Business Toolbox – The Business Factory

Welcome to the Business Toolbox

The portal where our most popular business support tools are now available 24/7

There’s guidance and resources at every level from ‘I’m just thinking about it’ to ‘I’ve recently launched my business!’ to ‘I’ve been established for ages.’

Some of our online tools

Business Idea Finder

Search for business ideas based on your skills, interests and lifestyle choices. It allows you to filter business ideas and find out how many businesses of that type operate in the local area.

Mini Business Planning Tool Kit

Use the mini business plan toolkit to explore or move into self-employment. It is designed to assist you with the basic knowledge and understanding of self-employment.

Tools and Resources

A range of tools and resources, including videos, on topical areas of business which have been developed to help you start and grow.

Business Planning Tool

A step-by-step guide, which allows you to develop a business plan from scratch, through videos, factsheets and step-by-step questions.

You will receive a full business plan when complete which you can download.

Thematic Workshops

Take a look at workshops delivered by local partners NBSL, designed with experienced local consultants, and delivery partners and use real-life examples to show you how to take on the role yourself.

Factsheets for Business

An online information resource for businesses including ideas, facts, regulations, trends, industry reports and lots more.

These factsheets are always up to date.

What is the Business Toolbox?

The Business Factory has been in North Tyneside for years, providing business support during the old nine to five routine. Now you can also access that valuable knowledge and experience whenever you want it, from wherever you are, 24/7.