Launch Checklist for Small Multi-Business Owners (Tamil Version)

Why You Need a Launch Checklist

Switching to a new SaaS platform without a plan leads to incomplete data, frustrated staff, and wasted subscription fees. This bilingual checklist ensures you have everything ready before go-live.

Phase 1: Pre-Launch Preparation (Day 1-2)

Required Data

• Customer/student list with contact details (Excel or CSV)
• Inventory items with quantities and prices
• Staff list with roles and contact information
• Past invoices and payment records (last 3 months)
• Branch/location details

Account Setup

• Create your 1Grow account
• Set up your business profile
• Add branch locations
• Configure working hours

Phase 2: Data Import (Day 3-4)

Import Steps

• Import customer data using the CSV template
• Add inventory items (or use bulk upload)
• Create staff profiles and assign roles
• Set up payment methods
• Configure tax settings

Verification

• Spot-check 10 customer records for accuracy
• Verify inventory counts match physical stock
• Test a sample invoice generation

Phase 3: Team Onboarding (Day 5-6)

Staff Training

• Schedule team walkthrough session (30 minutes)
• Share mobile app download links
• Create role-specific login credentials
• Test attendance marking workflow

Communication

• Send announcement to staff about the new system
• Share quick-reference guide (provided by 1Grow)
• Set up WhatsApp notification preferences

Phase 4: Go-Live (Day 7)

Launch Day

• Process first transaction in the new system
• Verify invoice generation and delivery
• Check dashboard shows correct data
• Confirm staff can log in and perform basic tasks

Post-Launch

• Monitor for errors or missing data for first week
• Collect staff feedback
• Schedule follow-up training if needed

Time Estimates

Tips for Success

• Start with one branch: Get comfortable before rolling out to all locations
• Clean your data first: Remove duplicates and outdated records before importing
• Assign a champion: Designate one person to own the implementation
• Don't skip verification: Always spot-check imported data