Successful Business Plans for Architects

This is a source book of planning and strategy designed specifically for architects. Written by practising architect and an attorney, it covers all the elements of the business plan, the architectural business environment, financial planning and implementation, and marketing strategy. It should be a valuable tool for architects managing a firm's long-term growth in today's tough construction market. Topics covered include: how to choose the form of business that will best suit a firm's needs; how to plan for - and avoid - legal problems; assessing risk and insurance needs; negotiating successful contracts; retirement planning; ownership transition - selling, merging, and acquiring; the importance of CAD and computers to stay competitive. To add to its usefulness, the book follows a fictitious office as it develops a business plan, with step-by-step procedures and worksheets that can be easily adapted to any company's needs.

Note from Author: Although this book is out of print, the information about business planning is very valuable to an architect looking to increase revenue and become more competitive.