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Running a small business shouldn’t feel chaotic.

The Blue Box provides simple tools to help small service businesses stay organised and breathe a little easier.

Simple systems. No complexity. No cost.

Free Download Why The Blue Box?

Who The Blue Box is for

Service-based businesses

Dog walking & pet care
Cleaning service
Mobile car detailing
Hairdresser / barber
Massage & beauty therapist
Handyman / small tradie

Common challenges:

schedules become messy
service quality varies between staff
the owner becomes the bottleneck

Small food & retail businesses

Small cafes
Takeaway shops
Bubble tea stores
Asian grocery stores
Home bakeries

Common challenges:

unclear shifts
stock issues
inconsistent staff training

Solo operators & micro businesses

Photographers
Graphic designers
Small IT support providers
Freelancers

Common challenges:

everything lives in the owner’s head
no repeatable workflow
work depends entirely on one person

The Reality of Small Business

You repeat the same instructions every day
Everything depends on you
Work gets done, but things feel messy behind the scenes
Taking a day off feels difficult

The Blue Box exists to make small business operations simpler.

What You’ll Find Here

Everything here is 100% free to use and download.

Free simple SOP templates

Free basic KPI trackers

Free practical checklists

Free tools designed for real operators, not corporations

Need free business advice or coaching?

If you need personalised guidance beyond templates, these Australian government-supported services provide free or low-cost business advice and mentoring across Australia.

ASBFEO — Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman

An independent government office that supports small businesses with guidance, dispute assistance, and access to support pathways when dealing with business challenges.

Visit ASBFEO

business.gov.au — Advisor Finder

The Australian Government’s official business information hub. The Advisor Finder helps connect business owners with local advisors, mentors, and government-supported programs.

Find an adviser

Self-Employment Assistance Program

A federally funded program offering free business coaching, mentoring, workshops, and training to help people start or grow a small business.

Learn more

Enterprise Plus

A not-for-profit organisation providing mentoring, workshops, and practical business guidance for small and regional businesses.

Visit Enterprise Plus