Entrepreneurship is an idea that appeals to many, but figuring out how to start a business can sometimes be so overwhelming. It involves careful planning, making financial decisions, doing market research, and acquiring knowledge in areas you never thought you would learn about before.

Luckily for aspiring entrepreneurs, the Department of Cottage and Small Industry provides a wide range of financial and non-financial support services to help entrepreneurs improve the performance of their businesses, increase access to markets, and ability to compete in the market.

Certification and Standardisation ensure goods produced in a specific industry come with a consistent quality and are equivalent to other comparable products in the same industry. The consumers take comfort in knowing what to expect from buying something that is certified and a standard in the industry.