This assignment delves into various aspects of small business growth and expansion. It covers case studies on open-source ERP implementation (Olson & Staley, 2012), barriers to small business growth in Canada (Gill & Biger, 2012), and public procurement as a support policy for small businesses (Loader, 2013). Additionally, it explores strategies for expanding businesses into new areas (Online, 2017) and provides a SWOT analysis template for assessing internal and external environments.