Publications
Where can I download a startup guide for Alabama? Does the Alabama SBDC offer any other self-service guides or resources? The ASBDC Publications page hosts many of the guides, chapters, and resources that entrepreneurs and small business owners need. Additional guides may be available after talking with an SBDC Business Advisor. For additional assistance, click the Register Now button.

Publications & Guides

Alabama’s Answers: Starting a Small Business in Alabama

Alabama Small Business Resource Guide

Alabama’s Answers: Intellectual Property Guide

Alabama’s Answers: Cómo comenzar su negocio en Alabama

Self-Assessment & Financial Feasibility

Alabama Small Business Cybersecurity Workbook
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Alabama’s Answers provide basic, introductory information to individuals who seek to start a business in Alabama. While no one publication can answer every question for every kind of proposed business, this publication can serve as a guide to those sources of information which are needed for a successful business venture.