From the Income Statement of fiscal year 2011, please provide the following information: Other cost of production not included above
In fiscal year 2011, how much did this establishment spend on all AIDS/HIV programs and activities?
At the end of fiscal year 2011, how many part-time workers-workers that work less than 8-hour shift per day-were employed by this establishment?
k20a in the 2011 data is similar to k20a1 in the 2015 data, though the latter allows one extra option
Referring only to this most recent application for a line of credit or loan, what was the outcome of that application?
In fiscal year 2011, how many NEW competitors entered the main market of this establishment's main  product/product line?
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment subcontract any part of its production to other firms?
In fiscal year 2011, for how many years have you done business with the supplier of your main input (primary supplier)?
In fiscal year 2011, what was the MAIN reason that this establishment did NOT take advantage of any of the schemes listed above?
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment benefit from any of the following export or investment incentive schemes Other
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment benefit from any of the following export or investment incentive schemes Export financing scheme, such as an export credit guarantee scheme
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment benefit from any of the following export or investment incentive schemes VAT reimbursement
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment benefit from any of the following export or investment incentive schemes Profit tax exemption
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment benefit from any of the following export or investment incentive schemes Suspension or exemptions from duties on imported inputs
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's export containers were physically inspected by custom officials?
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's export consignments were handled by an outside clearing agent to facilitate customs clearance?
Thinking of the main point of exit, in fiscal year 2011, what were the total clearing costs for an average consignment as a percentage of the consignment value? In calculating the total clearing costs, please include things such as payments to clearing a
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's annual export revenue were to:Other
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's annual export revenue were to:Developed Countries
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's annual export revenue were to:Neighboring Countries within Africa
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's water supply, used in the production process, was from public sources?
At the end of fiscal year 2011, how many permanent, full-time individuals working in this establishment were Skilled production workers
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's total purchase of fixed assets that was financed from each of the following sources: Borrowed from banks: private and state-owned
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's working capital that was financed from each of the following sources? Borrowed from banks (private and state-owned)
From the Balance Sheet of fiscal year 2011, what was the net book value, that is the value of assets after depreciation, of the following: Land and buildings
N.6b From this establishment's Balance Sheet for fiscal year 2014, what was the net book value, that is the value of assets after depreciation, of Land and buildings?
From the Balance Sheet of fiscal year 2011, what was the net book value, that is the value of assets after depreciation, of the following: Machinery, vehicles, and equipment
N.6a From this establishment's Balance Sheet for fiscal year 2014, what was the net book value, that is the value of assets after depreciation, of the Machinery, vehicles, and equipment
In fiscal year 2009, three fiscal years ago, what were total annual sales for this establishment?
N.3 In fiscal year 2012, what were total annual sales for this establishment? [Other (specify)]
From the Income Statement of fiscal year 2011, please provide the following information: Total annual cost of finished goods and materials purchased to resell
N.2i Total annual cost of sales (Cost of finished goods and materials purchased to resell) [Other (specify)]
From the Income Statement of fiscal year 2011, please provide the following information: Total annual costs of fuel
N.2f From this establishment's Income Statement for fiscal year 2014, please provide the Total annual costs of fuel
From the Income Statement of fiscal year 2011, please provide the following information: Total annual cost of raw materials and intermediate goods used in production
N.2e From this establishment's Income Statement for fiscal year2014, please provide the Total annual cost of raw materials and intermediate goods used in production
From the Income Statement of fiscal year 2011, please provide the following information: Total annual costs of electricity
N.2b From this establishment's Income Statement for fiscal year 2014, please provide the Total annual costs of electricity
From the Income Statement of fiscal year 2011, please provide the following information: Total annual cost of labor including wages, salaries, bonuses, social security payments
N.2a From this establishment's Income Statement for fiscal year 2014, please provide the Total annual cost of labor including wages, salaries, bonuses, social payments
L.11b Referring to the training programs run over fiscal year 2014, what percentage of permanent, full-time employees of the following categories received formal training? [Other (specify)]
Referring to the training programs run over fiscal year 2011, what percentage of permanent, full-time employees of the following categories received formal training?  Production full-time permanent employees trained
L.11a Referring to the training programs run over fiscal year 2014, what percentage of permanent, full-time employees of the following categories received formal training? [Other (specify)]
Over fiscal year 2011, did this establishment have formal training programs for its permanent, full-time employees?
L.10 Over fiscal year 2014, did this establishment have formal training programs for its permanent, full-time employees?
What was the average length of employment of all full-time temporary employees in fiscal year 2011?
L.8 What was the average length of employment of all full-time temporary employees in fiscal year 2014?
How many full-time temporary employees employed throughout fiscal year 2011 were females?
