUSINESS IN NIGERIA
1. Write a Business Proposal
Whenever you want to setup any business, you should setup a good business plan/proposal.
This plan should include the step by step procedure.
The right equipment’s to buy, the amount of workers needed. The amount you intend to start with, and also a possible estimated income.
This plans/proposal can also aid in the collection of loan if needed.
2.Proper Research
This step is not just specifically for only a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria but can also be applied to any other business too.
Before setting up any business you should do a vigorously research on it; meet experts and if possible consult entrepreneurs who are already expert in it.
3.Get a Good Business Site
After laying down your plans and developing your research, it is now time to find a good site layout or land for your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.
Depending on the capital, some people might want to buy a land then build a four or five bungalow with toilet in it. While others might choose to lent it.
Why go far, a standard room and parlour self contain is enough to start.
But whichever one you choose, you must need a bungalow, because you will need rooms for many activities like;
👉A big finished
product room for storage
👉Spacious production room directly in front of (1) above.
👉A raw material store
👉A mini laboratory room
👉Production Manager Office/quality control room
👉A waste material room which should be separately built.
👉A waiting room for visitors
👉Director’s office.
👉Clock room; where your workers can change their clothes.
👉And finally a toilet and bathroom (do not overlook this because it part of the requirements of NAFDAC for approval in bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria).
As you can see, my listing is up to ten, which shows, its left for you to manage your resources according to your standard.
Also, the house should be well ventilated and also make provision of a stand-by electricity provision; it could PHCN, Solar or diesel generator. It all depends on your choice.
When choosing the land or site which is suitable for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria; you should get an area which is not near a cemetery, waste dumps, sewage deposit, petrol, chemicals or anything that can contaminate your water source. In this business, aside seeking for NAFDAC approval, you need to be extremely neat, remember you are feeding a lot of people; and you don’t want to spread typhoid cholera or diarrhea as earlier said.
SOURCE OF WATER
The water source should be a proper dug borehole water, which should be deep enough for the source of clean water (Confined aquifer)
Do not even consider paying for water tankers provider to provide you water.
You should dig a proper borehole, remember this is the number one raw material of your business and shouldn’t be joked it.
You should also get about one or two overhead tank which you can use to store up water.
These tanks should be watched periodically and be taken proper care of.
PRODUCTION EQUIPMENTS
These are equipment’s which you will require for your bottled water/pure water production business.
These items are highly needed and have its own importance. Before or when you intend to get this equipment’s, make sure you make a proper research of them to know the perfect ones that will fit in your business.
These are;
1. Industrial water filters and distiller
These are high custom designed equipment’s which can provide you high quality water treatments and equipment to handle high water volumes under extreme conditions.
Like I said earlier, this equipment is a must have and will provide your bottled water/pure water company a high clean water.
The one mistake most bottled water/pure water company owners make is trying to install this equipment’s by themselves.
If you are absolute sure of how to install them, then you are good to go but if you are new to it, then its highly advisable to seek the help of an expert in this.
There are companies whose work is to provide installation service of this and getting paid. Do not try to experiment with this equipment’s, because doing it wrong can attract, money wastage, contamination of your water, queries from NAFDAC officials.
And most especially, you are dealing with people’s life so you should handle this with care.
2. Commercial Water Softeners and Filters
3. High Volume Reverse Osmosis Skid and Mobile Units (it’s one of the most widely used, highly effective and it’s easier to install.)
4. Distillers
Storage Tanks
Pressure Vessels
5. 3 Phase Pumps and Control Panels
6. Metering Pumps
7. Resins and Other Filter Media
8. Ultra Violet lights
9. Ozonizer (if needed).
10. Ultra air sterilizer
Note: Most installation company may have their own different mode of installation and may not use all this equipment’s and yet provide a perfect job.
Don’t be cheated, most installation companies are known to make you install more unnecessary machines which may not be required; be alert! You should make a proper research and use companies who know what they are doing and also collect cheaper rates. If possible, you should ask for previous installed works they have done and question their previous consumers for any negative or positive feedbacks to avoid wasting money.
PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER
👉Automated form and sealing machine also for Nylon bags/plastics bottles); this is a highly effective automatic production machine for sealing your products.
This machine is a must have in your bottled water/pure water production business.
Depending on your budget you might get two or more but nevertheless one machine is okay.
In Nigeria, the recommended sealing machine to buy is Koyo sealing machine which is the most used and advanced machine. This Koyo advanced machine can produce packing bags or plastics bottles (depends on the type of machine).
These are items for filling in water for bottle water and pure water. This advanced Koyo machine can also be used in bag making, filling, sealing, printing, cutting and counting. It is also controlled by microprocessor and automatic photocell.
HUMAN RESOURCES AND OTHERS
These are other resources that you will need for your bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.
These are;
1. LABOURERS
These bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria is not something you can do alone, these production business needs division of labor to make production and work effective.
These laborers are helpers whom you will need that will also boost the production of your bottled water/pure water production business.
2. CLEANERS/JANITORS
These are people whom you will pay to keep the industry clean.
3. OPERATORS
These are machine operators whose duty are to operate the machine for quicker production.
4. PACKERS
These are workers who will pack the pure water or bottled water neatly into the packs to be distributed to consumers.
5. DRIVER(S)
You can have one or two. These drivers will be the one to transport the truck to various destinations to your costumers.
6. MOTOR BOYS
These are workers whom follow the truck wherever it goes when supplying bottled water/pure water. Some people might want to have only driver without a motor boy but know that it will exhaust the driver especially when you have a big truck.
These are the various list of workers you might need depending on your project, it might varies.
7. TRUCK
Know that you will also need a truck for marketing and disturbing to your costumers. In case if you cannot afford a truck a portable tricycle can also serve as an alternative.
8. NAFDAC REG. NO
Before you start distributing or marketing your product you must get a NAFDAC registration number. This is highly required and sometimes do take up to three to five month to achieve. To attain this you can start by going to their website to download their registration requirements or feel free to walk into their office for a face to face contact.
Know that this stage is the most difficult part and without this registration number, you can’t sell.
MARKETING OF YOUR PRODUCT
If there is no problem with NAFDAC, then you are free to sell your product.
As you know that a lot of producers are into bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria but do not be afraid you can still boom.
Since your water is clean, odorless and tasteless, just take a vigorous marketing of your product and watch it selling in no time.
Treasured Entrepreneurs Association (TEA) 