PAP Group 1
PAP Group 1
SUBMITTED BY:
FERNANDEZ, L-JAY L.
DECEMBER 2024
SECTION 1
Carrot chips fall under the broader healthy snack and plant-based food industry.
Consumers are increasingly prioritizing health and wellness, which has fueled demand
for snacks with natural ingredients, minimal processing, and high nutritional value.
Carrot chips fit this trend, offering a healthy alternative to traditional potato chips or
other processed snacks.
Carrot chips are made by slicing and dehydrating or frying carrots, typically
seasoned for flavor. They can be baked, fried, air-dried, or freeze-dried, depending on
the production method. Carrot chips appeal to health-conscious consumers as they
retain the nutritional benefits of carrots, including vitamins A, C, and fiber.
1. Product Variants:
Original: Lightly salted or unsalted carrot chips that retain their natural flavor.
Low-Calorie or Light Options: Air-dried or baked carrot chips for a healthier, lower-
calorie option.
2. Value-Added Options:
Organic Carrot Chips: Made from organically grown carrots to cater to eco-conscious
consumers.
3.Customization Service
Other Vegetable Chips: Expanding into sweet potato, beet, or kale chips for variety.
Healthy Snack Gift Boxes: Bundled packs for special occasions, corporate gifts, or
health-conscious events.
There has been a growing trend toward healthier eating, with consumers increasingly
looking for snack options that are low in calories, nutrient-rich, and free from artificial
ingredients. The rise in plant-based diets and demand for organic products has also
fueled interest in vegetable-based snacks. Traditional chips (like potato chips) are often
high in unhealthy fats, making them less appealing to health-conscious consumers.
Consumers want convenient, tasty snack options that align with their health goals.
Many people are looking for alternatives to high-fat, high-sodium snacks. Carrot Chips,
made from dehydrated or baked carrots, provide a crunchy, flavorful, and nutritious
alternative that addresses these needs. Carrots are rich in vitamins (especially vitamin
A) and fiber, making them a functional snack.
1. Competitive Analysis:
The snack market is crowded, but most vegetable-based chips are made from
potatoes, kale, or sweet potatoes. Carrot Chips represent a less common option,
creating an opportunity to differentiate the product. Many existing vegetable chips may
also include additives or are fried, whereas Carrot Chips can stand out by being baked
or air-dried, with no additives, offering a cleaner and healthier product.
Vegetarians/Vegans: People following plant-based diets who want more variety in their
snacks.
Business Role
1. Operations Manager:
Oversees the production process, ensuring that carrot chips are manufactured
efficiently, meeting quality standards, and adhering to safety regulations. This role is
critical for managing raw material sourcing, equipment maintenance, and overall
workflow.
Focuses on creating and improving the product. In the case of carrot chips, this role
involves refining recipes, ensuring the product meets consumer tastes and nutritional
standards, and innovating new flavors or product variations.
Sales and Marketing Manager:
Responsible for developing strategies to promote and sell the carrot chips. This
includes market research, pricing strategy, branding, advertising, and managing
relationships with distributors, retailers, and customers to expand the product’s
reach.
Manages the logistics of sourcing raw carrots, packaging materials, and distributing
the final product to retailers or customers. This role is crucial for maintaining cost-
efficiency, timely production, and distribution of carrot chips while managing supplier
relationships.
Competitive
Traditional Potato Chips - Leading brands in the snack industry offering a wide
variety of flavors and formats.
Banana Chips - It is known for its traditional taste and it’s uniqueness.
SECTION 2
Company Overview
Crispy Carrot Chips falls under the food manufacturing and snack industry, specifically
in the healthy snack category. By producing carrot chips, you are catering to consumers
looking for nutritious, plant-based snack options. Your product aligns with current health
and wellness trends, appealing to people interested in natural, minimally processed
foods that offer convenience and health benefits.
1.Health and Wellness Focus: Consumers are increasingly seeking snacks that offer
nutritional benefits, with a preference for natural ingredients, low calories, and minimal
processing.
2.Innovation and Variety: The industry often introduces unique flavors and types of
products (e.g., veggie chips, protein-packed snacks) to meet diverse dietary needs and
preferences.
5.Competitive Pricing: While consumers are willing to pay a premium for health
benefits, competitive pricing remains key as the market grows and new entrants
increase.
