Business Development Services (BDS)

Existing MSMEs such as Mee Seva operators, Common Services Centres, ESDP Cells, etc. and New BDS providers with special focus on women led BDS provider

Introduction to Business Development Services :

• To brief about the role in connecting businesses with resources
• Funding
• Regulatory approvals for sustainable growth

Overview of Schemes :

• Awareness on various MSME schemes on credit access
• Capacity building
• Technology adoption
• Market linkages

Financial Institutions :

• Making MSMEs aware about accessing financial support by connecting them with banks and financial institutions.

Availing Subsidies and Incentives :

• Guiding MSMEs in availing subsidies and incentives offered by MoMSME and GoAP.

Tendering and Vendor Development :

• Information exchange on vendor development
• Export promotion
• Trade fair participation

Public Procurement and Tender Participation Guidance :

• Knowledge dissemination on different government procurement opportunities through tender participation.

• Growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India is crucial for the overall economic development of the country. However, these enterprises face several challenges with respect to Access to Finance, Infrastructure and Manpower availability, Market Access, that hinder their progress. 
• Creating more BDS providers in India is essential to address the unique challenges faced by MSMEs and foster their growth, ultimately contributing to the nation’s economic prosperity.
• Conduct of workshops on BDS would help improve the capabilities of existing BDS providers and encourage aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue opportunities in this sector.