Case Study #02 : Al Madina Digital Sign and Press

Digitalization Scope of Local SMEs: Madaripur

Digitalization Scope of Local SMEs: Madaripur

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Case Study: Al-Madina Digital Sign & Printing Press

Photo of Al-Madina Digital Sign & Printing Press storefront

Field capture of the business location in Madaripur.

Business Vitals

Business Name
Al-Madina Digital Sign & Printing Press
Proprietor
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Contact
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Location
Street-front shop, commercial area, Madaripur

Field Observations

In the image you provided, you’re looking at a modern-looking printing press with a wide, two-part storefront featuring a glass and blue aluminum frame. The business name, “Al-Madina Digital Sign & Printing Press,” is presented in both Bengali and English on the main sign board. Through the large glass windows, your analysis notes a large-format printer is visible in the right-hand section, indicating capacity for banner and sign production. The left section, with its shutter partially open, appears to be the main office or customer service area, where a person is standing. A blue motorcycle is parked out front, alongside stacks of what appear to be finished signs or boards, suggesting recent production activity. The overall setup implies a professional operation equipped for both large and small-scale printing jobs.

Operational Analysis (Inferences)

Business Profile
Your analysis suggests this is a small-to-medium enterprise (SME) specializing in commercial digital printing services, including large-format signs, banners, and likely smaller items like business cards and flyers.
Inventory & Assets
You’ve estimated the value between ৳8 Lakh – ৳12 Lakh, dominated by capital assets like a large-format printer, design computers, and cutting equipment, plus consumable inventory like ink and media rolls.
Human Resources
You estimate 2-4 people work here, likely comprising an owner/manager, a graphic designer/operator, and an assistant for production and finishing.
Financials (Approximation)
  • Revenue: Your estimate is ৳150k – ৳250k / month
  • Expense: Your estimate is ৳120k – ৳180k / month

Digitalization Scope & Impact

Recommended First Steps
  • Online Portfolio & Marketing: You propose establishing a professional Facebook Page and Instagram profile to showcase high-quality photos/videos of their work. Running targeted local ads could reach new businesses, event organizers, and institutions.
  • Local Search Visibility: You recommend creating and optimizing a Google My Business profile so the shop appears prominently in local map searches for “printing press” or “digital sign.”
  • Streamlined Client Communication: You suggest using WhatsApp Business to manage inquiries, send design proofs for approval, and provide order updates, creating a more efficient and professional customer service channel.
Projected Impact
  • Your analysis concludes that digitalization could expand their market reach beyond immediate walk-in customers to the entire Madaripur district and neighboring areas.
  • It could build a stronger brand reputation and trust, allowing for competitive pricing and attracting larger, corporate clients.
  • It would improve operational efficiency by systemizing the order and approval process, reducing manual follow-up.
  • Financial Projection: You project a 20-35% increase in monthly revenue is achievable by capturing a larger market share and securing higher-value contracts.