L.6a How many full-time seasonal or temporary employees employed during 2014 were female?
How many full-time temporary employees did this establishment employ throughout fiscal year 2011?
L.6 How many full-time seasonal or temporary employees did this establishment employ during 2014?
At the end of fiscal year 2011, how many permanent full-time individuals working in this establishment in the following categories were female? Female permanent full-time workers
L.5 At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent full-time individuals working in this establishment in the following categories were Female permanent full-time workers? [Other (specify)]
At the end of fiscal year 2011, how many permanent full-time individuals working in this establishment in the following categories were female? Female permanent full-time non-production workers
L.5b At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent full-time individuals working in this establishment in the following categories were Female permanent full-time non-production workers?
At the end of fiscal year 2011, how many permanent full-time individuals working in this establishment in the following categories were female? Female permanent full-time production workers
L.5a At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent full-time individuals working in this establishment in the following categories were Female permanent full-time production workers?
At the end of fiscal year 2011, how many permanent, full-time individuals working in this establishment were Unskilled production workers
L.4c At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent, full-time individuals working in this establishment  were Unskilled production workers?
L.3b At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent, full-time individuals in this establishment were Non-production workers [e.g., non-production managers, administration, sales]?
At the end of fiscal year 2011, how many permanent, full-time individuals in this establishment were:Production workers
L.3a Coming back to the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent, full-time individuals in this establishment were Production workers?
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment have its annual financial statements checked and certified by an external auditor?
K.21 In fiscal year 2014, did this establishment have its annual financial statements checked and certified by an external auditor?
Referring again to fiscal year 2011, did this establishment apply for any loans or lines of credit?
K.16 Referring again to the last fiscal year 2014, did this establishment apply for any lines of credit or loans?
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's total purchase of fixed assets that was financed from each of the following sources: Other, moneylenders, friends, relatives, bonds, etc
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's total purchase of fixed assets that was financed from each of the following sources: Purchases on credit from suppliers and advances from customers
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's total purchase of fixed assets that was financed from each of the following sources: Borrowed from non-bank financial institutions
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's total purchase of fixed assets that was financed from each of the following sources: Owners' contribution or issued new equity shares
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's total purchase of fixed assets that was financed from each of the following sources:Internal funds or retained earnings
In fiscal year 2011, how much did this establishment spend on purchases of:  Land and buildings
In fiscal year 2011, how much did this establishment spend on purchases of: Machinery, vehicles, and equipment (new or used)
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment purchase any fixed assets, such as machinery, vehicles, equipment, land or buildings?
K.4 In fiscal year 2014 , did this establishment purchase any new or used fixed assets, such as machinery, vehicles, equipment, land or buildings?
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's working capital that was financed from each of the following sources? Other, moneylenders, friends, relatives, etc.
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's working capital that was financed from each of the following sources? Purchases on credit from suppliers and advances from customers
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's working capital that was financed from each of the following sources? Borrowed from non-bank financial institutions which include microfinance institutions, credit cooperatives
Borrowed from non-bank financial institutions which include microfinance institutions, credit cooperatives, credit unions, or finance companies (%)
Over fiscal year 2011, please estimate the proportion of this establishment's working capital that was financed from each of the following sources?  Internal funds or retained earnings
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's total annual sales of goods and services were paid for after delivery (sold on credit)? Paid after delivery?
K.2 In fiscal year 2014,what percentage of this establishment's total annual sales of its goods or services was sold on credit? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of material inputs or services was paid for after delivery (purchased on credit) Paid after delivery?
K.1 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage, as a proportion of the value of total annual purchases of material inputs or services was purchased on credit? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what were the estimated losses as a result of theft, robbery, vandalism or arson that occurred on this establishment's premises either as a percentage of total annual sales or as total annual losses? TOTAL
I.4 In fiscal year 2014, what were the estimated losses as a result of theft, robbery, vandalism or arson that occurred on this establishment's premises either as a percentage of total annual sales or as total annual losses? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what were the estimated losses as a result of theft, robbery, vandalism or arson that occurred on this establishment's premises either as a percentage of total annual sales or as total annual losses? PERCENTAGE
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment experience losses as a result of theft, robbery, vandalism or arson on this establishment's premises?
I.3 In fiscal year 2014, did this establishment experience losses as a result of theft, robbery, vandalism or arson on this establishment's premises?
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's total annual sales was paid for security, or what was the total annual cost of security? Total annual cost of security
I.2 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage of this establishment's total annual sales was paid for security, or what was the total annual cost of security? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's total annual sales was paid for security, or what was the total annual cost of security? Percentage of total annual sales for security
I.2 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage of this establishment's total annual sales was paid for security, or what was the total annual cost of security?
In fiscal year 2011, did this establishment pay for security, for example equipment, personnel, or professional security services?