6.Regulatory Compliance: The industry must adhere to food safety regulations, quality
standards, and nutritional labeling requirements, especially for natural and organic
products.
Strategic Management
Vision: “To be the leading healthy snack brand, known for innovative, nutritious, and
tasty carrot-based snacks that enhance lives.”
Mission: “To provide a delicious and healthy snacking alternative made from real
carrots, promoting healthier choices and sustainable farming practices.”
1. Situational Analysis
SWOT ANALYSIS:
Strengths: Unique, healthy snack option; made from natural ingredients; caters to
health-conscious consumers.
Weaknesses: Higher price compared to conventional chips; niche market.
Opportunities: Increasing demand for healthier snacks; potential for flavor variety;
partnerships with health food stores and online retailers.
Threats: Competition from other healthy snacks; potential supply chain issues with
sourcing fresh carrots; pricing pressure from larger brand.
1. Strategy Implementation
Marketing Campaigns: Use social media influencers and health bloggers to promote
Crispy Carrot Chips as a better alternative to traditional chips.
Partnerships: Collaborate with local farmers to secure fresh carrot supplies and
emphasize the product’s farm-to-table value.
Distribution Channels: Partner with e-commerce platforms and local grocery stores,
focusing on online sales for broader reach.
Innovation: Continuously test and launch new flavors to keep consumer interest high.
We believe it will succeed, because it provide a healthy snacks that are good if
someone likes a healthy snacks, Especially if you are a vegan or health conscious
person.
The carrot chip business has strong potential for success because:
1. Growing Demand for Healthy Snacks: With increasing consumer awareness about
health and wellness, people are shifting towards healthier snack options. Carrot chips
offer a low-calorie, high-fiber alternative to traditional chips.
2. Unique Selling Proposition: Carrot chips stand out from the usual potato and tortilla
chip offerings. This unique factor can attract customers looking for variety and
innovation in their snacks.
3. Vegetable-Based Trends: There is a rising trend toward vegetable-based snacks,
and products like kale chips, beet chips, and now carrot chips are gaining popularity.
Consumers are more open to trying new vegetable snacks than ever.
5. Versatile Market Appeal: Carrot chips can be marketed as both a standalone snack
and a topping for salads or soups, reaching a broader range of customers.
7. Convenient and Tasty: If you can create a product that balances taste and
convenience, it can succeed in a market where consumers are often looking for quick,
healthy snacks that fit into their busy lifestyles.
Market Analysis:
1. Industry: Growing demand for healthy snacks; carrot chips meet this need with low
calories and natural ingredients.
4. Competitors: Vegetable chip brands; differentiate with health benefits, flavors, and
eco-friendly packaging.
Market Plan:
1. Product: Carrot chips in flavors like original and spicy, with eco-friendly packaging.
This plan leverages health trends and sustainability to build brand recognition and
loyalty.
Our business focuses on producing and marketing carrot chips, a healthy, crunchy
snack alternative. As consumer interest grows in healthier snack options, this product
aligns well with current trends toward health-conscious eating, plant-based diets, and
eco-friendly choices. Carrot chips can serve as a low-calorie, nutrient-rich snack option
that appeals to a wide demographic, from children to adults, including those with dietary
restrictions.
There is a trend in the snack food business toward healthier options. Growing desire for
creative snack options and understanding of health advantages. Important participants
in the market include well-known companies expanding their product lines to include
vegetable-based snacks and more recent start-ups that specialize in organic, gluten-
free, or allergy-free snacks.
Target Market and Trade Area
Carrot chips' target market includes health-conscious people who actively look for
wholesome substitutes for conventional snacks, which makes them an excellent fit for a
product made of vegetables. Because of their inherent sweetness and high vitamin
content, carrot chips are also likely to appeal to athletes and fitness fanatics, who
frequently favor low-calorie, nutrient-dense foods. Carrot chips may be preferred over
conventional processed chips by parents searching for kid-friendly, healthful snacks as
well as by vegetarians and vegans seeking plant-based alternatives. Additionally, as a
lower-glycemic option, carrot chips may be appreciated by people who control blood
sugar levels, such as diabetics. Finally, carrot chips may appeal to people who value
sustainability and organic options, particularly if the product highlights organic or
ecologically friendly sourcing.
