15th-Feb-2026 • Isaac Kennedy • SME Case Studies
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya are the backbone of our economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment. Despite facing numerous challenges, many SMEs have managed to thrive and even flourish thanks to innovative solutions like Lipabiz Technologies Ltd.
Let's delve into three inspiring case studies that illustrate how Kenyan SMEs leveraged Lipabiz to supercharge their businesses.
Mugo's Supermarket, a local corner shop in Nairobi, was struggling to keep up with the rising competition. With a limited budget for advertising and outdated accounting methods, they found it hard to attract new customers and manage their finances efficiently.
Enter Lipabiz. By automating their inventory management, Mugo's Supermarket could accurately predict demand, ensuring they always had the right stock at hand. Furthermore, Lipabiz's marketing tools allowed them to run targeted digital campaigns, reaching potential customers in a cost-effective manner.
Kariuki's Coffee Shop was stuck in the past. Manual cash registers and cumbersome accounting procedures made it difficult for them to analyze sales trends and identify areas for improvement.
By integrating Lipabiz, Kariuki's Coffee Shop streamlined their operations, making day-to-day tasks easier for their staff. More importantly, they could now access valuable insights about their sales patterns, enabling them to make data-driven decisions and optimize their offerings accordingly.
Waithira's Fashion Boutique was losing sales due to a disorganized supply chain. Inefficient communication with suppliers led to stockouts and missed opportunities.
Lipabiz provided a unified platform for Waithira's Fashion Boutique to manage their entire operation, from ordering goods to processing payments. As a result, they experienced a significant decrease in stockouts and an increase in sales by 25%.
These case studies demonstrate the transformative power of Lipabiz for SMEs in Kenya. By embracing technology and streamlining their operations, these businesses were able to overcome challenges, boost profitability, and grow.