The fastest, easiest way to write a business plan

New version for 2009! Create a business plan in hours, not weeks. Discover why Business Plan Pro is the world's most popular business planning software, outselling all others combined.

Simple step-by-step instructions

Get clear instructions and expert tips every step of the way. Whether this is your first plan or your 51st, it's fast and easy to create a business plan with Business Plan Pro.

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500+ sample business plans

Get inspired and say goodbye to writer's block with complete business plans for hundreds of business types. All of these plans can be edited in Business Plan Pro.

New features for 2009

Certified for Windows VistaWe have rebuilt the software from the ground up. New features include the management dashboard, Spanish language support, certification for Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and more.

See more features in Version 11.0

SBA-approved format

Impress your audience with a professional, attractive document in the format preferred by the SBA, investors, and major lenders.

View a complete business plan example

Start a business in Canada

Business Plan Pro Canada Edition comes with a guide to starting a business in Canada. It includes business resources and information specific to Canada such as:

  • Obtaining a Business Number
  • Registerting your business
  • Expanded GST/HST management
  • Contact information for the Canada Revenue Agency
  • And more...

Recommended by the experts

Wall Street Journal — "Takes the guesswork out of writing a business plan"

Business Week — "One of the best business planning tools."

Two powerful editions

Everything you need to produce a complete, professional business plan is available in the Standard Edition. The Premier Edition adds Excel imports, plan vs actuals, and more.

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Business planning books X X
Import from QuickBooks X X
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Business valuation analysis   X
Cash flow planning tools   X
Plan vs. actual financial tools   X
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