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This database contains a diverse range of more than 2,000 publications about inclusive business and relating topics, such as impact investing, microfinance and market systems approaches. You will find not only reports but also market intelligence, case studies, tools and videos that touch upon of several sectors and regions.

The diverse range of publications in this database all relate to inclusive business - meaning business models that engage base of the pyramid (BoP) consumers, suppliers, entrepreneurs and/or employees in low income and/or emerging markets.

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InTaCt - Inclusive Textiles and Clothing
74

In 2015, the ADB engaged Inclusive Business Sweden to prepare this sector study on IB models in the value chain of the textile and clothing industry in Asia, focusing on Bangladesh and Myanmar. The study focussed on mapping opportunities for developing inclusive business models across supply chains in Asia as possible new and innovative investment opportunities for leading Swedish and other international and local companies in the sector. 11 broad opportunities were identified in Bangladesh and 8 in Myanmar. Within each of the two countries, two opportunities were prioritised which were considered to be commercially viable and scalable with a great potential for positive impact. 

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorM. Debelak
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryEast Asia and Pacific
Bangladesh, Myanmar
IB Topics: Corporates in Inclusive Business, Employment, Inclusive business models and strategy
SectorRetail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
How Unilever reaches rural consumers in emerging markets
0

This article comes up with six recommendations and examples how Unilever reaches rural consumer segments in emerging markets.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorV. Mahajan
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryGlobal
IB Topics:
SectorRetail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
Inclusive business in Egypt - A baseline assessment for the fast-moving consumer good sector
40

This guide provides a baseline assessment of the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in Egypt targeting low-income communities. It begins by providing an overview of key concepts, a snapshot of the FMCG industry within the BoP market as well as identifying several industry trends. The guide then dives into the most relevant parts of the FMCG value chain as well as the organisation itself and the surrounding ecosystem. The guide concludes with a list of useful resources and recommended reading for further inspiration.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorK. R. Bødiker, R. El Ebrashi, S. Ballan
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryMiddle East and North Africa
Egypt
IB Topics:
SectorAgriculture or Food, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
Yes
Inclusive business in Egypt
How inclusive is inclusive business for women? Examples from Asia and Latin America
72

This report assesses the extent to which inclusive business models promote women's economic empowerment in Asia and Latin America. It looks at Inclusive businesses that involve women in their value chain and provide specific services that help low-income women.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorC. Tewes-Gradl, Dr. Aline Menden, Isabel von Blomberg, Saskia Vossenberg
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryEast Asia and Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean
IB Topics: Results Measurement and Impact
SectorAgriculture or Food, Energy, Health, Housing or Construction, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods, Water, Sanitation or Waste Management
No
Inclusive Business Landscaping Series: South Africa
52

This paper explores the emergence and the potential for the development of inclusive business in South Africa. It presents inclusive business models of seven priority sectors, namely agriculture, tourism, ICT, retail and consumer goods, financial services, education and skills and engergy.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorN/A
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountrySub-Saharan Africa
South Africa
IB Topics: Corporates in Inclusive Business
SectorAgriculture or Food, Education, Energy, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
Yes
Inclusive Business Landscaping Series: South Africa
Catalyzing Small Business Development for Youth and Women in Africa
96

TechnoServe partnered with Citi Foundation to implement four pilot projects that aim to address unemployment among women and youth in Africa. This report analyzes the four projects, detailing the lessons learned from each.

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Author
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountrySub-Saharan Africa
IB Topics:
SectorAgriculture or Food, Education, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
How Do We Scale Distribution and Sales Networks That Create Opportunities in Low-Income Markets?
40

This discussion paper explores models of distribution and sales networks that strengthen micro-enterprises and expand economic opportunities for low-income people in developing countries. It highlights the key challenges in scaling these models as well as the emerging lessons from companies and partnerships that are experimenting with new solutions and/or succeeding in reaching scale.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorA. Rivera, B. Jenkins, J. Davis Pluess
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryGlobal
IB Topics:
SectorRetail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
Inclusive business in Tunisia - With a focus on edible fast-moving consumer goods
36

This report assesses how businesses active in the FMCG sector include low-income groups in their company’s value chains. It outlines the context for incluisve business in Tunisia and provides an overview on the FMCG ecosystem. The paper also identifies challenges and solutions along the value chain of inclusive businesses from the FMCG sector.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorC. Knobloch, I. von Blomberg
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryMiddle East and North Africa
Tunisia
IB Topics:
SectorAgriculture or Food, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
Yes
Inclusive business in Tunisia
Inclusive Business Landscaping Series: Namibia
36

This paper describes the status quo of Namibias young inclusive business landscape. It presents different inclusive business models and services of support organizations. In the conclusion it outlines how challenges in the field awareness, incentives, investment and implementation could be tackled.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorN. Pascarel, P. Coetzer
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountrySub-Saharan Africa
Namibia
IB Topics: Corporates in Inclusive Business
SectorAgriculture or Food, Education, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
Yes
Inclusive Business Landscaping Series: Namibia
A Guide to Inclusive Business in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector
60

The guide provides an overview of key concepts in the field of inclusive business, a snapshot of the Fast-Moving Conusmer Goods (FMCG) industry within low-income markets market and identifies industry trends. It dives into the most relevant parts of the FMCG value chain, by providing a step-by-step guidance for companies along the value chain. Case studies, guiding questions and experts adivces are provided for each step.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorF. Casado Cañeque, I. Loreto, J. Klein, M. Geissler, M. Omar
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryGlobal
IB Topics: Corporates in Inclusive Business
SectorAgriculture or Food, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
Yes
A Guide to Inclusive Business in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector