Portfolio: Uganda National SME Portal & Brand and Communication Plan
Asili FORTUNE, in association with Vantage Communications, supported the development and implementation of the Uganda National SME Portal & Brand and Communication Plan for the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA). This initiative aimed to transform business operations for over 250 SMEs in the IT and ITES sector by introducing IT-based business processes that enhance efficiency, scalability, and market competitiveness.
Asili FORTUNE’s Role in the Project
Strategy & Growth
A Digital Solutions Toolbox
- Developed and launched a user-friendly National SME Portal to facilitate access to business resources and networking opportunities.
- Implemented IT-driven processes to enhance operational efficiencies and competitiveness for SMEs.
- Integrated data analytics to track user engagement and optimize service delivery.
Capacity Building
- Provided specialized training sessions for researchers, policymakers, and agribusiness professionals to enhance their understanding of global trade dynamics and digital transformation in agriculture.
- Facilitated workshops on business intelligence applications for agricultural export strategies, enabling stakeholders to leverage new market opportunities.
- Designed and implemented coaching programs focused on technology adoption, ensuring that the cassava research community embraced innovative digital tools for knowledge dissemination.
Results & Impact
- Successfully digitized business operations for over 250 SMEs in the IT and ITES sector.
- Strengthened UIA’s engagement with SMEs through an interactive and resourceful online platform.
- Increased market access and visibility for SMEs by leveraging IT-based business solutions.
- Enhanced business resilience and competitiveness through digital transformation strategies.
Conclusion
Through its commitment to knowledge-based solutions and digital transformation, Asili FORTUNE has played a key role in empowering Zimba Women, supporting the renewable energy sector with GIZ, and driving SME transformation with UIA. By providing strategic guidance, innovative digital solutions, and capacity-building initiatives, Asili FORTUNE continues to strengthen entrepreneurship and economic growth, ensuring long-term sustainability and global market integration.
