Describe the type of business, purpose and ownership of two contrasting businesses - ADIA Computers and British Gas.

The disadvantage of the business being a sole trader is that sole traders are not seen as a separate entity by the law. Therefore, they are subject to unlimited liability. This means if the business gets into debt, the business owner is liable. In the worst case, this may mean a person risks their home, personal savings and any other assets they have both in and outside of the business.

The store is located within Kilburn High Road.  It tends to have 10 to 20 customers coming in everyday and can achieve about 30 customers on the weekends.  Therefore Wilson Brown has four employees working for him in the store. Two of my employees must always be at the till and the other two tending to the customer’s needs.

ADIA is a tertairy secotor. This is because it provides services to the general population in the community around the area. The business does not make it own products but buys products from those made by other companies and sells it in their store.

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Sole trader: A type of business enterprise or proprietorship which is owned by one person who is fully liable for the company's debts and fulfillment of contracts with his/her personal wealth unless incorporated.

Private Limited Company

British gas is an energy and home services provider in the United Kingdom. British Gas is the UK’s leading provider of energy and has over 16 million customer accounts. The purpose of the busines is to make provite and provide service to its customers.

British Gas does not only supply gas but also deals with the installation and maintenance of

domestic central heating and appliances. It provides a maintenance and breakdown service for electrical white goods and home wiring. Through the Dyno brand, British Gas also offers drain clearing services, plumbing and home security services.

British gas is a private limited company that is owned by the government. It is in the secondary and tertiary sector. This is becuase it makes it manufactures its own products stead of purchasing it from suppliers around the country. And also they provide a service to their customer e.g. maintenance and installation. 

Limited company: A type of company that offers limited liability to its shareholders but that places certain restrictions on its ownership. These restrictions are spelled out in the company’s articles of association or bylaws and are meant to prevent any hostile takeover attempt.