I.1 In fiscal year 2014, did this establishment pay for security, for example equipment, personnel, or professional security services?
In fiscal year 2011, how many hours per week did this establishment normally operate?
F.2 In fiscal year 2014, how many hours per week did this establishment normally operate? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what was this establishment's output produced as a proportion of the maximum output possible if using all the resources available (capacity utilization)?
F.1 In fiscal year 2014, what was this establishment's output produced as a proportion of the maximum output possible if using all the resources available (capacity utilization)? [Other (specify)]
During the last three years, did this establishment give employees some time to develop or try out a new approach or new idea about products or services, business process, firm management, or marketing?
H.8 In fiscal year 2014, how much did this establishment spend on formal research and development activities, either in-house or contracted with other companies? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, for the main market in which this establishment sold its main product, how many competitors did this establishment's main product face?
E.2 In fiscal year 2014 for the main market in which this establishment sold its main product, how many competitors did this establishment's MAIN product face?
In fiscal year 2011, which of the following was the main market in which this establishment sold its main product?
E.1 In fiscal year 2014, which of the following was the main market in which this establishment sold its main product?
At the present time, when this establishment receives delivery of its most important input, on average, how many days of inventory, measured in days of production, does this establishment keep?
D.16 At the present time, when this establishment receives delivery of its most important input, on average, how many days of inventory, measured in days of production, does this establishment keep? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, when this establishment imported material inputs or supplies, how many days did it take on  average from the time these goods arrived to their point of entry (e.g. port, airport) until the time these goods could be claimed from custom
D.14 In fiscal year 2014, when this establishment imported material inputs or supplies, how many days did it take on average from the time these goods arrived to their point of entry (e.g. port, airport) until the time these goods could be claimed from cus
Were any of the material inputs or supplies purchased in fiscal year 2011, imported directly?
D.13 Were any of the material inputs or supplies purchased in fiscal year 2014, imported directly?
In fiscal year 2011, as a proportion of all material inputs or supplies purchased that year, what percentage of this establishment's material inputs or supplies were:  Material inputs or supplies of foreign origin
D.12b In fiscal year 2014, as a proportion of all material inputs or supplies purchased that year, what percentage of this establishment's material inputs or supplies were:
In fiscal year 2011, as a proportion of all material inputs or supplies purchased that year, what percentage of this establishment's material inputs or supplies were: Material inputs or supplies of domestic origin
D.12a In fiscal year 2014, as a proportion of all material inputs or supplies purchased that year, what percentage of this establishment's material inputs or supplies were: [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of value of products this establishment shipped to supply domestic markets was lost while in transit because of breakage or spoilage?
D.11 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage of value of products this establishment shipped to supply domestic markets was lost while in transit because of breakage or spoilage? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of the value of products this establishment shipped to supply domestic  markets was lost while in transit because of theft?
D.10 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage of the value of products this establishment shipped to supply domestic markets was lost while in transit because of theft? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of the value of the products exported directly was lost while in transit because of breakage or spoilage?
D.7 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage of the value of the products exported directly was lost while in transit because of breakage or spoilage? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of the value of the products exported directly was lost while in transit because of theft?
D.6 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage of the value of the products exported directly was lost while in transit because of theft? [Other (specify)]
In fiscal year 2011, when this establishment exported goods directly, how many days did it take on average from the time this establishment's goods arrived at their main point of exit (for example port, airport) until the time these goods cleared customs
D.4 In fiscal year 2014, when this establishment exported goods directly, how many days did it take on average from the time this establishment's goods arrived at their main point of exit (e.g., port, airport) until the time these goods cleared customs? [O
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's sales were:  Direct exports
D.3c Coming back to fiscal year 2014, what percentage of this establishment's sales were direct exports:
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's sales were:  Indirect exports (sold domestically to third party that exports products)
D.3b Coming back to fiscal year 2014 what percentage of this establishment's sales were Indirect exports (sold domestically to third party that exports products):
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's sales were:  National sales
D.3a Coming back to fiscal year 2014, what percentage of this establishment's sales were national sales:
In fiscal year 2011, what were this establishment's total annual sales for ALL products and services?
D.2 In fiscal year 2014, what were this establishment's total annual sales for ALL products and services?
In fiscal year 2011, what was this establishment's main product, that is, the product that represented the largest proportion of annual sales?
In a typical month, over fiscal year 2011, how many incidents of insufficient water supply did this establishment experience?
C.16 In a typical month, over fiscal year 2014, how many incidents of insufficient water supply did this establishment experience?
Over fiscal year 2011, did this establishment experience insufficient water supply for production?
C.15 Over fiscal year 2014, did this establishment experience insufficient water supply for production?
In fiscal year 2011, what percentage of this establishment's electricity came from a generator or generators that the establishment owned or shared
C.11 In fiscal year 2014, what percentage of this establishment's electricity came from a generator or generators that the establishment owned or shared?
Over the course of fiscal year 2011, did this establishment own or share a generator?
C.10 Over the course of fiscal year 2014, did this establishment own or share a generator?
In a typical month, over fiscal year 2011, how many power outages did this establishment experience?
C.7 In a typical month, over fiscal year 2014, how many power outages did this establishment experience?
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A.9 Are establishment’s financial statements prepared separately from HQ’s statements?
A.10 Are establishment’s financial statements prepared separately from other establishments of the same firm?
A.11 If HQ, are financial statements independent from the rest of establishments?
ETHB.2 What is the nationality of the main foreign owner of this establishment? [Other (specify)]
B.6 How many full-time employees did this establishment employ when it started operations? Please include all employees and managers.
B.7 How many years of experience working in this sector does the Top Manager have?
B.8 Does this establishment have an internationally-recognized quality certification?
B.8x Please specify the establishment’s oldest internationally-recognized quality certifications
C.3 Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain an electrical connection?
C.4 In reference to that application for an electrical connection, approximately how many days did it take to obtain it from the day of the application to the day the service was received?
C.5 In reference to that application for an electrical connection, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
ETHC.1 In fiscal year 2014, what was the average cost of a kilowatt-hour (KwH) of electricity produced from the generator owned or shared by this establishment?  [Other (specify)]
C.12 Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain a water connection?
C.13 In reference to that application for a water connection, approximately how many days did it take to obtain it from the day of the application to the day the service was received?
C.14 In reference to that application for a water connection, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
C.22a At the present time, does this establishment use e-mail to communicate with clients or suppliers?
C.30a Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Electricity an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
C.30b Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Telecommunications an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
INTERVIEWER: THE QUESTION IS NOT PART OF THE INTERVIEW. IT SHOULD BE FILLED OUT AFTER THE INTERVIEW IS COMPLETE, IN THE OFFICE.
D.1a3 What percentage of total sales does the main activity or product represent?
D.2x PLEASE ALSO WRITE OUT THE NUMBER OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT’S TOTAL ANNUAL SALES (IN ETB) FOR ALL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (E.G. 50,000 AS FIFTY THOUSAND)
D.5a In fiscal year 2014, when this establishment exported goods directly, was a gift or informal payment expected or requested in order to clear customs?
D.8 In which year did this establishment first export directly or indirectly? [Other (specify)]
D.15a In reference to when this establishment imported material inputs or supplies, in claiming these goods from customs was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
At the present time, when this establishment receives its main sales item, on average, how many days of inventory measured in days of sales, does this establishment keep? (INTERVIEWER: IF RESPONDENT REQUIRES CLARIFICATION, DEFINE AS STOCK ON HAND) [Other (
ETHD.1 In fiscal year 2014, did this establishment apply to obtain a foreign exchange permit (i.e., letter of credit (LC), cash against document (CAD), or telegraphic transfer (TT)) to finance imports?
ETHD.2 Over fiscal year 2014, how many applications did this establishment make to obtain foreign exchange permits for imports?        [Other (specify)]
ETHD.4 Referring to the most recently granted foreign exchange permit in fiscal year 2014, what type of financial institution granted it?
ETHD.5a Referring only to this most recently granted foreign exchange permit in fiscal year 2014, What was the total value (in Birr) requested? [Other (specify)]
ETHD.5b Referring only to this most recently granted foreign exchange permit in fiscal year 2014, what was the total value (in Birr) granted? [Other (specify)]
ETHD.6 Referring only to this most recently granted foreign exchange permit in fiscal year 2014, what percentage of the total value was requested as advance payment? [Other (specify)]
ETHD.7 Referring only to the most recently granted foreign exchange permit in fiscal year 2014, approximately how many days did it take from the day of the application to the day access was granted? [Other (specify)]
ETHD.8 Referring to the most recently obtained foreign exchange permit, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
ETHD.9 Referring to the most recently obtained foreign exchange permit, what percentage of the total value was expected or requested as an informal gift or payment?
ETHD.9 Referring to the most recently obtained foreign exchange permit, what percentage of the total value was expected or requested as an informal gift or payment? [Other (specify)]
ETHD.30 Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Access to Foreign exchange an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
D.30a Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Transport an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
D.30b Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Customs and trade regulations an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
Import licensing and other non-tariff barriers to imported inputs, parts and equipment
E.6 Does this establishment at present use technology licensed from a foreign-owned company, excluding office software?
E.30 Using the response options on the card; To what degree are Practices of Competitors in the Informal Sector an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
H.1 During the last three years, has this establishment introduced new or significantly improved products or services?
