Birrama Digital Commerce PLC

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Birrama Digital Commerce PLC
Pays
Ethiopie
Catégorie
Entreprises du secteur privé
Thématiques
Investissement dans les petites et moyennes exploitations et renforcement des filières, marchés locaux, organisation des exportations
Domaine d'intervention

Birrama's area of intervention revolves around revolutionizing Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem through five key initiatives:

1. Empowering Consumers: Creating a network for urban middle-class households, utilizing digital platforms for innovative buying models.

2. Empowering Producers: Partnering with agricultural technology companies to empower farmers and small to midsize FMCG companies through advanced technology and transparent supply chain practices.

3. Enabling Finance: Introducing the Consumer Fund, a digital wallet service, to support bulk buying and investment in suppliers.

4. Enabling Technology: Implementing user-friendly tools, including chatbots, voice assistance, and YeneCode, for efficient navigation and management of the supply chain.

5. Enabling Distribution: Establishing a robust distribution network, including Consumer Agents and iSuq franchised stores, strategically located for efficient operations.

The goal is to address challenges in Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem by leveraging technology, finance, and strategic partnerships for sustainable economic growth and prosperity.

Site web
https://www.thebirramavision.com/
Point focal
Selam Wondim
Adresse et information de contact du point focal
selam.wondim@birrama.com / Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, grace plaza 3rd floor / selam.wondim@gmail.com / +251913592636
Résumé
Birrama is a transformative force in the agricultural industry, dedicated to revolutionizing the entire value chain from farm to table.
Description

Birrama's intervention is a comprehensive approach to transform Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem. This involves empowering both consumers and producers through innovative strategies, integrating finance, technology, and distribution:

1. Empowering Consumers:
- Creating a network for urban middle-class households.
- Utilizing digital platforms for group buying and subscription services.
- Introducing the Consumer Fund, a digital wallet encouraging advanced deposits for bulk buying and investment in suppliers.

2. Empowering Producers:
- Partnering with Agri-tech companies for farmers and small to midsize FMCG companies.
- Using advanced technology and transparent supply chain practices for sustainable and efficient operations.

3. Enabling Finance:
- Introduction of the Consumer Fund, serving as a financial conduit.
- Supporting bulk buying and investment in suppliers, fostering a symbiotic relationship between consumers and producers.

4. Enabling Technology:
- Implementation of user-friendly tools like chatbots, voice assistance, and YeneCode a precise locator.
- Development of an end-to-end management system for transparent control and traceability from farms to urban areas.

5. Enabling Distribution:
- Establishment of a robust distribution network.
- Involvement of Consumer Agents and iSuq franchised stores strategically located for efficient operations.

This transformative model aims to address challenges in Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem by leveraging technology, finance, and strategic partnerships. The focus is on creating a fair, transparent, and resilient system that fosters economic growth and prosperity.

Historique

Historical Information:

Birrama was founded in December 2021 with a vision to revolutionize Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem. Over the past year, we have made significant strides, launching innovative initiatives like TechFarmYouth (TFY) in collaboration with a local agricultural TVET college. This initiative aims to empower youth, transforming their perspective on farming as a viable business opportunity.

In our pilot phase, we've enrolled 18 alumni from the college, playing a crucial role in testing and refining our approach. Additionally, we've formed strategic partnerships with two Israeli software companies, signifying our commitment to bringing innovative solutions to the agricultural sector.

Our journey has been marked by continuous growth and adaptation. As we expand our consumer base and respond to market dynamics, our business model, initially a B2C e-commerce platform, may evolve to align with emerging opportunities and consumer networks.

We are proud of our unique group buying model, leveraging the power of our consumer network, Balesuq, to aggregate demand and negotiate better prices with suppliers. This model, coupled with our Consumer Fund, Prepay+, showcases our commitment to offering stable prices, guaranteed discounts, and potential credit to our valued customers.

Birrama's differentiation from competitors is rooted in our commitment to supporting agricultural producers and promoting sustainable agriculture. We work closely with local farmers, offering a range of products and services that meet high standards of safety and quality. Our logistics solutions ensure timely and efficient delivery, with transparency throughout the supply chain.

