A Feasibility Study on Establishing a Capsule Traveler&rsquo;s Inn in Zamboanga City

Nelisa  C. Balen,

A Feasibility Study on Establishing a Capsule Traveler’s Inn in Zamboanga City

Discipline: business and management (non-specific)

Abstract:

A feasibility study was conducted on establishing a Capsule Traveler’s Inn in Zamboanga was conducted to investigate the practicality of the proposed business which will offer a distinctive accommodation made of prefabricated containers at a reasonable price and quality service to its guests. The proposed business is a limited partnership type of organization. The business name for the project is “CAPSULA COMMODATIO''. The Latin words “capsula” and “commodatio” meant “capsule” and “accommodation”. The survey resulted in the proposed business to be marketable, technically attainable, financially feasible and socially beneficial. Capsula Commodatio is a commendable investment.

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