H.2 Were any of the new or significantly improved products or services also new for the establishment’s main market?
H.3 During the last three years, has this establishment introduced any new or significantly improved methods of manufacturing products or offering services?
H.4a During the last three years, has this establishment introduced any new or significantly improved logistics, delivery, or distribution methods for inputs, products, or services?
H.4b During the last three years, has this establishment introduced any new or significantly improved supporting activities for your processes, such as maintenance systems or operations for purchasing, accounting, or computing?
H.5 During the last three years, has this establishment introduced any new or significantly improved organizational structures or management practices?
H.6 During the last three years, has this establishment introduced new or significantly improved marketing methods?
H.7 During the last three years, did this establishment spend on formal research and development activities, either in-house or contracted with other companies?
ETHG.1 Over the last two fiscal years, has this establishment attempted to acquire a leasehold or permit over a piece of land?
ETHG.2 Over last two fiscal years fiscal years, how many times did you attempt to acquire a leasehold or permit over a piece of land?  [Other (specify)]
ETHG.4 Referring to the  most recently acquired leaseholds or land permits over the last two fiscal years, how long did it take from the day you applied to the day you acquired the leasehold and land permit?  [Other (specify)]
ETHG.6 Referring to the most recently acquired leasehold or land permit over the last two fiscal years, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested to obtain that permit?
G.2 Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain a construction-related permit?
G.3 In reference to that application for a construction-related permit, approximately how many days did it take to obtain it from the day of the application to the day the permit was granted? [Other (specify)]
G.4 In reference to that application for a construction-related permit, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
G.30 Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Access to Land an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
I.30 Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Crime, theft and disorder an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
ETHk2. Looking back, at the end of fiscal year 2012, did this establishment purchase any new or used fixed assets, such as machinery, vehicles, equipment, land or buildings?
ETHk3a Looking back, at the end of fiscal year 2012, how much did this establishment spend on purchase of New or used machinery, vehicles, and equipment [Other (specify)]
ETHk3b Looking back, at the end of fiscal year 2012, how much did this establishment spent on purchase of Land and Building [Other (specify)]
K.6 Now let’s talk about the establishment’s present situation. At this time, does this establishment have a checking (current) or savings account?
K.8 At this time, does this establishment have a line of credit or a loan from a financial institution?
K.9 Referring to the most recent line of credit or loan, what type of financial institution granted this loan?
K.10 Referring only to this most recent line of credit or loan, in what year was the most recent line of credit or loan approved?
K.11 Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, what was its value at the time of approval in {0}?
K.13 Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, did the financing require collateral?
K.14a Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, was Land, buildings under ownership of the establishment used as a collateral?
K.14b Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, was Machinery and equipment including movables used as a collateral?
K.14c Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, was Accounts receivable and inventories used as a collateral?
K.14d Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit was Personal assets of owner (house, etc.) used as a collateral?
K.14e Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, was other forms of collateral not included in the above categories used as a collateral?
K.15a Referring only to this most recent line of credit or loan, what was the approximate value of the collateral required in {0}?
ETH.k4 Referring only to this most recent line of credit or loan obtained, how far is the granting financial institution located from this establishment? [Other (specify)]
ETHK.5 Referring only to this most recent line of credit or loan obtained, what is the terms of maturity (i.e., the time, in months, that the establishment was given to pay off the loan or line of credit)?
ETHK.6 Referring to the most recently obtained loan, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
ETHK.7 Referring to the most recently obtained loan, what percentage of the total loan value was requested or expected as an informal gift or payment?
ETHk8a. Looking back, at the end of fiscal year 2004, did this establishment obtain any line of credit or loan from banks?
ETHK.8  For a typical line of credit or loan obtained by this establishment from banks 2004, on average, how far was the bank branch located from this establishment?
ETHK.9 For a typical line of credit or loan obtained by this establishment from banks 2004, on average, how much time, in months, was this establishment granted to pay off the loan or line of credit?
K.15b What is the total number of outstanding loans or open lines of credit held by this establishment?
K.15c What is the total value of outstanding loans or lines of credit held by this establishment
K.15d At this time, does the owner or owners of this establishment have any outstanding personal loans that are used to finance this establishment’s business activities?
K.17 What was the main reason why this establishment did not apply for any line of credit or loan?
K.20 Referring only to this most recent application for a line of credit or loan, what was the outcome of that application?
ETHK.10 How has your access to external finance changed over the last three years?
K.30 Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Access to finance an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
J.1 I am going to read one statement describing the courts system and how it could affect business. Please tell me if you Strongly disagree, Tend to disagree, Tend to agree, or Strongly agree. “The court system is fair, impartial and uncorrupted.”
J.2 In a typical week over the last year, what percentage of total senior management's time was spent on dealing with requirements imposed by government regulations?
