There are a range of internal factors which may impact negatively on the survival of an enterprise. Internal factors are elements within a business that can be controlled and influenced by the organisation and have a direct impact on its operations, performance, and overall success. These include;

• Lack of planning

• Unrealistic and over-ambitious business plans

• Poor management

• Insufficient capital

• Cash flow problems

• Over expansion

• Failure to exploit technology

• Loss of key staff

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