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What’s a Canvas?
Last Updated on August 12, 2025
A Business Model Canvas is like a one-page blueprint for your idea.
Instead of writing a huge, complicated plan, the canvas breaks your idea into clear, connected sections so you can see the big picture at a glance.
It’s made up of different “building blocks” that cover the essentials:
Who you’re trying to help (your audience or beneficiaries)
What problem you’re solving for them
How your solution works
How you’ll deliver it
What resources and partners you need
How you’ll measure value or impact
Why It Works for Any Scale
For a solo founder → It’s a simple, visual way to get your idea out of your head and into a shareable format.
For a big organization → It aligns multiple teams and stakeholders around the same vision, even if the project is complex or spread across locations.
Whether you’re launching a small business app or leading a multi-year research initiative, the canvas helps everyone see the same roadmap.
Why We Start Here
Think of it like laying out the puzzle pieces before you start building.
You’ll see where the gaps are, which parts are connected, and where you might need more information.
And here’s the best part — your canvas isn’t carved in stone. It’s a living document that changes as you learn from the people you’re building for.
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