J.3 Over the last year, was this establishment visited or inspected by tax officials?
J.4 Over the last year, how many times was this establishment either inspected by tax officials or required to meet with them?
J.5 In any of these inspections or meetings was a gift or informal payment expected or requested?
ETHJ.1 Over fiscal year 2014, has this establishment filed an objection against its tax assessment?
ETHJ.2 Was a verdict issued on the most recent objection regarding the tax assessment?
ETHJ.4 Was the dispute settlement system a useful mechanism to address your objection to the tax assessment?
ETHJ.5 What is the main reason why you think the dispute settlement system is not useful?
ETHJ.5 What is the main reason why you think the dispute settlement system is not useful? [Other (specify)]
ETHJ.6 What main competence do the members of the administrative review committee lack?
ETHJ.7 What main competence do the members of the tax appeal commission commission lack?
ETHJ.30a I am going to read statements describing the tax dispute settlement system and how it could affect business. Please tell me if you Strongly disagree, Tend to disagree, Tend to agree, or Strongly agree.  “This establishement is satisfied by the wor
ETHJ.30b I am going to read statements describing the tax dispute settlement system and how it could affect business. Please tell me if you Strongly disagree, Tend to disagree, Tend to agree, or Strongly agree.  “The tax dispute review committee is indepen
ETHJ.30c I am going to read statements describing the tax dispute settlement system and how it could affect business. Please tell me if you Strongly disagree, Tend to disagree, Tend to agree, or Strongly agree.  “The tax appeal commission is independent an
ETHJ.30d I am going to read statements describing the tax dispute settlement system and how it could affect business. Please tell me if you Strongly disagree, Tend to disagree, Tend to agree, or Strongly agree.  “This establishement is satisfied by the wor
ETHJ.30e I am going to read statements describing the tax dispute settlement system and how it could affect business. Please tell me if you Strongly disagree, Tend to disagree, Tend to agree, or Strongly agree.  “The entire tax dispute resolution system is
J.6a Over the last year, has this establishment secured or attempted to secure a government [business] contract
J.6 When establishments like this one do business with the government, what percent of the contract value would be typically paid in informal payments or gifts to secure the contract?
J.7 It is said that establishments are sometimes required to make gifts or informal payments to public officials to “get things done” with regard to customs, taxes, licenses, regulations, services etc. On average, what percentage of total annual sales, or
J.10 Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain an import license?
J.11 Approximately how many days did it take to obtain this import license from the day of the application to the day it was granted?
J.12 In reference to that application for an import license, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
J.13 Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain an operating license?
J.14 Approximately how many days did it take to obtain this operating license from the day of the application to the day it was granted?
J.15 In reference to that application for an operating license, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
J.30a Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Tax rates an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
J.30b Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Tax administration an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
J.30c Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Business licensing and permits an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
J.30e Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Political instability an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
J.30f Using the response options on the card, to what degree is Corruption an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
H.30 Using the response options on the card, to what degree are the Courts an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
L.1 At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent, full-time individuals worked in this establishment? Please include all employees and managers.
ETHl.2b Looking back, at the end of fiscal year 2010, how many permanent, full-time individuals worked in this establishment? Please include all employees and managers. [Other (specify)]
ETHl.2b Looking back, at the end of fiscal year 2008, how many permanent, full-time individuals worked in this establishment? Please include all employees and managers. [Other (specify)]
L.4a At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent, full-time individuals working in this establishment were highly-skilled production workers?
L.4b At the end of fiscal year 2014, how many permanent, full-time individuals working in this establishment were semi-skilled production workers?
L.9a What is the average number of years of education of a typical permanent full-time production worker employed in this establishment?
L.9a2 What is the average number of years of education of a typical female permanent full-time production worker employed in this establishment?
L.9b What is the percentage of full-time permanent workers who completed secondary school?
L.30a Using the response options on the card, to what degree are Labor Regulations an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
L.30b Using the response options on the card, to what degree are Inadequately educated workforce an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
M.1a INTERVIEWER: If the answer to the last question was "Don't Know" or "Does Not Apply" then please select the appropriate option below.
N.2p From this establishment’s Income Statement for fiscal year 2014, please provide the Total cost of sales (i.e. cost of production)
N.7a Hypothetically, if this establishment were to purchase the Machinery, vehicles, and equipment it uses now, in their current condition and regardless of whether the establishment owns them or not, how much would they cost, independently of whether they
N.7b Hypothetically, if this establishment were to purchase the Land and buildings it uses now, in their current condition and regardless of whether the establishment owns them or not, how much would they cost, independently of whether they are owned, rent
ETHN.1 Over the last three years, has this establishment bought Grand Renaissance Dam Bonds?
