Savanna Harvest Supermarket — Implementation Plan
The implementation of Savanna Harvest Supermarket will follow a structured 12-month pre-launch timeline, as illustrated in the Gantt chart below. The timeline encompasses all critical activities from company registration through to grand opening, with key milestones identified at each stage to ensure…
Section 14 · Business Plan
Implementation Plan
The implementation of Savanna Harvest Supermarket will follow a structured 12-month pre-launch timeline, as illustrated in the Gantt chart below. The timeline encompasses all critical activities from company registration through to grand opening, with key milestones identified at each stage to ensure…
14.1 Pre-Launch Timeline
The implementation of Savanna Harvest Supermarket will follow a structured 12-month pre-launch timeline, as illustrated in the Gantt chart below. The timeline encompasses all critical activities from company registration through to grand opening, with key milestones identified at each stage to ensure that the project remains on track and within budget.
14.2 Implementation Milestones
| Month | Milestone | Key Deliverables |
| M1–M2 | Company Registration & Licensing | CIPC registration, SARS tax registration, municipal licence applications |
| M2–M4 | Premises & Lease Finalisation | Signed lease agreement, architectural plans approved |
| M3–M5 | Store Design & Planning | Detailed floor plan, equipment specifications, contractor selection |
| M5–M10 | Construction & Fit-out | Complete store build-out, fixtures installed, refrigeration commissioned |
| M6–M9 | Equipment Procurement | Shelving, refrigeration, bakery ovens, POS terminals delivered |
| M9–M10 | IT Systems Installation | POS system live, CCTV operational, back-office systems configured |
| M8–M11 | Staff Recruitment & Training | All 36 positions filled, staff trained on systems and procedures |
| M10–M11 | Supplier Agreements | All supplier contracts signed, initial stock ordered |
| M10–M12 | Marketing & Pre-Launch | Brand launch, community awareness campaign, grand opening planned |
| M11 | Regulatory Inspections | Health, fire safety, and building compliance certificates obtained |
| M11–M12 | Soft Opening | Invite-only opening, system testing, staff operational readiness |
| M12 | Grand Opening | Full public launch with promotional events |
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