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There’s a reason why Malaysian street food is loved around the world—rich flavours, fiery woks, bold aromas, and that unmistakable wok hei. At Halim Chew Street Food Sauces (HCSF), we’ve captured that essence and bottled it for chefs, restaurants, stalls, and home cooks to recreate the iconic taste of authentic Penang-style Chinese Muslim street food.…
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At Hache Business Consultancy, we celebrate SME owners who see opportunity where others see tradition. Fatimah Chew’s story is a perfect example—a tale of culinary heritage, cultural insight, and smart digital execution that transformed a family recipe into a thriving nationwide brand. Identifying a Unique Market Gap The traditional Chinese rice dumpling, zongzi or bak…
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Every business decision—big or small—shapes the future of your company. From pricing and hiring to expansion and investment, the quality of your decisions determines whether your business grows sustainably or struggles under pressure. Yet many business owners are forced to decide with limited information, emotional stress, or instinct alone. Making informed decisions is not about…
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Running a small or medium enterprise (SME) comes with constant challenges. From cash flow pressure and rising costs to staffing issues and slow sales, many business owners find themselves spending more time firefighting than growing their business. While every business is different, the challenges faced by SMEs are often similar. The difference between struggling and…
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Business growth is a common goal for SME owners, but sustainable growth requires more than increasing sales. True growth comes from strong financial control, clear business direction, and structured execution. Without these, growth can quickly create cash flow strain, operational stress, and declining margins. At HacheBC, we believe successful business growth is built on two…
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Business development plays a critical role in long-term growth, yet many businesses rely on generic strategies or short-term opportunities. While templates and standard plans may offer direction, they often fail to address the unique challenges, resources, and goals of individual businesses. Tailored business development plans provide a more effective approach—one that aligns strategy with financial…
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Scaling a business is an exciting milestone—but scaling without proper structure can quickly lead to cash flow strain, operational breakdowns, and loss of control. Smart scaling is not about growing as fast as possible; it is about growing sustainably, with systems, numbers, and strategy working together. At HacheBC, we help SMEs scale their operations in…
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Beyond the Balance Sheet: How Accounting Drives Sustainable Growth “If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.” This fundamental accounting principle, once confined to dollars and cents, is now reshaping the future of business by extending its reach to carbon emissions, employee well-being, and societal impact. In today’s dynamic and unpredictable business landscape, the…
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Executive Summary The traditional “spray and pray” sales approach is increasingly ineffective. Today’s top-performing sales teams succeed by focusing on quality over quantity, strategically targeting the right prospects with the right message. This shift from broad outreach to precision targeting can shorten sales cycles, increase conversion rates, and protect valuable sales resources. This article outlines…
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The Catalyst for Growth: 5 Ways Consulting Can Transform Your SME Executive Summary For Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), the journey from a promising start-up to a mature, scalable business is fraught with challenges. Limited resources, competing priorities, and the need to wear multiple hats can trap owners in day-to-day operations, stifling strategic growth. This…