Purpose - this study investigates alternative a small-scale social business model that potentially generate sustainable income for households at the base of the pyramid. A comparison of two low-cost housings that have a different geographical condition and local characteristics is examined....

Almost two decades ago, Prahalad and Hammond [Harv Bus Rev, 80(9):48-59, 2002] introduced the base/bottom of the pyramid (BOP) approach to profitably serving the poor with business models adapted from developed markets while alleviating poverty. In response to disappointing results and ethical...

Introduction -- Bottom of Pyramid (BOP)Strategies and the Social Business -- BOP Strategy by joint company between a local NGO and the foreign company in Bangladesh -- E-Health and social business to achieve Universal Health Coverage in Bangladesh -- SariSari Stores as sustainable business by...