Accessibility is at the core of our operations, using the latest AI algorithms and standard phones for transactions in local languages, making our platform inclusive, even in rural areas.

Our commitment extends beyond business success to positive social impact. We prioritize customer service and satisfaction, believing that our values set us apart in the market. As of now, our track record includes successfully piloting our platform at Summit Condominium, where we have over 1000 household members, 10 consumer agents, and partnerships with major retailers like Unilever for distributing packed goods in the area.

In summary, our history reflects a journey of innovation, partnerships, and a commitment to transforming Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem.

Stratégies

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Birrama employs a comprehensive strategy to achieve its transformative goals in Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem. Here are the key components of its strategy:

1. Digital Platforms and Innovative Models:
- Utilize digital platforms to introduce innovative buying models like group buying and subscription services.
- Leverage technology to foster an interactive consumer environment, empowering the urban middle-class households.

2. Financial Enabler and Investment:
- Introduce the Consumer Fund, a digital wallet service, to encourage members to deposit spending money in advance.
- Use the Consumer Fund as a conduit for investment in suppliers, creating a symbiotic relationship between consumers and producers.

3. Technology Integration for Producers:
- Partner with AKOLogic for advanced technology to empower farmers and create a sustainable, efficient, and transparent supply chain.
- Target small to midsize FMCG companies, along with Food Processors and Packaging Companies, for technology-driven supply chain enhancements.

4. Financial Inclusion Measures:
- Streamline credit access, partner with fintech startups, and integrate mobile money systems to drive increased participation in the financial sector.
- Explore strategic financial measures to make Birrama's initiatives accessible to a broader population.

5. User-Friendly Technology Tools:
- Emphasize user-friendly tools such as chatbots and voice assistance interfaces for comprehensive accessibility.
- Incorporate YeneCode, a digital addressing system, to efficiently locate areas even in the absence of established roads.

6. Robust Distribution Network:
- Establish a robust distribution network leveraging technology for managing prices, deliveries, and payments.
- Engage trusted Consumer Agents and iSuq, franchised small stores, strategically located to optimize the distribution process.

7. Economic Growth Catalyst:
- Catalyze economic growth and prosperity by addressing systemic challenges in the consumption ecosystem.
- Promote growth and scalability in the FMCG sector by linking farmers, businesses, and consumers in an integrated supply chain.

8. Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation:
- Continuously monitor the consumption ecosystem and adjust strategies to optimize outcomes.
- Invest in research and development for continuous learning, exploration of innovative business models, and leveraging advanced technologies.

Birrama's strategy is holistic, encompassing consumer and producer empowerment, financial inclusion, technology integration, and efficient distribution, all aimed at fostering a resilient and prosperous consumption ecosystem in Ethiopia.

Objectifs

Birrama's goals encompass transformative changes in Ethiopia's consumption ecosystem:

1. Empowerment: Empower urban middle-class households through innovative consumer and financial models, fostering a sense of community and investment in suppliers.

2. Sustainability: Create a sustainable, efficient, and transparent supply chain for farmers and small to midsize FMCG companies, contributing to poverty alleviation, food security, and environmental sustainability.

3. Financial Inclusion: Enhance financial inclusion by streamlining credit access, partnering with fintech startups, and integrating mobile money systems, increasing participation in the financial sector.

4. Technology Accessibility: Ensure accessibility with user-friendly tools like chatbots, voice assistance, and a digital addressing system, aligning with the unique demands of Africa's digital landscape.

5. Distribution Efficiency: Establish a robust distribution network leveraging technology for managing prices, deliveries, and payments, enhancing overall operational efficiency in Africa's digital revolution.

6. Economic Growth: Catalyze economic growth and prosperity in Ethiopia by addressing systemic challenges, fostering efficiency, fairness, transparency, and resilience in the consumption ecosystem.

7. Scalability: Promote the growth and scalability of the FMCG sector by linking farmers, businesses, and consumers in a well-organized supply chain.

Birrama's goals revolve around creating a blueprint for sustainable and inclusive economic development, leveraging technology, financial innovation, and community engagement.

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