The Secret of the Successful Entrepreneur: 3 Technologies That Will Scale Businesses in Somaliland by 2026

Is the modern business owner relying only on Mobile Money? Learn 3 New Technologies that can scale your business. The secret to success for the Somaliland Entrepreneur in 2026!

Introduction: Is Mobile Money Enough for Somaliland Entrepreneurs?

Dear Friends, ask yourself this question: Is your business ready for the future? If you own a shop, restaurant, or small company in Hargeisa, Borama, or Berbera, we know that Zaad and E-Dahab are the lifeblood of business. It is a simple system that has been adopted all over the world. But the truth is: The world of technology is moving faster than just Mobile Money. The entrepreneur who is currently proud to operate without a website or app is at risk of going out of business by 2026. This article will introduce you to 3 technologies that can be used now that can make your small business big and compete with global companies. It is time to think about the business of the future!

1. Case Study 1: Modern E-Commerce (Websites)

Don't just stick to Facebook Page! Friend, tell me. Now you sell or advertise your products on Facebook or WhatsApp, right? But know that this is not a professional and reliable platform. So what is the solution?

Business Website: Friend, It's Your Official Home! As a shop owner, you need your own website where customers can order your products directly. Imagine: If you have a large store in Hargeisa, do you want it to be permanent and well-known? It should have its own address and location, right?

Advantages of New Technology (AI): My brother or sister, keep in mind that a system called AI has emerged that makes it easy for you to create a website in 30 minutes. You don't need to tell a developer to create a website, because it takes him 2 weeks to complete it, but if you use AI, it will be easier for you to build a website.

The Secret to Success: Friend, Connect your website directly to the Zaad/E-Dahab system. This way, your customer can view the products on a professional website, and the money will be transferred to you quickly. This is how companies like Amazon work.

2. Case Study 2: Inventory Management

Friend, know that in any big business, the biggest problem is: how to calculate the data, for example: How many products do I have missing? How many do I have in the warehouse? How much did I sell yesterday? So to find out, we use this app:

Cloud Apps: There are now simple apps that run on the Cloud (examples: Square or Zoho Inventory). These apps help you automatically calculate your inventory, for example: what was purchased today, what was not purchased and how much profit we made. You can check this app even while traveling and keep track of your business from there.

Benefits of New Technology: Dude, imagine the speed you get! When you use these Inventory programs, you are able to connect a small device called a Scanner. For example, we use it when new products arrive, instead of writing them in a book, you scan them. The program immediately records the quantity and price. It also allows us to scan them when a customer buys something from you, instead of manually typing in the price, you scan them! The payment and registration are done immediately.

The Secret to Success: When your business is accountable and knows what it is missing, it will be able to reduce losses and increase profits. Data is the fuel of new business! Know that your business will be successful.

3. Case Study 3: AI Customer Support

My brother or sister Don't Waste Your Time on Constant Feedback, if you have a restaurant, people are always asking you: "When are you open?" "What are your locations?" or "How much does this food cost?" Constant feedback takes up a lot of your time. So what is the solution?

WhatsApp Chatbot/Website: Note, there is AI-powered software that answers customer questions directly, and as quickly as possible. You can connect the Chatbot to your website or even to the WhatsApp Business app. It makes it easier for customers to get answers easily, and as a result, they trust you.

Benefits of New Technology: Friend, imagine working while you sleep! Because we have a Chatbot working for us - it works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If a customer asks a question late, it will answer it immediately. Note that you don't need someone to answer phones or WhatsApp at night (for example: 10:00 pm to 6:00 am) or on weekends, you have to pay extra staff.

The Secret to Success: Friend, this is where your income doubles! Because your customer feels that his time is respected, because he gets an immediate response. The result is that the happy customer comes back to buy, and declares that your business is the best in Somaliland!

Conclusion: Future Business Starts Today!

Dear Friends, here is where the truth becomes clear: We are happy with the development of Mobile Money (Zaad/E-Dahab), but the truth is, this is just the beginning. The entrepreneur who wants to succeed and survive the competition in 2026 is the one who takes the Second Step.

What is the Secret to Success? The Future Merchant is one that combines the ease of payment with Zaad/E-Dahab and the power of New Technology (E-Commerce Website and Data Management). If you lack a Website and professional accounting (Inventory), your business is a house without pillars. My advice is to not just stick to a Facebook page, start using a simple AI-powered website (which can be built in 30 minutes). This is where your customers can pay directly. It will make it easier for you to know which products are selling the most, so that you can increase them, this will make your business successful. Entrepreneur, Know that Technology is the Key to Your Revenue. Start today to be ahead of your competitors!