Learn how the useful tools below can help you with developing and growing your business.
For new or small businesses, navigating financials can be challenging. Check out our financial guide to help you make sense of the numbers and set your business up for success.
CASH FLOW FORECASTER
Forecasting your cash flow helps you understand your business health.
Before using this tool, have your monthly figures ready. If the latest data isn’t available, use a typical month. Bank statements, accountant reports, or accounting software can help. Click here to use the Cashflow Forecaster.
SERVICE PRICING TOOL
A pricing strategy is a structured approach to setting the right price for your services — ensuring you, your customers, and your suppliers all get maximum value from every sale.
For more guidance, check out the Service Pricing Guide and try our simple Service Pricing Calculator to help you price your new service.
EMPLOYER AND WORKPLACE HUB
Your go-to resource for growing your business and building a strong, skilled workforce in Manawatū. This free hub connects you to tools, insights, and support to help your business attract talent, grow capability, and thrive. Click here to check out the Employer and Workplace Hub.
HIRING AND MANAGING PEOPLE
Get tips and tools to hire staff with confidence and manage people effectively day-to-day.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Sign up for CEDA's monthly guide featuring upcoming courses, seminars, and workshops for the professional growth of you and your staff.
Tax and Business Operations
TAXES AND LEVIES
Gain a basic understanding of key tax types and levies for self employed, contractors, and small business owners.
Click here to learn more about taxes and levies.
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Learn how efficient inventory management can reduce costs, improve cash flow, and increase customer satisfaction.
Click here to read our Effective Inventory Management and Turnover Guide.
RISK AND OPERATIONS
Explore practical tips for managing risk, maintaining health and safety, and running daily operations smoothly and efficiently.
Click here to learn more about managing risks and operations.
DIGITAL VISIBILITY
It’s essential for your business to be visible online. Learn how to boost your online presence and connect with customers more effectively with our Digital Visibility Guide.
GOOGLE MY BUSINESS
Google My Business is a free tool that helps local businesses manage their online presence and be easily found on Google. Check out our Google Business Guide here.
MARKETING PLAN TEMPLATE
A marketing plan is essential for guiding your business growth. It helps you define your goals, understand your target audience, and choose the right strategies to reach them. With a clear plan in place, you can focus your efforts, measure success, and make the most of your time and budget. Check out CEDA’s Marketing Template here.
Looking for the ideal place to grow your business? With a skilled workforce, thriving industries, and unbeatable connectivity, Manawatū offers the perfect conditions for success.
Find out why more businesses are choosing our region.
The ManawatuNZ Visual Library is a free resource offering images and videos to help you showcase the stunning landscapes and activities of the Manawatū region. Please credit images to ManawatuNZ.co.nz where possible. All text, images, and videos are the copyright of ManawatuNZ or CEDA. Please refrain from altering or editing any content.
For additional images or raw footage requests, please contact [email protected].
Click here to access the Manawatū Visual Library.
The Central Economic Development Agency (CEDA) is the economic development agency and regional tourism organisation for the Manawatū region, which encompasses Palmerston North city and the Manawatū district.
As the Regional Tourism Organisation (RTO) for Palmy and Manawatū, CEDA looks after the promotion of the Manawatū region and represents the voice of the destination to potential visitors. Click here to learn more about what we do as your RTO for Manawatū.
MARKETING 101 GUIDE
Effective promotion and marketing are key to your business success. You might have a great product or experience, but if no one knows about it, you won’t attract the customers needed to grow. Click here for our Marketing 101 Guide which will teach you about the basics for marketing.
LEVEL UP YOUR MARKETING GUIDE
You've explored marketing, and now it's time to elevate it. Understanding your customers and delivering the right content at the right time and through the right channels is crucial for successful marketing. Click here for our Level Up Your Marketing Guide which teaches you more in-depth strategies for nailing your promotions.