A.16 It is my perception that the responses to the questions regarding opinions and perceptions were:
A.17 The responses to the questions regarding figures (productivity and employment numbers):
k20a1 in the 2015 data is similar to k20a in the 2011 data, though the former allows one extra option
Are establishment’s financial statements prepared separately from HQ’s statements?
Are establishment’s financial statements prepared separately from other establishments of the same firm?
What percentage of this firm is owned by each of the following: Private domestic individuals, companies or organizations
What percentage of this firm is owned by each of the following: Private foreign individuals, companies or organizations
What percentage of this firm is owned by each of the following: Government or State
How many full-time employees did this establishment employ when it started operations? Please include all employees and managers
Does this establishment have an internationally-recognized quality certification?
Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain an electrical connection?
In reference to that application for an electrical connection, approximately how many days did it take to obtain it from the day of the application to the day the service was received?
In reference to that application for an electrical connection, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
Please estimate the losses that resulted from power outages either as a percentage of total annual sales or as total annual losses: Loss as percentage of total annual sales due to power outages
Please estimate the losses that resulted from power outages either as a percentage of total annual sales or as total annual losses: Annual losses due to power outages
Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain a water connection?
In reference to that application for a water connection, approximately how many days did it take to obtain it from the day of the application to the day the service was received?
In reference to that application for a water connection, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain a telephone connection?
In reference to that application for a telephone connection, approximately how many days did it take to obtain it from the day of the application to the day the service was received?
In reference to that application for a telephone connection, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
At the present time, does this establishment use e-mail to communicate with clients or suppliers?
Is this establishment’s Internet connection used to Make purchases for this establishment
Is this establishment’s Internet connection used to Do research and develop ideas on new products and services
Does this establishment currently use cell phones for the operations of the establishment?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Electricity an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Telecommunications an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
At the present time, when this establishment receives its main sales item, on average, how many days of inventory measured in days of sales, does this establishment keep?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Transport an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Customs and Trade Regulation an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment
Does this establishment at present use technology licensed from a foreign-owned company, excluding office software?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree are Practices of Competitors in the Informal Sector an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
Of the land occupied by this establishment, what percentage is:Owned by this establishment
Of the land occupied by this establishment, what percentage is: Rented or leased by this establishment
Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain a construction-related permit?
In reference to that application for a construction-related permit, approximately how many days did it take to obtain it from the day of the application to the day the permit was granted?
In reference to that application for a construction-related permit, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
Of the buildings occupied by this establishment, what percentage is owned and what percentage is rented or leased? Owned by this establishment
Of the buildings occupied by this establishment, what percentage is owned and what percentage is rented or leased? Rented or leased by this establishment
Of the buildings occupied by this establishment, what percentage is owned and what percentage is rented or leased?Other
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Access to Land an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
In the last three years, has this establishment introduced new or significantly improved products or services,  including goods and services with new or significantly improved functions,  technical specifications, materials or components but excluding se
Was the main new product or service introduced by this establishment new for the establishment’s main market as well?
In the last three years, has this establishment introduced any new or significantly improved methods of manufacturing products or offering services, including new or significantly improved technology, equipment  and software for production, finishing, pa
During the last three years, has this establishment introduced any new or significantly improved logistical or business support processes, including changes in the transport and delivery of inputs and outputs, and in methods of accounting, purchasing, or
During the last three years, has this establishment introduced any new or significantly improved organizational structures or management practices, including changes in the number of management levels, systems of communication, and monitoring, hiring,  f
During the last three years, has this establishment introduced new or significantly improved marketing methods, including new design, branding or  packaging, new channels or promotional schemes to sell products, or new pricing systems to attract customer
During the last three years, did this establishment spend on formal research and development activities, either in-house or contracted with other firms.  Research and development includes research and investigation to create new products or to find more
During the last 3 years, did your enterprise engage in internal or external training of your personnel to familiarize them with a new or significantly improved technologies, products or processes including changing management or marketing practices?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Crime, Theft and Disorder an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
Now let’s talk about the establishment’s current situation. At this time, does this establishment have a checking or savings account?
At this time, does this establishment have a line of credit or a loan from a financial institution?
Referring to the most recent line of credit or loan, what type of financial institution granted this loan?
Referring only to this most recent line of credit or loan, in what year was the most recent line of credit or loan approved?
Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, what was its value at the time of approval?
Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, did the financing require collateral?
Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, what type of collateral was required? Land, buildings under ownership of the establishment
Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, what type of collateral was required? Machinery and equipment including movables
Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, what type of collateral was required? Accounts receivable and inventories
Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, what type of collateral was required? Personal assets of owner (house, etc.)
