The PIFS E-commerce Business Toolkits are simple, step-by-step, example-based, guides for a hypothetical business wishing to explore the use of online tools to sell products and services in a given industry and a given geographical context.

With funding support from the PACER Plus Implementation Unit, the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS) has delivered a coaching and grant scheme for 5 selected MSME’s from Niue.

‘Coaching/mentoring scheme’ is the third step of the PIFS E-Biz Plus. Each of the 5 beneficiary grantees benefited from one-on-one mentoring/coaching, which is a highly effective way to provide customised support and guidance to small businesses. A mentor/coach works directly with the business owner to help them identify opportunities, overcome challenges, and develop a roadmap for success. Businesses and entrepreneurs who have been sensitised, trained, and mentored/coached are offered the opportunity to join a Pacific E-commerce Community of Practice.