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University of Michigan’s DNEP and BoodleBox Partner to Bring AI Tools to Detroit Small Businesses
August 28, 2025April 22, 2026

UMich Students to help 120+ Detroit businesses scale their impact, supported by AI solutions.
Ann Arbor, MI [August 28, 2025] – The Detroit Neighborhood Entrepreneurs Project (DNEP) at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and BoodleBox, a leading collaborative AI platform, are partnering to provide Detroit’s small businesses with free access to cutting-edge AI tools and training. Together, DNEP and BoodleBox are taking a significant step forward in democratizing access to resources that can help local entrepreneurs thrive.
The partnership will kick off in September with a series of customized workshops called “AI Show & Tell” that are open to …

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Choosing the Right POS System for your Business (+2 free resources)
September 25, 2023August 6, 2025

Choosing the right point of sale system (POS) for your business can be tricky and time consuming with so many options to choose from and oftentimes hidden fees. Over the summer, DNEP’s point of sale intern team created 2 resources to help business owners select the best point of sale system for them: 1) Point of Sale Cost Comparison Calculator and 2) One page overviews of the most frequently used POS systems and a comparison guide.
How to use the point of sale resources:
What to Consider When Choosing your POS System:
Sofia Wynn, one of DNEP’s point of sale interns, shares key …

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Cash Flow Analysis Model

The Cash Flow Analysis Model will help you:
Initial Cash Flow Projections Model (Section 3 of workbook)
After completing Activity 1 in the workbook, you can use the Basic Model below to see a basic breakeven analysis.
If you are interested in a more in-depth exploration of your company’s cash flows, you can download the Advanced Model (Section …

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Delivery Service Revenue Calculator

The Delivery Service Revenue Calculator will help you:
How to Download the Delivery Service Revenue Calculator:
Note: A list of important terminology is included at the bottom of the page to be referenced as needed.
Instructional Videos
Doordash vs. Grubhub vs. UberEats
Video Overview:
Key Takeaways:
Which 3rd party delivery service is best for your business?
Video Overview:
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Amazon Business Guide

In the below Amazon Business Guide, you’ll find a comprehensive guide that will help you understand the various aspects of Amazon Business to assist you in identifying if Amazon’s fulfillment strategies are the right solution to solve your distribution problems.
Additionally, see this “Can My Distribution System Handle a Second Shutdown Video” for a video overview of the …

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Are My Supply and Inventory as Efficient and Productive as Possible Checklist

The supply evaluation checklist is a simple tool for small business owners to re-evaluate the supply and inventory of their business, implement changes, and mitigate excess costs in preparation for a second shutdown. It is designed to be worked through methodically with your own business in mind.
See the below video on how to use the checklist …

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Curbside Pickup Guide

Curbside pickup allows customers to place an order ahead of time so that their food is ready upon arrival without any expensive delivery fees or additional service. Curbside pickup differs from takeout by bringing the food to the customer, either in their car or at the door, instead of requiring the customer to go inside …

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How to Implement a Delivery Only Business (Wikihow)

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How to Implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Wikihow)

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How to Implement Health & Safety Routines for Food Service via IT (Wikihow)

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