Referring only to this most recent loan or line of credit, what type of collateral was required? Other forms of collateral not included in the categories above
Referring only to this most recent line of credit or loan, what was the approximate value of the collateral required? Value of collateral
What is the total number of outstanding loans or lines of credit held by this establishment? Total number of loans outstanding
What is the total value of outstanding loans or lines of credit held by this establishment? Total value of loans outstanding
At this time, do you have any outstanding personal loans that are used to finance this establishment’s business activities?
What was the main reason why this establishment did not apply for any line of credit or loan?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is Access to Finance an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
I am going to read some statements that describe the court system and how it could affect businesses. For each of them, could you please tell me if you Strongly disagree, Tend to disagree, Tend to agree, or Strongly agree. “The court system is fair, impa
“I am confident that the legal system will uphold my contract and property rights in business disputes.”
In the last 2 years, did your establishment have a payment dispute over payments owed to it in which a third party (such as arbiters, collecting agency or judicial system) was involved?
How many weeks did it take the courts to come to judgment on this payment dispute, from the day the establishment first took court action until the moment a judgment was made?
In a typical week over the last year, what percentage of total senior management's time was spent on dealing with requirements imposed by government regulations?
Over the last year, was this establishment visited or inspected by tax officials?
Over the last year, how many times was this establishment either inspected by tax officials or required to meet with them?
In any of these inspections or meetings was a gift or informal payment expected or requested?
Over the last year, has this establishment secured or attempted to secure a government contract?
When establishments like this one do business with the government, what percentage of the contract value would be typically paid in informal payments or gifts to secure the contract?
It is said that establishments are sometimes required to make gifts or informal payments to public officials to “get things done” with regard to customs, taxes, licenses, regulations, services etc. On average, what percentage of total annual sales, or es
Recognizing the difficulties many establishments face in fully complying with taxes and regulations, at the present time what percentage of total annual sales would you estimate the typical establishment in your line of business declares for tax purposes
Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain an import license?
Approximately how many days did it take to obtain this import license from the day of the application to the day it was granted?
In reference to that application for an import license, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
Over the last two years, did this establishment submit an application to obtain an operating license?
Approximately how many days did it take to obtain this operating license from the day of the application to the day it was granted?
In reference to that application for an operating license, was an informal gift or payment expected or requested?
Using the response options on the card to what degree each of the following is an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment? Tax rates
Using the response options on the card to what degree each of the following is an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment? Tax administration
Using the response options on the card to what degree each of the following is an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment? Business licensing and permits
Using the response options on the card to what degree each of the following is an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment? Political instability
Using the response options on the card to what degree each of the following is an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment? Corruption
Using the response options on the card to what degree each of the following is an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment? Courts
At the end of fiscal year 2003, how many permanent, full-time individuals worked in this establishment? Please include all employees and managers
Three fiscal years ago, at the end of fiscal year 2003, how many permanent, full-time individuals worked in this establishment?
What is the average number of years of education of a typical permanent full-time production worker employed in this establishment? Average number of years of education of typical production worker
What is the average number of years of education of a typical permanent full-time production worker employed in this establishment? Average number of years of education of typical Female production worker
What is the percentage of full-time permanent workers who completed secondary school?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree are Labor Regulations an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
Using the response options on the card; To what degree is an Inadequately Educated Workforce an obstacle to the current operations of this establishment?
Does this establishment currently have a pre-employment health check for new employees?
Have the following situations affected this establishment’s workforce in the past 2 years:  High absenteeism due to sickness
Have the following situations affected this establishment’s workforce in the past 2 years:  High absenteeism as employees need to care of family members or friends due to sickness
Has HIV/AIDS affected this establishment’s workforce in any of the following ways in the past 2 years High absenteeism due to HIV/AIDS
Has HIV/AIDS affected this establishment’s workforce in any of the following ways in the past 2 years High absenteeism as employees need to care of family members or friends due to HIV/AIDS
Did this establishment undertake any of the following activities, in fiscal year 2003, to prevent HIV/AIDS among employees? HIV prevention messages
Did this establishment undertake any of the following activities, in fiscal year 2003, to prevent HIV/AIDS among employees? Free condom distribution
Did this establishment undertake any of the following activities, in fiscal year 2003, to prevent HIV/AIDS among employees? Anonymous HIV testing
By looking at card [insert card number] can you tell me which of the elements of the business environment included in the list, if any, currently represents the biggest obstacle faced by this establishment - biggest obstacle
Hypothetically, if this establishment were to purchase the assets it uses now, in their current condition, how much would they cost? Machinery, vehicles, and equipment
Hypothetically, if this establishment were to purchase the assets it uses now, in their current condition, how much would they cost? Land and buildings
It is my perception that the responses to the questions regarding opinions and perceptions:
The responses to the questions regarding figures (productivity and employment numbers):