Since they draw customers who are health-conscious, natural and health food stores
make the perfect setting for carrot chip sales in the trade area. Strong prospects are
also presented by grocery stores with specialized health departments, which can serve
a larger but nonetheless health-conscious clientele. Another interesting venue is
farmers' markets, which usually attract customers interested in natural and fresh goods.
Additionally, since the target market of fitness enthusiasts is easily available and
frequently searching for quick, healthful snacks, carrot chips might do well in gyms and
fitness facilities. Another important location is urban areas with large populations of
health-conscious consumers, especially at convenience stores' grab-and-go health
sections. Lastly, specialized brand websites or online marketplaces like Amazon have
broad reach, enabling customers from various
The services offered include dedicated customer support to handle inquiries about
orders, ingredient sourcing, and nutritional information. For added convenience, a
subscription service allows customers to receive their favorite carrot chips on a regular
basis, while bulk purchase options provide discounts for larger orders. Educational
content on healthy snacking habits, the nutritional benefits of carrots, and creative ways
to incorporate carrot chips into meals or recipes further enhances the customer
experience, positioning the brand as not only a snack provider but also a resource for
healthy living.
Competitive Advantages
Distribution Strategies
By selling your carrot chips directly to customers either through your own physical
stores or online you can maintain control over the product's price, branding, and
customer experience. Selling in quantity to retailers who resell to customers is known as
wholesale distribution, and it frequently necessitates collaborations with distributors or
big-box stores. Compared to traditional retail, online distribution whether via your own
website or platforms like Amazon can help you reach a worldwide market with
comparatively cheap overhead costs .Retail distribution, usually through joint ventures
with retail buyers or distributors, gets your carrot chips into supermarkets, health food
stores, or convenience stores. Direct-to-consumer (DTC) through subscription models is
an additional choice. These models provide a consistent revenue stream and cultivate
customer loyalty by delivering goods on a regular basis.
Promotional Expense
1. Advertising: This includes all costs related to paid advertisements, such as digital
ads (Google Ads, social media), traditional media (TV, radio, print), and outdoor
advertising.
4. Public Relations: Fees for PR agencies, press releases, media outreach, and
managing brand reputation.
5. Social Media Marketing: Budget for social media platforms, including paid ads,
influencer partnerships, and content creation.
7. Market Research: Costs for gathering data, consumer insights, and analyzing
competitors.
8. Events and Sponsorships: Budget for attending or hosting events, trade shows,
conferences, or sponsoring relevant industry events.
9. Tools and Software: Expenses for marketing tools and software, such as CRM
systems, analytics tools, or automation platforms.
10. Personnel: Salaries or consulting fees for the marketing team or outsourced
experts
Target Audience: Consider where your target audience spends their time and money.
Past Performance: Look at past campaigns to see what was effective and reallocate
funds accordingly.
Sales Volume: You estimate selling is 15 packs everyday 3 times per week
Revenue: With a selling price of P15 per pack, the total projected revenue would be
675
(45×15= 675).
Sales Channels: Sales will come through online stores, retail partnerships, and direct
sales at local farmer’s markets.
Seasonality: You expect a small uptick in sales during the holidays when people tend
to buy healthier snacks or gift items.
The growing preference for healthier snacking options has created a significant demand
for innovative and nutrient-rich alternatives like crispy carrot chips. Consumers are
moving away from traditional, high-calorie snacks to options that deliver both health
benefits and flavor, positioning crispy carrot chips as a high-potential product in the
snack market.
2. Busy Professionals: Looking for convenient, ready-to-eat snacks that align with their
healthy lifestyle.
3. Parents and Kids: Parents are increasingly seeking healthy, crispy snacks for their
children.
1. Texture Appeal: Consumers enjoy the satisfying crunch of crispy snacks, making
carrot chips an attractive alternative to potato chips.
2. Nutritional Value: Carrot chips are high in fiber, beta-carotene, and antioxidants,
which resonate with health-conscious buyers.
3. Versatility: The ability to offer a variety of flavors (e.g., spicy, sweet, herbed)
broadens the appeal of crispy carrot chips.
4. Convenience: Packaged crispy carrot chips are portable, shelf-stable, and perfect for
on-the-go snacking.
Supply
1. Carrots:
Quality Assurance: Ensure carrots are fresh, pesticide-free, and meet food-grade
standards.
