1. Mandate & Onboarding

The foundation of every successful project is a clear mandate. Insurgent focuses on defining the scope, goals, and guiding principles of the venture. This includes outlining the business concept, identifying regenerative and sustainable ambitions, and establishing a framework for collaboration.

- 1.1 Business Model Assumptions and Goals
  - Task: Define the business concept, including its market assumptions, economic goals, and environmental and social ambitions.
  - Budget: 6 days.
- 1.2 Manufacturing Assumptions
  - Task: Develop assumptions for ethical and sustainable Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), including supply chain and production factors.
  - Budget: TBD (based on scope).
- 1.3 Investment Landscape
  - Task: Assess the investment conditions for the sector, focusing on the alignment of capital with sustainable ventures.
  - Budget: 1 day.
- 1.4 Business Objectives
  - Task: Establish the overarching ambitions for the business, prioritizing balance between profit, purpose, and people.
  - Budget: Integrated into other phases.

2. Defining the Opportunity

Before building the business, Insurgent ensures the opportunity is thoroughly validated. This involves understanding the market, defining the product, segmenting the audience, and solidifying the business model. These elements make up the foundational business blueprint.