3. Packaging Materials:
Production Process
1. Preparation: Cleaning, peeling, and slicing fresh carrots into chip-sized portions.
Frying: Using healthy oils (e.g., olive, coconut) for a crispy texture.
Distribution Channels
Market Share
The global vegetable chip market is valued at approximately P27M and is projected to
grow at a CAGR of 0.27%. Crispy carrot chips represent a niche yet rapidly growing
segment, driven by increasing consumer demand for healthier snack alternatives.
Initially, the business aims to capture 1-3% of the local and regional vegetable chip
market by targeting health-conscious consumers through direct-to-consumer sales and
partnerships with health food stores. Over the next 3-5 years, expansion into national
and international markets, coupled with innovative flavors, competitive pricing, and
sustainable practices, is expected to grow market share to 5-8%. With a focus on
product differentiation and strategic marketing, the long-term goal is to establish
leadership in the carrot chip segment and secure over 10% of the vegetable chip
market.
Milestone and Measure
In the first year, the product is well-received, launching in local stores and online, with
strong sales driven by targeted marketing. By year two, the brand expand its producer
in market.
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Management/Organization Plan
Leadership Team
Employees
Sales Team (2 employees): Drive retail and wholesale sales through customer outreach
and relationship management.
Current Staffing
Sales Team (2 employees): Drive retail and wholesale sales through customer
outreach and relationship management.
Current Staffing
Total Employees: 10
Full-time: 8
Part-time: 2
Qualifications:
To ensure Crisp N' Carrot achieves its goals efficiently and effectively, we have
partnered with industry-leading consultants and advisors. Their expertise spans product
development, branding, operations, and compliance, providing a strong foundation for
sustainable growth.
Key Consultants and Advisors
Role: Dr. Thompson has 15+ years of experience in the snack food industry and
specializes in developing plant-based products. She is helping refine our carrot chip
formula to ensure a perfect balance of flavor, texture, and shelf life while maintaining the
product's nutritional value.
Role: With a proven track record of building successful snack brands, Michael is guiding
our marketing efforts, including designing packaging that resonates with health-
conscious consumers and executing digital campaigns to drive awareness and sales.
Role: Emily has advised over 30 startups in the food sector. She is helping us develop
realistic financial projections, optimize pricing strategies, and prepare for investor
presentations.
Role: David is optimizing our procurement and distribution processes to reduce costs
and ensure timely delivery of carrot chips to retailers and e-commerce partners.
Role: Lisa ensures our products meet FDA and USDA guidelines and oversees
trademark registration for our brand, protecting our intellectual property.
Duties And Responsibilities
To support the development and growth of Crisp N’ Carrot, our team of consultants and
advisors is tasked with the following responsibilities:
Conduct research to enhance product quality, including taste, texture, and shelf life.
Develop formulations that maintain the nutritional value of carrot chips while meeting
regulatory requirements.
Oversee product testing to ensure consistent quality and adherence to safety standards.
Ensure all aspects of production and distribution comply with local and federal food
safety regulations (e.g., FDA standards).
Address potential legal issues and provide ongoing risk management advice.
Vision: Build a team of skilled and motivated individuals who collectively drive
innovation and excellence in producing high-quality carrot chips.
Objectives:
Equip employees with necessary skills to ensure consistent product quality and
operational efficiency.
Training Programs:
Quality Control: Train staff to monitor moisture levels, flavor consistency, and
adherence to health regulations.
Provide health and wellness programs to ensure physical fitness for active roles,
especially in manufacturing.
Growth Opportunities:
Innovation Culture:
Encourage employees to contribute ideas for new flavors, eco-friendly packaging, and
process improvements.
Process Improvements:
Location:Our business will operate from Tiburcia, Kapalong, Davao del Norte, located
at room 105. This location was chosen due to its exposure in public especially in
students.
Benefits: This location is ideal due to its access to fresh carrot suppliers, streamlined
logistics for distribution, and affordable utility rates. This location due exposure to its
student.
Equipment:To ensure high-quality production of crispy carrot chips, we will invest in the
following equipment:
1.Brush
Cost: 25 pesos
Supplier: Ricardo
2. Blender
Supplier: NutriBullet
3. Paper bag
Cost: 45 pesos
Supplier: Jobert
Store Location
We are located
at room 105
SHS Building
Hours Of Operation
1. Carrot
4. Oil
Intellectual Property
Tradework Protection
We will register th business name “Crisp n’ Carrot” and the product name “ Crispy
Carrot Chips” to establish a ownership and establish rights over our brand identity.
Trade Secret
The secret recipe of our crispy carrot chips is the knor, because it make a carrot chips
more flavorful and the secret teqnique is to put a cornstarch to make a crispyness
longer.
Future Patents
Develop a novel process and innovation in product and manufacturing and exploring our
product carrot chips.
Risk Management
At Crispy carrot chips, running a business like this comes with a great responsibility
because we know that as we run this business we can face some several challenges
that’s why we focus to start building a plan to avoid big problem and to lessen our
problem.
That’s why we focus on looking at how likely things happen and how much they could
impact in our business. We have a strategies to avoid a issue and challenges. We also
prepare ourself to get ready if some things happen.
Taxes
Filling and remittance of income tax based on the profits generated by our business, in
accordance with Bureau of interval Reveneu (BIR).
Payment of local government fees, including the municipal permits and business taxes
and also community taxes.
Future Employee Fee’s
Paying the employee that we hired and to follow labor and tax law.
We insure that Crispy Carrot Chips are registered in Department of Trade Industry.
Baranggay Clearance
The business aquire a permit from local health and to make sure our business follow
the regulations of sanitation and etiquits.
Location
We are located at kapalong National Highschool, Baraggay Maniki, Davao Del Norte.
PRODUCT PROCESS
Carrot Selection: Choose fresh, firm, and mature carrots with no visible damage or soft
spots.
Washing: Thoroughly wash the carrots to remove dirt, pesticides, and other impurities
Peeling: Peel the carrots to remove the outer skin if desired, though some producers
may keep the skin for added nutrients and texture.
Cutting: Slice the carrots into thin, even pieces, usually around 1-2 mm thick. This
helps achieve an even cook and ensures they become crispy.
Blanching:Blanching the carrot slices in boiling water for a short time (2-3 minutes) can
help preserve their color, texture, and flavor.After blanching, immediately immerse the
slices in ice water to stop the cooking process.
3. Seasoning
The carrot slices are tossed in seasonings to enhance flavor. Common seasonings
include pepper, garlic powder, knorr cubes.egg,flour,all purpose flour. Some
manufacturers may add oil (like olive oil or coconut oil) to help with flavor adhesion and
crispiness.
4. Frying
Carrot slices can also be deep-fried in oil to achieve a quicker crisping process. This
typically results in a richer, more flavorful chip.
5. Cooling
Once the carrot chips are fully dried or fried, they are cooled to room temperature.
Cooling allows the chips to firm up and achieve the desired crunch.
6. Packaging
The crispy carrot chips are carefully packaged to preserve their freshness and
crispiness. Packaging typically includes vacuum sealing or using airtight containers to
reduce exposure to air and moisture.
Section 6
FINANCIAL PLAN
Start up Cost
(Raw Material)
Cooking oil 2 32 64
( 1L )
Butaine Refill 1 60 60
(Small)
Packaging 2 36 72
Materials
Miscellaneous 20
Expenses
PRODUCT PLAN
PERSONAL DATA
Weight: 44
Height: 5’1
Citizenship :Filipino
Elementary: Sta. Josefa Central Elementary School
L-jay L. Fernandez
Purok 3B Capungagan
Kapalong,Davao Del Norte
PERSONAL DATA
Weight: 40
Height: 5’4
Birthday: December 12, 2007
Birthplace: Green Medos
Civil status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Elementary: Bago-Oshiro Elementary School
Highschool: Bago-Oshiro National Highschool
Quentin Carl Ragot
Purok 9, Tiburcia
Kapalong, Davao del Norte
PERSONAL DATA
Weight: 57
Height: 165
Birthday: May 29, 2008
Birthplace: Maniki, Kapalong, Davao del Norte
Civil status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Elementary: Little Lamb Baptist Christian School
Highschool: Little Lamb Baptist Christian School
Ivan Jiey T. Roble
Purok 8 bagsak
Asuncion ,Kapalong, Davao del Norte
PERSONAL DATA
Weight: 60
Height: 176165
Birthday: May 18, 2008
Birthplace: Maniki, Kapalong, Davao del Norte
Civil status: Single
Citizenship: Filipino
Elementary: Maniki,Central Elementary School
Highschool: Kapalong National Highschool